General Terms

E-commerce

E-commerce encompasses all commercial transactions conducted electronically over the internet, including retail sales, digital products, services, and B2B transactions. It integrates multiple systems including product catalogs, shopping carts, payment processing, inventory management, and order fulfillment to create seamless online shopping experiences.

Definition

E-commerce encompasses all commercial transactions conducted electronically over the internet, including retail sales, digital products, services, and B2B transactions. It integrates multiple systems including product catalogs, shopping carts, payment processing, inventory management, and order fulfillment to create seamless online shopping experiences.

Examples

Online retail stores with integrated payment processing

Subscription-based digital service platforms

Multi-channel retail operations combining online and offline sales

Social shopping experiences with instant checkout

Best Practices

  • Optimize product discovery and search functionality
  • Implement secure payment processing
  • Streamline checkout process to reduce abandonment
  • Maintain accurate inventory synchronization
  • Provide clear shipping and return policies
  • Ensure mobile-first shopping experiences

Related Terms

Product Catalog

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Social Commerce

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