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E-Commerce and E-Business

happens between two businesses and B2C model serves the end consumer. Figure 2.1 shows the
functioning of various business models.

Figure 2.1: Business Models

2.1 Intra-B Commerce
Intra-B commerce involves interaction and transactions among various departments and individuals
within a firm. Use of computer networks has enabled the firms to establish an interaction between
marketing department and production department and to produce the customized products as per the
requirements of an individual customer. Intra-B commerce permits better coordination, helps in faster
decisions and workflows. Typically, they are built by securing the network from the global Internet
through a firewall that limits access to internal or authorized members only.
2.1.1 Importance of Intra-B Commerce

Large corporations consist of independent business units that sell or buy materials, products, and
services from each other. These transactions can easily be accomplished over the intranet. Using the
advertisements that organizations have on the intranet, employees can buy or sell products and services
from each other.
The following are the advantages of Intra-B commerce:
1. Efficient use of inventory and cash management
2. Greater utilization of plant and machinery

3. Effective handling of human resources
4. Effective handling of customers

Employees can use electronic catalogs, order forms, and access inventory
information for better interaction with the customers.

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