Website research: Website Plan

 

This blog show You my research and website plan.

IYZ E-Commerce Computing

 

E-Commerce Website plan

 

 

My E-Commerce website will be selling the following (product/service): Sofa, beds, mattress, Bedding

The business model for my E-Commerce website is: B2B, B2C, C2C, C2B, G2C   Businesses to Consumer (B2C)

My Target Market is: Europe (all ages)

The business name for my E-Commerce website is:   D. A. Sofa

My tagline / slogan is: My slogan is Sofa in the house Relax in the life.

I researched the following competitor E-Commerce websites: https://www.dfs.co.uk https://www.sofa.com/gb https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/cat/sofas-fu003/ https://sofaclub.co.uk/ https://www.wayfair.co.uk

My E-Commerce website idea is original & unique because: Cheap sofa, brand sofa, good quality,

Possible Meta tags for my website: D. A. Sofa , corner sofa,  bed, mattress, brand, best, cheap, Quality

My website will have the following web pages: Home page, checkout, about page, Product page, Delivery and Tracking, FAQ,

Website homepage wireframe: hand sketch and digital

 

My Digital Sketch of My website 

Advantages and disadvantages of meta tags: including ways to overcome the disadvantages

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Advantages of Meta Tags:

Improved Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Properly optimized meta tags, such as meta title and meta description, can help search engines understand the content and relevance of a web page. This can positively impact search rankings and increase organic traffic to the site.(WebFX, 2023)

Enhanced User Experience: Well crafted meta tags provide concise and relevant information about wepage's content in search engine results. This can help users determine if the webpage meets their needs. resulting in higher click through rates and improved user satisfaction.(WebFX, 2023)

Social Media Optimization (SMO): Open Graph tags, a type of meta tag, can control how a webpage appears when shared on social media platforms. Optimized Open Graph tags can improve the visual presentation, click through rates, and engagement when the webpage is shared on social media.(WebFX, 2023)

Disadvantages of Meta Tags:

Over reliance on Meta Keywords: The Meta keywords tag, which was once heavily relied upon, in now largely disregarded by search engines. Overusing or misusing meta keywords can be detrimental to SEO efforts and waste valuable resources.(RGB Web Tech, 2023)

Lack of Control over Search Engine Display: While meta tags provide suggestions to search engines on how to display a webpage, search engines ultimately decide how to present the information in search results. This can limit control over the appearance of a webpage in search listings.(WebFX, 2023)

Ways to Overcome Disadvantages:

Focus on Quality Content: Instead of relying solely on meta tags, prioritize creating high quality and relevant content. Search engines increasingly rely on analyzing actual page content rather than meta tags alone.(RGB Web Tech, 2023)

Optimize Meta Tags Strategically: While the meta keywords tag is less significant. focus on optimizing meta tittle and meta description tags with relevant and compelling information. This can help improve click through rates and user engagement.(WebFX, 2023)

Utilize Structured Data Markup: Implement structured data markup, such as schema.org markup, to provide more detailed information about your webpage's content to search engines. This can enhance search engine understanding and display of your content.(RGB Web Tech, 2023)

Monitor and Adjust: Regularly review your meta tags and monitor their performance in search engine results. Make adjustments based on search engine algorithm updates, user behavior, and evolving SEO best practices.(RGB Web Tech, 2023)

References: 

Social media marketing advantages and disadvantages (2023) WebFX. Available at: https://www.webfx.com/social-media/learn/social-media-marketing-advantages-and-disadvantages/ (Accessed: 12 July 2023).

RGB Web Tech (2023) Introduction of meta tags, RGB Web Tech. Available at: https://www.rgbwebtech.com/seo-checklist/page/welcome-to-meta-tags (Accessed: 12 July 2023).

Website project initial idea

 

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On this blog website project Initial Idea is to create good website with brand Sofas, Beds.

 All details See below:

 

 

E-Commerce Website Ideas

 

 

My E-Commerce website will be selling the following (product/service): Sofa, beds, mattress, Bedding

The business model for my E-Commerce website is: B2B, B2C, C2C, C2B, G2C   Businesses to Consumer (B2C)

My Target Market is: Europe (all ages)

The business name for my E-Commerce website is:   D. A. Sofa

My tagline / slogan is: My slogan is Sofa in the house Relax in the life.

I researched the following competitor E-Commerce websites: https://www.dfs.co.uk https://www.sofa.com/gb https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/cat/sofas-fu003/ https://sofaclub.co.uk/ https://www.wayfair.co.uk

My E-Commerce website idea is original & unique because: Cheap sofa, brand sofa, good quality,

Possible Meta tags for my website: D. A. Sofa , corner sofa,  bed, mattress, brand, best, cheap, Quality

My website will have the following web pages: Home page, checkout, about page, Product page, Delivery and Tracking, FAQ,

Referals:

OfCourseMe: Find online courses (no date) ofcourse.me. Available at: https://courses.ofcourse.me/Web-Development-Projects-Web-Development-Project-Ideas-For-Beginners-Edureka/course-745014 (Accessed: 01 August 2023). 

Understanding Meta tags:

Meta Tags are special HTML elements used to provide information about webpage to web browser, search engines and other web services. They are placed with the <head> section of an HTML document and not directly visible on the webpage. Instead, they serve as behind the scenes metadata that helps browser and other systems understand and handle the webpage's content. Meta tags play a crucial role in search  engine optimization (SEO), social media sharing, and other web-related functionalities.(Semrush, 2022)

<title>: Sets the title of the webpage displayed in the browser's title bar or tab

<meta name= "description" content=" Provides a short description of the webpage's content for search engine results.

Reference: 

Semrush (no date) What is a meta description? [+ seo & writing tips], Semrush Blog. Available at: https://www.semrush.com/blog/meta-description/ (Accessed: 01 August 2023).

SEO

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SEO- stands for Search Engine Optimization. It is the practice of optimizing a website to improve its visibility and rankings in search engine results page (SERPs). SEO involves various techniques and strategies to make a website more search engine-friendly, thereby increasing its chances of being discovered by users searching for relevant information or products.(Mailchimp, no date)

Key aspect of SEO and How it is used:

Keyword Research -  SEO begins with identifying the relevant keywords that users are likely to search for. This involves researching and selecting keywords that have  high search volume and relevant to the website's content.(DMI, 2022)

On-Page Optimization - This refers to optimizing the elements within a website to improve its search engine rankings. It includes optimizing the page titles, meta tags, headings, URL structure, image alt tags, and content optimization with relevant keywords.(DMI, 2022)

Off-Page Optimization - This involves activities conducted outside of the website to improve its visibility and authority. Common off-page optimization techniques include link building, social media marketing, online reputation management, and content promotion.(DMI, 2022)

Technical SEO - This focuses on optimizing the technical aspects of a website to ensure search engine can crawl, index and understand its content efficiently. Its includes optimizing site speed, mobile responsiveness,  URL structure, XML sitemaps, and resolving issues like broken links or duplicate content.(DMI, 2022)

Content Creation - Producing high quality, relevant and engaging content is crucial for SEO. Search engines favor websites that provide valuable information to users. Regularly updating the website with fresh content, such as blog posts, article, or videos, can attract more visitors and improve search rankings.(DMI, 2022)

User Experience - SEO also emphasizes providing a positive user experience. This includes having a well designed website, easy navigation, fast loading times, and mobile friendliness. A good user experience can lead to longer visit durations, lower bounce rates, and increased organic traffic.(DMI, 2022)

By implementing SEO techniques effectively, websites can increase their visibility in search engines, drive more organic traffic, and potentially achieve higher conversions and sales.

Reference:

DMI, S.@ (2022) What is Seo and how does it work?, Digital Marketing Institute. Available at: https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/blog/what-is-seo (Accessed: 12 July 2023).

What is seo? basics of search engine optimization (no date) Mailchimp. Available at: https://mailchimp.com/marketing-glossary/seo/#:~:text=Search%20engine%20optimization%20(SEO)%20is,most%20to%20your%20target%20audience. (Accessed: 12 July 2023).

Type of E-commerce

In this topic I will be talking about Type of E-commerce, and some of these are written below:

Business to Consumer - this mean  transaction between business and consumer, for example consumer wanna buy jacket from JD so this search jacket what person liked and was made transaction if this person bought any products. (Kenton, 2023)

https://www.jdsports.co.uk

Business to Business - that's mean transactions between companies,  for example small business buy from Big business 50 products or more to increased price. Then made transaction. Good example is Alibaba.com. (Chen, 2023)

https://www.alibaba.com

 

Consumer to  consumer - is exchange products between two costumers. For example I wanna sell item on website such us Facebook, Vinted so I make a picture and put online to sell another person buy so we  made  transaction.(Lutkevich, 2022).

