EE 687 - E-Business Platforms

3 Credit(s)

The design of e-commerce systems is discussed from the site design, logistics, accounting, and quality of service points of view. Site layout, customer interface, equipment architecture, and security are addressed. The logistics of supply chain management, manufacturing, distribution, and inventory control systems are discussed. Accounting issues include invoicing, payment systems, and returns; and interface to financial institutions will be detailed. Firewalls for site security, redundancy, speed, and encryption are explained as these pertain to quality of service.