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Site Strategy : eCommerce
How to Pick a Shopping Cart: 7 Carts Reviewed
- eCommerce
- November 5th, 2008
- Review
Eager to integrate e-commerce functionality into your web site, but don't know where to start? Overwhelmed by the options? Let Tim do the hard work for you, as he puts seven of the most popular online shopping carts through their paces.
9 Deadly Startup Diseases—and How to Cure Them
- eCommerce
- August 13th, 2008
- Article
Got the germ of an idea for your own startup? Perhaps you’re wary of the afflictions that can beset new businesses. In his second article on web startup companies, Daniel examines some common ailments and what you can do to stay on top of them.
Why You Should Fire Your Clients And Launch A Product
- eCommerce
- August 1st, 2008
- Article
So, you want to start your own company—but should you follow a product- or a service-based business model? In this article, the first of two on web start-up companies, Daniel demonstrates why a product-based business is the hands-down winner!
Solve the Payment Processing Problem
- eCommerce
- July 5th, 2006
- Article
Not sure how you'll process payments through your ecommerce site? John's review of the major players is just what you need. After introducing the concept of third-party processors, he conducts a dollar-for-dollar comparison using different case studies for various merchant types, and his own calculator, which is available for you to use!
10 Easy Steps to a Horrible Ecommerce Site
- eCommerce
- January 4th, 2006
- Article
If you're about to launch into the world of ecommerce, or want to boost an existing site's revenue in the coming months, this article is for you. Jason's tongue-in-cheek advice will help you hone your approach to ecommerce, boosting customer satisfaction and your bottom line!
Ecommerce Site Owners' Guide to Holiday Sales
- eCommerce
- November 18th, 2005
- Article
Your holiday sales strategy is in full swing, right? Well, even if it's not, you still have time to make the most of the silly season, thanks to Ted's fantastic primer! He covers all bases, and shows you how to do the same, in this step-by-step guide.
Put your Money where your Mouse Is: 6 Payment Gateways Reviewed
- eCommerce
- September 21st, 2005
- Review
Ecommerce site owners face a critical decision as they choose a payment gateway. Different features, charge structures, and system setups combine to make the options complex, but John unravels the riddle in this comprehensive guide. He reviews 6 gateways in detail, and provides experienced opinion as to the benefits and pitfalls of each.
The Chargeback Challenge
- eCommerce
- January 14th, 2005
- Article
Chargebacks cause confusion and frustration to countless etailers. Understand and respond to chargeback requests quickly and efficiently with John's detailed primer, which defines different chargeback codes and offers tips to minimize chargebacks.
I Built an eCommerce Site in 2 Months for $99!
- eCommerce
- April 4th, 2003
- Case Study
It was certainly a challenge: have a fully functional ecommerce Website online in two months for under $100. How *did* this non-technical site owner do it? Linda tells all...
Cultivate Business Relationships On Your Website
- eCommerce
- October 7th, 2002
- Article
Targeting business clients is hard enough -- but building relationships with them online?! It may seem impossible, but Justin shows us how. If your site targets a business audience, then this article's a must-read!