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EAugust · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

What are virtual (pure-play) e-tailers? Give an example. List one advantage and one disadvantage of this model.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

A limitation of e-bartering for businesses is the excess capacity items such as office space, storage, factory space, idle facilities, and labor cannot be bartered.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

alvinum · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Virtual (pure-play) e-tailers are firms that sell directly to consumers over the Internet without maintaining a physical sales channel. Amazon.com is a prime example of this type of e-tailer. Virtual e-tailers have the advantage of low overhead costs and streamlined processes. One disadvantage is a lack of established infrastructure or back office to support the online front-office activities.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE