A Generic Framework for Implementing Electronic Commerce in Developing Countries

In this paper, the authors present an effective framework for adapting electronic commerce and e-commerce services in developing countries like Bangladesh. The proposed scheme takes the major issues related to electronic commerce implementation in Bangladesh into concern. Prime contribution of this paper resides in designing and implementing a generic product-independent e-market prototype for developing countries like Bangladesh. They also analyze and specify the unique features prevailing in developing countries which may be pointed as major concerns including opportunities and challenges in implementing electronic commerce. This research also proposes a hierarchical development or implementation of electronic commerce, providing a clear indication of both short-range and long-term planning and policy making.