Technical Disadvantages
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There can be lack of system security, reliability or standards owing to poor implementation of e-commerce.
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The software development industry is still evolving and keeps changing rapidly.
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In many countries, network bandwidth might cause an issue.
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Special types of web servers or other software might be required by the vendor, setting the e-commerce environment apart from network servers.
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Sometimes, it becomes difficult to integrate an e-commerce software or website with existing applications or databases.
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There could be software/hardware compatibility issues, as some e-commerce software may be incompatible with some operating system or any other component.
Non-Technical Disadvantages
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Initial cost − The cost of creating/building an e-commerce application in-house may be very high. There could be delays in launching an e-Commerce application due to mistakes, and lack of experience.
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User resistance − Users may not trust the site being an unknown faceless seller. Such mistrust makes it difficult to convince traditional users to switch from physical stores to online/virtual stores.
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Security/ Privacy − It is difficult to ensure the security or privacy on online transactions.
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Lack of touch or feel of products during online shopping is a drawback.
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E-commerce applications are still evolving and changing rapidly.
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Internet access is still not cheaper and is inconvenient to use for many potential customers, for example, those living in remote villages.
NAME :- TUSHAR WAMAN
CLASS:- SY-BBA-IB
ROLL NO :- 382