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace

Government to Citizen (G2C) - refers to the interactions between public administrations organizations and citizen also using online services as tax declaration, payments, health appointments and service exchange. (Lutkevich, 2022).

https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-tax

Mobile Commerce (m-commerce) - is commercial transactions online by phone tablets, including purchase and sale of products, online banking and payments.(Bloomenthal, 2023)

https://www.revolut.com/

References:

Bloomenthal, A. (2023) Mobile commerce: Definition, benefits, examples, and Trends, Investopedia. Available at: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/mobile-commerce.asp (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

Chen, J. (2023) Business-to-business (B2B): What it is and how it’s used, Investopedia. Available at: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/btob.asp (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

E-governance (g2c, G2b, G2G) (2019) theintactone. Available at: https://theintactone.com/2019/10/13/wte-u2-topic-8-e-governance-g2c-g2b-g2g/ (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

Find quality manufacturers, suppliers, exporters, importers, buyers, wholesalers, products and trade leads from our award-winning international trade site. Import & Export on Alibaba.com (no date) Alibaba. Available at: https://www.alibaba.com/?src=sem_bing&field=UG&cmpgn=398109138&adgrp=1311717604202927&tgt=kwd-81982501459912%3Aloc-188&KwdID=81982501459912&mtchtyp=e&bdmtchtyp+=be&ntwrk=o&device=c&creative=81982408679517&p1=default&p2=default&p3=default&Query=alibaba+express&msclkid=475b0e00769a106ccffe6aae1daab1db (Accessed: 12 July 2023).

Kenton, W. (2023) B2C: How business-to-consumer sales works, 5 types and examples, Investopedia. Available at: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/btoc.asp (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

Lutkevich, B., Chai, W. and Holak, B. (2022) What is e-commerce? definition and meaning, CIO. Available at: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/e-commerce (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

Marketplace (no date) Facebook. Available at: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace?ref=search_bookmark (Accessed: 12 July 2023).

Service, G.D. (2017) Tax your vehicle, GOV.UK. Available at: https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-tax (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

Shop online now (no date) JD Sports. Available at: https://www.jdsports.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnrmlBhDHARIsADJ5b_k1er2OVPPE4r_I003bTdGqL5TFnBI-lZWtb_RLkkhoyrg1dMskWKUaAidwEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds (Accessed: 12 July 2023).

What is c2c or consumer-to-consumer? definition and examples (2019) Market Business News. Available at: https://marketbusinessnews.com/financial-glossary/c2c/#:~:text=C2C%2C%20which%20stands%20for%20consumer-to-consumer%2C%20is%20the%20exchange,selling%20or%20buying%20products%20at%20a%20flea%20market. (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

Invention of WWW and E-commerce

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Sir Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web in 1989.

He is the co-founder and CTO of Inrupt.com, a tech start-up which uses, promotes and helps develop the open source Solid platform. Solid aims to give people control and agency over their data, questioning many assumptions about how the web has to work. Solid technically is a new level of standard at the web layer, which adds things never put into the original spec, such as global single sign-on, universal access control, and a universal data API so that any app can store data in any storage place. Socially Solid is a movement away from much of the issues with the current WWW, and toward a world in which users are in control, and empowered by large amounts of data, private, shared, and public.(MIT, no data)

Sir Tim is the Founder, Emeritus Director, and an Honorary Member of the Board of Directors of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)., a Web standards organization that he founded in 1994 which develops interoperable technologies (specifications, guidelines, software, and tools) to lead the Web to its full potential. He is a Director of the World Wide Web Foundation  which was launched in 2009 to coordinate efforts to further the potential of the Web to benefit humanity.(MIT, no data)

A graduate of Oxford University, Sir Tim invented the Web while at CERN, the European Particle Physics Laboratory, in 1989. He wrote the first web client and server in 1990. His specifications of URIs, HTTP and HTML were refined as Web technology spread.(MIT, no data)

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When was online shopping Invented?

