e-Commerce versus m-Commerce: Where is the Dividing Line?

Since the emergence of e-Commerce, the world of
business has witnessed a radical shift in the way business activities
are conducted. However, the emergence of m-Commerce has further
pushed the boundaries of virtual commerce revolution. As a result,
there seems to be a growing blur in the distinction between e-
Commerce and m-Commerce. In addition, existing definitions for
both forms of commerce highlight characteristics (e.g. type of device
and activity conducted) that may be applicable to both concepts. The
aim of this paper is to identify the characteristics that help define and
delineate between e- and m- Commerce. The paper concludes that
characteristics of mobility, ubiquity and immediacy provide a clearer
and simpler template to distinguish between e-Commerce and m-
Commerce.

• Priscilla Omonedo
• Paul Bocij

• e-Commerce
• m-Commerce
• mobility
• ubiquity.

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