Back-end Systems

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• B2B • Back-end Systems • Inventory • Legacy • Store Systems

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What are Back-end Systems?

Definitions:

1. Back-end Systems are enterprise and legacy systems that handle order processing, inventory, and receivables for buyers and suppliers in B2B ecommerce.

2. Home office systems or back office store systems in retailing are sometimes referred to as back-end systems.

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