Definition
E-business is the conducting business operations using electronic means and digital technologies. Founders reach for it when a vague conversation needs a shared, specific meaning. Name it clearly, then let the next decision — a hire, a price, a test, or a pass — follow from that meaning.
In the room
How the word shows up in a real conversation.
In a Monday review, someone writes E-business on the board and restates it: “Conducting business operations using electronic means and digital technologies.” The next move is a test, a cut, or a double-down — not another debate about the word.
Common mistake
Using E-business as a label instead of a fact. If you cannot point to the evidence — a number, a customer, or a written assumption — you are using the word as jargon.
See also
Durable goods
Products with a lifespan of more than three years, such as cars and appliances.
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E-banking
Electronic banking services that allow customers to conduct transactions online.
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E-commerce
Buying and selling goods and services over the internet and digital platforms.
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E-commerce CRM
Customer relationship management systems specifically designed for online businesses.
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