Online shopping was invented in pioneered in 1979 by entrepreneur Micheal Aldrich in the United Kingdom. Aldrich was able to connect a modified domestic television to a real-time multi-user transaction processing computer via a telephone line. The system was marketed in 1980  and offered as business to business system that were the sold in the UK, Ireland, and Spain. (Miva, November 23, 2020)

Book Stacks Unlimited, an online bookstore created by Charles M. Stack in 1992, was one of the earliest consumer shopping experiences. Stack's store began as a dial-up bulletin board three years before Amazon was founded. In 1994, Book Stacks Unlimited moved to the Internet as Books.com and was eventually acquired by Barnes & Noble.(Miva, November 23, 2020)

References: 

Miva (no date) The history of ecommerce: How did it all begin?, Miva Blog - Browse Miva’s Blog for expert ecommerce strategy, visual content and pro tips for omnichannel enterprise sales. Resources and best practices for online business. Available at: https://blog.miva.com/the-history-of-ecommerce-how-did-it-all-begin (Accessed: 06 July 2023).

(No date) Tim Berners-Lee. Available at: https://www.w3.org/People/Berners-Lee/#:~:text=Sir%20Tim%20Berners%2DLee%20invented,the%20open%20source%20Solid%20platform. (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

 StuartMiles (no date) WWW word means World wide web and internet, Free Stock Photo of Www Word Means World Wide Web And Internet | Download Free Images and Free Illustrations. Available at: https://freerangestock.com/photos/63952/www-word-means-world-wide-web-and-internet.html (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

The best strategies and tactics to boost your e-commerce sales in 2023 (2023) Digital marketing agency in Geneva Switzerland. Available at: https://eminence.ch/en/best-strategies-and-tactics-to-boost-your-e-commerce-sales-in-2022/#gref (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

Analyse the homepage for 2 E-commerce websites: including comparisons and features improvement

 

In this topic I will be analyse 2 homepage and including screen shoots

Amazon:

Homepage Features:

Prominent Search Bar: Amazon's homepage features a large search bar at the top, allowing users to quickly find products.

Personalized Recommendations: Based on a user's browsing and purchase history , Amazon displays personalized product recommendations.

Deals and Special Offers: The homepage showcases time-sensitive deals, best sellers, and limited time only.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/

Easy Navigation: The site's layout includes a well organized menu and intuitive category links for easy navigation.

Customer Reviews: Product pages prominently display customer reviews and ratings, providing valuable insights for shoppers.

Amazon Prime Members: Amazon promotes its Prime membership program with is benefits on the homepage.

Comparisons:

Amazon is known for its extensive product selection, vast network  sellers, and global reach. The website emphasizes personalized recommendations based on user behavior. Amazon Prime membership offers various perks, such as fast shipping and exclusive access to media content.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/

Improvements:

Enhanced Visuals: Improving the use of images and videos to enhance the overall shopping experience.

Simplified Checkout: Streamlining the checkout process to reduce steps and encourage higher conversion rates.

More Engaging Content: Incorporating interactive content and storytelling elements to captivate  users.

Seamless Mobile Experience: Ensuring the website is fully optimized for mobile devices to cater to mobile shoppers better.

Costumer Support: Implementing al powered chatbots to provide instant assistance and support to customers.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/

Green Initiatives: Highlighting sustainability efforts to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.

Alibaba:

Homepage Features:

Featured Categories: Alibaba's homepage showcases various categories and industries represented on their platform

https://www.alibaba.com

Supplier Recommendations: The site offers suggestions for suppliers based on the user's industry and needs.

Global Trade Services: Alibaba highlights its trade services, including secure payments and logistic support.

Buyer Protection: Assurance of buyer protection and secure transactions is prominently displayed.

Trending Products:The homepage displays popular and trending products to capture buyer interest.

Language and Currency Options: Alibaba caters to a global audience by providing language and currency options.

https://www.alibaba.com

Comparisons:

Alibaba is a leading e-commerce platform connecting businesses for wholesale trade. The website emphasizes global trade services and supports transactions between businesses. Alibaba homepage is tailored for business buyers and sellers, with a focus on wholesale purchases.

Improvements:

Streamlined Registration: Simplifying the registration process for new users to encourage more businesses to join to platform.

Improved Supplier Verification: Enhancing supplier verification processes to boost trust among buyers.

Enhanced Product Search: Fine tuning search algorithms to provide more accurate and relevant results.

Collaborative Tools: Introducing collaboration tools to facilitate communication between buyers and suppliers.

