Business communities are beginning to form e-marketplaces, enabling them to automate and leverage transactions with one another as a community. By bringing together large numbers of buyers and sellers, e-marketplaces give sellers access to new customers, expand the choices available to buyers and reduce transaction costs.
A Web site that enables buyers to select from many suppliers. E-marketplaces -- which focus on putting the buyer in control -- are buying environments that aggregate supplier content and provide decision support tools that enable a buyer to make the most informed decision.
A company, service provider or association that brings together buyers and sellers in one virtual place, where participants can reduce costs and reach new customers.
a business community, where you can expect to see a large number of buyers and sellers
an electronic exchange where firms register as sellers or buyers to communicate and conduct business over the Internet
an online facility, which allows buyers and suppliers to carry out transactions
an online virtual business-world over the web, where several business entities such as organizations, their communities, different vendors etc
a Web-based intermediary, who brings together buyers, sellers, and brokers whose trading needs are similar
An online community that serves as a virtual marketplace for business-to-business transactions. Most e-marketplaces serve specific industries, such as automotive or biotechnology.
industry-focused hub where buyers and sellers may communicate, collaborate and participate in all trade-related activities. (p. 273)
An electronic marketplace (e-marketplace) that allows buyers and suppliers to carry out transactions via the Internet. E-marketplaces typically contain online catalogues from a number of suppliers, as well as ordering facilities, while some also include the capability to seek quotes from suppliers in the marketplace.
A web located marketplace that enables companies/individuals to buy and sell goods or services online