Problems associated with e-procurement include
A) it must be isolated from the company's overall business system.
B) it must be completed before the firm can engage in other purchasing functions, such as supplier determination and analysis.
C) it can expose the company to a wide range of potential security issues.
D) it reduces entry barriers to international market opportunities.

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Security is often another significant concern for e-procurement. For B2B electronic commerce to achieve its full potential, access to the company's internal systems from outside is critical. Companies are wary of opening up the details of their business-including pricing, inventory, or design specifications-to competitors, to avoid risking the loss of brand equity and margins. In addition, exposing internal business systems to access via the Internet can expose the firm to a wide range of potential security issues, such as unauthorized entry (i.e., "hacking") and fraudulent orders.

Problems Associated with E-Procurement Include