Technological advances change how we live, work, and relate to one another, and continue to change the way businesses operate. With new technologies emerging, businesses of all sizes invest more resources into their online operations. E-commerce will continue to grow in popularity because it improves efficiency and allows businesses to provide value and convenience to customers.  E-commerce requires businesses to keep up-to-date with changes in technology, and new and emerging trends are considered.

This course focuses on the technology solutions and security strategies for a successful e-commerce business. The course begins with the basic concept of e-commerce. It discusses what e-commerce is and how it is evolving in the modern world. It also explains how the Internet and related technologies and applications have changed the way businesses are operated, and how information systems support business processes, decision-making, and competitive advantage.

The ultimate survival and success of the business often depend on its involvement with technology. Businesses must be abreast of recent developments in e-commerce. This course explains how e-commerce has benefited from cloud computing technologies and describes the innovative uses of IoT in e-commerce and the challenges of a more connected world. It explores how blockchain integration in e-commerce enhances the customer experience and revolutionizes the way financial transactions are conducted. It also explains how cryptocurrency works and its role in e-commerce, and discusses the most popular types of cryptocurrencies.

E-commerce businesses, a particularly attractive target for breaches and attacks, receive and store a great amount of online transactions and data. As cybercrime continues to mature and become commercialized. you must be aware of the evolving fraud and scams to earn the trust of your customers. This course discusses common types of cyberattacks, and how to recognize them. It provides information on best practices to help individuals and organizations develop and implement tailored cybersecurity plans and processes that protect and maintain business operations.