and.directory.services: Search engines that list the portals will automatically
enable Web users to find the gateway to small online shops on the Web via these
portals, saving substantially on costs.
??? New.partnerships: E-commerce opens up the opportunity for businesses to sell to
new buyers, tap into the cyber supply chain and win new business markets, offer
complementary products with other businesses, and procure goods electronically.
??? Community.building.and.regional.relationships: Community building features such
as chat rooms, message boards, instant-messaging services, online greeting cards, and
other Web services are included in the portal infrastructure.
??? Strategy,.management,.and.business.trust: Portals enable businesses to uptake a
common structure for e-business that helps them attain management support, or share
ideas with other businesses and attain success.
??? Improved.customer.management: Portals can make deals with Internet retailers that
will also benefit small businesses that are part of the portal.
The.Western.Region.of.Melbourne
Australia is a federation of six states and two territories. The states are segmented into
smaller regions or communities of interest to deliver base-level services to the people.
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