They are many entry positions and strategies. Software that fully automates and integrates electronic procurement within an enterprise. General purpose software platform or tools that enable the development of a variety of specific ebusiness applications. Systems integration or consulting services focused on B2B opportunities. B. E-Markets 6.
Company runs an electronic marketplace, where buyers meet sellers in a neutral way.
These could be vertically focused for a given industry, or they can be horizontal, i.e. serving several industries in a common way. Focus is on automating the sales distribution process by overlaying a value-added layer around the existing distribution value chain. This typically consists in multiple catalog aggregation. Provides the infrastructure services surrounding the operations of one or several electronic marketplaces. Focuses on delivering an electronic procurement solution which goes beyond the software application and includes connectivity and relationships with multiple sellers or buyers.