What are the advantages of selling online?

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An online shopping facility allows customers to order and pay for your goods and services over the Internet.

• Access to global markets 24 hours a day.

• Gives customers access to products and services not available in their area

• Access to new customers.

What are the disadvantages of selling online?

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• The of online shopping is the safety and security issues. Recent media coverage has highlighted the threat of commercial websites being infiltrated by computer hackers, or credit card numbers being stolen online.

main disadvantage

• Slow Internet speeds can make websites slow for users.

• Difficulties in delivering goods to worldwide customers.

• The customer does not receive their goods immediately.

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Hint and Tips

• Keep your existing customers informed. E-mail them to tell them about your new service and provide an introductory offer to encourage them to use it.

• Don't forget the legal aspects. You may need to adapt existing contracts and trade terms in preparation for trading online.

• Your website should be maintained on a regular basis by updating your product range, pricing and content.

• Provide feedback areas on the website to hear your customer’s views about the service.