There is no doubt that the new technology will open up rapid opportunities. The risk in the short/medium term is that stable regulatory structures will not keep pace. Already there are signs of host countries promoting less stringent controls. The nature and flexibility of Web technology means that a 'front office' can be instantly relocated.
The supply chain may itself then become vulnerable to 'electronic trading havens' where traditional rules are less onerous. Establishing who and where your contracting supplier is may become a serious business issue.
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