The e-commerce value matrix and use case model: A goal-driven methodology for eliciting B2C application requirements

We developed a goal-driven methodology for eliciting and modeling the requirements of a business-to-consumer application. It has two phases: e-commerce strategy formulation and eliciting system requirements. In the first phase, an EC value matrix is used to develop a strategy and value-adding services for a business and then necessary customized requirements are identified. In the second phase, a goal-driven approach is used to specify the system requirements based on the strategy. This methodology enables business managers and system developers to develop high-level strategies that improve value activities and obtain competitive advantage, and thereby determine the specifications of the core e-services. To illustrate the methodology, we use a B2C application of an online bookstore. Finally, implications and conclusions are discussed.

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