3. It's amazing all the changes in the way people do business
in the short time since the beginning of the e-commerce
revolution. The e-commerce revolution was predicted in
the early stages of the internet. Those who predicted the
sweeping business changes brought about by the world
wide web knew what they were talking about.
4. In the early days of the e-commerce revolution customers
were reluctant to give their credit card information to
somebody on the internet. They were afraid the number
would be used fraudulently. With time and increased
security, consumers no longer hesitate to give credit card
numbers. In fact, people now apply for them online.
5. The e-commerce revolution has involved virtually every
type of business there is. It is now becoming unusual to
learn of people who do not have internet access in their
home, especially if they have school-age children. Almost
every workplace uses the internet. People have learned to
go first to the web when they want information,
particularly when they want information on new products
or information on how to increase their earnings. Some
people even conduct much of their social life online. This
will only continue to grow because the kids of today are
increasingly web savvy.
6. E-commerce offers both price and time savings to
individuals. As we become increasingly busy, it's quicker to
go online to find products instead of driving from store to
store. Often the product is less expensive online, even
after paying for shipping.
7. If you are doing business, you need a web presence. If you
don't have one you are losing potential customers. This
will become more important in the future. The e-
commerce revolution is not going to end anytime soon. It's
time to join it.