The big question is whether all the merchandise currently offered by Tesco via the Direct operation will automatically migrate over to the Tesco website; rumour has it that may not be the case. I'm hearing instances of FOB orders placed months ago being cancelled with immediate effect, and even the suggestion that if suppliers don't accept the cancellation, there is the implication (threat, some might say…) that Tesco will simply trash the price. If that is true, it strikes me as a relatively dangerous game to play on any number of levels. And while it will be a nuisance to many small online retailers and some suppliers, it surely opens up opportunities for other marketplaces such as OnBuy and online operators like Groupon.