A conceptual solution to e-business models in developing countries: Post-crisis domestic procurement network to facilitate humanitarian assistance

E-business models vary between countries with different e-readiness; therefore developing countries should identify their own ways to do e-business. A developing country suffering from various crises may provide a niche market for doing e-business due to its specific demands. In many crisis-affected countries, demands for post-crisis humanitarian assistance are increasing and relevant domestic goods producers may become eligible suppliers for meeting such demands. However, there are missing links in the normal business cycle and these should be identified. This paper provides an analysis of demand and supply in a crisis-affected country in terms of post-crisis humanitarian assistance. It provides a conceptual solution to filling the gaps and strategic orientation towards implementation. Moreover, the conceptual solution suggested may have a fourfold effect on the country's development.