Internet based commerce has grown up a lot in recent years, and is now a fairly accurate representation of the broader offline commerce sector. E-commerce was once a small niche field that was only of interest to a few unique industries and individual operators. While book sellers, media companies, and computer retailers have always enjoyed a lot of success online, many other industries have taken a long time to develop a successful online presence. This has all changed in the 21st century however, and most industries around the world can benefit from having an active online commercial presence. With so many people shopping online these days, practically any type of industry can find a market on the Internet, from bathroom product retailers to high-end jewellery and furniture companies. Many people around the world set up offices in their spare rooms and Garages (Garagen) , with some models seen at prefabricated homes and garage centres especially designed for this purpose.

Many wholesale and retail companies around the world find success through the act of importing and exporting products. Differences in currency, low labour costs in some countries, and improved transportation infrastructures have allowed many businesses to make money through the import and export of goods. The rise of the Internet in the 21st century has made it easier for many businesses to follow this model, with international communication and transportation easier now than it has ever been before. With a good product, an efficient distribution network, and a powerful marketing campaign, anyone can succeed when selling physical products online.

While people have been involved in the import and export of goods around the world for centuries, it was often a difficult and time consuming task to manage international distribution and communication routines. However, with so many people successfully setting up e-commerce shops on the Internet, it is not even necessary to have a physical shop front anymore, which lowers overheads and increases the chance of success. The Internet is also a great place to work at home and research different distribution networks around the world, so that you can make the best choices for your import and export business. With little more than a home office, an Internet connection, and a great product to sell and market around the globe, the world is truly your oyster.