Research Article

Research on E-Commerce Purchasing Model in Crude Oil Trade

Table 2

Comparison of the company’s traditional procurement model and e-commerce-based procurement model.

ProjectTraditional procurement modelE-commerce procurement model

Drive modeInventory planProduction demand plan
Departmental focusCommodity trading activities with suppliers, such as price negotiations, signing contracts, arranging transportation, and goods acceptanceInspection and evaluation of suppliers, operation of procurement plans, supplier information maintenance and substance acceptance, feedback
Departmental natureAn auxiliary department within the enterprise that manages the procurement activities of the enterpriseThe outward-oriented pioneering department of the enterprise develops and manages the external resources of the enterprise
Work goalsComplete the purchase plan and reduce the purchase priceEnsure the material needs of the production sector, actively develop external resources, find or cultivate excellent suppliers, and guarantee competitive advantage
Purchasing behaviorMostly one or a fewTeamwork
Purchase costDoron negotiations, consultation, high costProgram simplification and cost reduction
Control of quality, quality, and delivery timeEx post controlStrict selection and evaluation of suppliers, feedback on the use of prior control
Exchange of information with suppliersAsymmetryInformation sharing
Number of suppliersMultiple, encourage, and competeA small number of partnerships that encourage cooperation