Contents Page
i. Executive summary (pg.1)
ii. Introduction (pg.1)
iii. Report (pg.1-2)
iv. Fraud (pg.2-3)
v. Legislation (pg.3)
vi. Recommendation (pg.4)
vii. Bibliography (pg.5)
Executive Summary
In this report I will look into the benefits and risk of e-commerce, the types of legislation that have been introduced to protect the consumer and business alike. At the end of this report I plan to give my recommendation as whether I believe you should venture into e-business and set up your own online business. I will try and remain un-bias and give my opinion whilst give a fair account of the risks and benefits of e-business.
Introduction
For this report I have to assume the role of a consultant who specializes in internet security. I am a consultant and also a member of the (BSC) British Computer Society. I have been asked by the managing director of a medium sized chain of high street shops to give advice on the desirability of e-business and specifically report on on-line payments and personal data security.
The managing director is rather worried after hearing adverse reports that internet fraud is rife. I intend to rid him of this perception whilst doing my utmost to supply him with a rounded, unbiased approach to the benefits and risks of developing an e-Business. I also intend to outline the various different types and options of on-l ...