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ISO 9001:2008 Certified Institute

JAVA INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY


Department of Examinations

COURSE(S) – (LEADING TO) PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING


UNIT NAME OBJECT ORIENTED SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
UNIT ID H7DV 04
ASSIGNMENT ID H7DV 04/AS/03
RESEARCH NAME REQUIREMENT GATHERING TECHNIQUES - PART B

DESCRIPTION CONDUCT LITERATURE REVIEW


DURATION 2 WEEKS
WORD COUNT
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BRANCH MATHARA

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• Students are expected to use reference books, the Internet, journals and other similar sources in
order to accomplish the task specified above.
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Introduction
The development of electronic commerce, also referred to as e-commerce, has emerged as
a disruptive force that has reimagined how firms operate and engage with customers in the
quickly changing environment of commerce. With the use of the internet, it is now possible
to purchase and sell products and services without being limited by time or place. This
practice is known as e-commerce. E-commerce has developed over the last few decades
from a niche idea to a powerful force, playing a crucial role in determining the growth
trajectories of companies in a variety of industries.
Even if there are significant potential advantages to e-commerce, issues with security,
privacy, and flexibility need to be resolved as well in order for it to be successfully
incorporated into company plans.
This paper explores the numerous facets of e-commerce's beneficial impact on business
expansion. It looks at how e-commerce enables companies to expand into new countries,
run more efficiently, encourage innovation, and provide customers a more tailored
experience. Businesses may realize every opportunity in the digital era and position
themselves for long-term success in a constantly shifting global market by comprehending
and embracing these dynamics.

Literature review
Literature review examines the positive influence of e- commerce on business growth by
considering and analyzing articles and research papers. There are some most important
topics where e- commerce has engaged in growth of business field.
1. Market expansion
2. Personalized customer experience
3. Agile market adaption
4. Data driven decision making
5. Operational efficiency
6. SMEs

Market expansion
Numerous studies highlight how e-commerce breaks down geographical barriers, allowing
companies to target customers that are spread out outside their local market. The option to
open a virtual shop has significantly expanded the market and increased visibility to a
variety of customer demographics. (Liu, 2013) These and other important elements must be
thoroughly analyzed in order to assess the growth of the e-commerce sector. Remember
that the e-commerce ecosystem is dynamic and always changing, thus keeping abreast of
market trends is essential for thorough analysis.

Analyze the e-commerce market's size in general as well as its pace of expansion over time.
For a better understanding of how the market is changing, take into account both national
and local trends.
Examine the security and privacy precautions that e-commerce platforms have made to
guarantee client data is secure. Trust may be damaged by security flaws, which can also
slow market expansion.
Social and Cultural elements: Recognize the ways in which social and cultural elements, such
as online trust, social media impact, and cultural buying habits, affect the uptake of e-
commerce.
The COVID-19 pandemic's effects on e-commerce should be taken into consideration.
Consumer tastes were impacted by the epidemic and internet shopping adoption was
increased.
Future Trends: concentrate an eye out for new trends like voice commerce, virtual reality
(VR) and augmented reality (AR) purchasing, and customized services driven by artificial
intelligence (AI). These patterns may influence how the market develops in the future.

Personalized customer experience


Ecommerce systems leverage sophisticated recommendation algorithms and user profiling
to provide customized consumer experiences. Businesses may boost cross-selling and
upselling chances by making appropriate product suggestions based on user behavior and
purchase history analysis. In addition to raising average order values and improving
customer happiness, personalization has a favorable effect on business growth.(Couture et
al., 2018)

A greater connection between the customer and the brand is made possible via
personalization, which increases customer engagement. Customers get more engaged by
seeing goods that are relevant to their interests and requirements, which can result in
longer visits to the website and possibly greater conversion rates.
Ethical Personalization: In order to gain customers' confidence and deliver individualized
experiences, brands will concentrate on open data utilization and moral behavior.

In conclusion the current e-commerce landscape, customized consumer experiences have


emerged as a key tactic. Personalization, when done right, has the potential to boost
revenue, loyalty, and customer engagement. To mix personalization with respect for privacy
and a variety of client preferences, firms must, however, strike a delicate balance. The world
of personalized e-commerce experiences will continue to take on new forms because to the
continual development of technology and shifting consumer expectations.

Agile market adaption


Ecommerce's digital nature enables companies to react quickly to market shifts and trends.
Ecommerce systems allow for fast improvements to product availability, pricing, and
marketing campaigns, unlike conventional retail, where changes may take some time and be
expensive. Businesses are better positioned to take advantage of new possibilities and stay
one step ahead of rivals thanks to their agility in adjusting to market conditions, which
promotes long-term success.

Iterative Cycles: Agile supports iterative development cycles. This strategy may be used by
e-commerce platforms to roll out new features, upgrades, and enhancements more often
and in smaller doses. By not having to wait for a complete product revamp, firms can now
react swiftly to changes in the market and client expectations.
Data driven decision making
Ecommerce systems provide a vast amount of data on consumer behavior, preferences, and
buying habits. Businesses may use this data to better comprehend their target market, hone
marketing tactics, enhance product offers, and adjust their operations to better satisfy client
needs. Businesses can efficiently manage resources and respond quickly to shifting market
trends thanks to data-driven decision making, which promotes corporate expansion.

Operational efficiency
Including order fulfillment and inventory management, e-commerce integration into
corporate operations simplifies several procedures. As a result of job automation and
digitalization, operational expenses are decreased and productivity is raised, both of which
support corporate expansion.(Parishev et al., 2020)

SMEs
According to the literature, e-commerce helps small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs)
compete on an even playing field. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) may reach
international markets through e-commerce while still having limited resources, boosting
their market share and overall development potential.(OECD, 2000)

Cost effectiveness: Compared to traditional brick-and-mortar setups, e-commerce may


assist SMEs in lowering operational expenses. Rent, electricity, and managing physical
inventory at brick-and-mortar locations are frequently lower-cost expenses for online
retailers.
Investments in technology are necessary for SMEs to implement electronic commerce,
including the development of websites, safety protocols, payment platforms, and support
for clients.

Conclusion
E-commerce has a profoundly favorable impact on business growth, as highlighted by the
literature review's summary. The undisputed influence of e-commerce on the contemporary
business environment is a result of the change of business models, market expansion,
revenue enhancement, increased customer interactions, operational efficiency, and data-
driven decision making.

This study builds a thorough grasp of the manner in which e-commerce has evolved into a
driving force behind corporate growth by analyzing the body of current literature, laying the
groundwork for more research and inquiry in this dynamic sector.
Couture, V., Faber, B., Gu, Y., & Liu, L. (2018). E-Commerce Integration and Economic
Development: Evidence from China. CEPR Discussion Paper 12771, 69.
Liu, S. (2013). An Empirical Study on E-commerce ’ s effects on Economic Growth. Icetms, 81–
84.
OECD. (2000). Enhancing the competitiveness of SME’s: Realising the popential of electronic
commerce for SME’s. Conference for Ministers Responsible for SMEs and Industry
Ministers, June, 14–15.
Parishev, A., Hristovski, G., Jolakoski, P., & Stojkoski, V. (2020). E-Commerce Impact on
Economic Growth. January 2021, 188–198. https://doi.org/10.47063/ebtsf.2020.0017

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