e-Business Models Collection

Welcome to the e-Business Models category in our CIO Reference Library. This curated collection of articles, resources, and guides is designed for CIOs, IT executives, business leaders, and professionals seeking to explore various e-business models to help drive growth and success in the digital landscape. e-Business models provide structured approaches for organizations to create, deliver, and capture value by leveraging digital technologies, platforms, and channels.

In this category, you will find information and insights on a range of e-business models, including:

• B2C (Business-to-Consumer): e-Business models that focus on selling products or services directly to individual customers, such as online retailers, digital marketplaces, and subscription services.
• B2B (Business-to-Business): e-Business models that cater to the needs of other businesses, including online wholesale, Software as a Service (SaaS), and digital procurement platforms.
• C2C (Consumer-to-Consumer): e-Business models facilitating transactions between individual consumers, such as online auctions, peer-to-peer marketplaces, and sharing economy platforms.
• C2B (Consumer-to-Business): e-Business models that enable consumers to offer products or services to businesses, such as crowdsourcing platforms, user-generated content sites, and affiliate marketing programs.
• B2G (Business-to-Government): e-Business models that provide products or services to government agencies, including e-procurement platforms, e-governance solutions, and public-private partnerships.
• Subscription Models: e-Business models that generate recurring revenue by offering products or services on a subscription basis, such as SaaS platforms, digital media subscriptions, and subscription box services.
• Freemium Models: e-Business models that offer a basic version of a product or service for free while charging for premium features or upgrades commonly used in mobile apps, online games, and SaaS platforms.
• Marketplace Models: e-Business models that act as intermediaries between buyers and sellers, facilitating transactions and often charging a commission or fee, such as e-commerce platforms, gig economy marketplaces, and app stores.

Explore the e-Business Models category to deepen your understanding of the various approaches and strategies for creating value in the digital economy. By examining these models and their respective strengths and weaknesses, you can make informed decisions about which e-business model best suits your organization’s unique goals and circumstances, ultimately driving growth and success in the digital landscape.