The co-operation of merchants and suppliers is needed to ensure the construction sector reaps the maximum benefits of e-business.
This was the overwhelming message at an e-business seminar hosted by e-Xact Online, the British Merchants Federation and Unimer.
The 120 delegates heard about the future role of e-business within the construction industry, what is happening in Europe and case studies from Travis Perkins and Garador.
New developments were demonstrated by e-Xact, which offers an on-line product data service for the building industry, including a customised access allowing users to see only the suppliers and informaion relevant to them, opening the door to companies that manufacture merchant branded products.
