Reality check for online exchanges

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Issues concerning the importance of business plans in the management of business-to-business marketplaces are discussed, with focus on the example provided by the failure of Chemdex, one of the most successful marketplaces. Online exchange principles are examined.

Author: Howarth, Brad
Management, Online services, Internet services, Business-to-business market, Business to business market, Strategic aspects

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An online risk opens new doors for Amway

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Amway has traditionally sold its products through a network of distributors, but is now set to establish direct links with customers through its A2K Web site. The company emphasizes that it will maintain its links with its distributors.

Author: Howarth, Brad
Usage, Internet, Distribution, Pyramid schemes, Amway Corp.

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Stuck in the middle

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The market trends for suppliers in Australia are discussed. The never-ending fight between retailers and manufactures gives tremendous pressure on the suppliers.

Author: Howarth, Brad
Australia, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Forecasts and trends, Market trend/market analysis, Distributors (Commerce)

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