Better Integration of Trade Services: integration trade services more seamlessly into the buying process

Customer Education: Providing more educational resources and support for new users and businesses unfamiliar with the platform.

https://www.alibaba.com

References:

Amazon.co.uk: Low prices in electronics, books, Sports Equipment & more (no date) Amazon.co.uk: Low Prices in Electronics, Books, Sports Equipment & more. Available at: https://www.amazon.co.uk/ (Accessed: 21 July 2023).

Find quality manufacturers, suppliers, exporters, importers, buyers, wholesalers, products and trade leads from our award-winning international trade site. Import & Export on Alibaba.com (no date) Alibaba. Available at: https://www.alibaba.com (Accessed: 21 July 2023).

E-commerce website design programming languages definitions

 

E-commerce website design programming language  got a lot of definitions I will be explain few from them.

 

HTML - stands for hypertext markup language. It's made of keywords and commands that web designer use for creating websites (HTML 2022).

CSS - Cascading Style Sheets is a style sheet language used to describe the presentation of a document written in HTML or XML (MozDevNet, No date)

 

Javascript - is a scripting language that enables you to create dynamically updating content, control, control multimedia. animate images, and pretty much everything else.(MozDevNet, no date).

Python - is a computer programming language often used to build websites and software, automate tasks, and conduct data analysis.

Ruby - is a popular general purpose object-oriented programming (OOP) language that focuses on simplicity and productivity. You can use Ruby in many fields of computer science, including web development and data analysis.(Jalli, 2022)

Internet website cookies - is a piece of data from a website that is stored within web browser that the website can retrieve at a later time 

UI / The user interface - is the point of human-computer interaction and communication in a device. This can include display screens, keyboards a mouse and the appearance of a desktop. It is also the way through which a user interacts with an application or a website.

Page sources - refers to the HTML code a webpage  that is sent to a user's browser. It includes all the HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other resources required the webpage.

Meta tags - is an element that provides information about the metadata of an HTML document. This information could be the keywords, author, page description or any other details about specific page. 

Jquery - is a JavaScript library that allows web developers to add extra functionality to their websites. It is open sources and provided for free under the MIT licence. 

Hyperlinks - is often called the links to used to navigate around a website, and hyperlinks can be used within a document to make navigating around the document easier.

 

References:

Christensson, P. (2013) JQuery, Definition. Available at: https://techterms.com/definition/jquery (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

 Churchville, F. (2021) What is User Interface (UI)? definition from searchapparchitecture, App Architecture. Available at: https://www.techtarget.com/searchapparchitecture/definition/user-interface-UI#:~:text=The%20user%20interface%20(UI)%20is,an%20application%20or%20a%20website. (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

Cookies (no date) Definition. Available at: https://www.trendmicro.com/vinfo/us/security/definition/cookies#:~:text=A%20cookie%20is%20a%20piece,returned%20to%20a%20particular%20website. (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

HTML (2022) Influencer Marketing Hub. Available at: https://influencermarketinghub.com/glossary/html/ (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

Margaret Rouse                            Margaret Rouse is an award-winning technical writer and teacher known for her ability to explain complex technical subjects simply to a non-technical et al. (2017) Meta tag, Techopedia. Available at: https://www.techopedia.com/definition/2338/meta-tag#:~:text=A%20meta%20tag%20is%20an,displayed%20in%20the%20concerned%20page. (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

 MozDevNet (no date) CSS: Cascading style sheets, MDN. Available at: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/CSS (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

MozDevNet (no date b) What is javascript? - learn web development: MDN, Learn web development | MDN. Available at: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Learn/JavaScript/First_steps/What_is_JavaScript (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

Take online courses. earn college credit. Research Schools, Degrees & Careers (no date) Study.com | Take Online Courses. Earn College Credit. Research Schools, Degrees & Careers. Available at: https://study.com/academy/lesson/what-is-a-hyperlink-definition-lesson-quiz.html (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

 What is python used for? A beginner’s guide (no date) Coursera. Available at: https://www.coursera.org/articles/what-is-python-used-for-a-beginners-guide-to-using-python (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

What is the Ruby programming language? (no date) Built In. Available at: https://builtin.com/software-engineering-perspectives/ruby-programming-language (Accessed: 05 July 2023). 

Advantages and disadvantages of E-commerce websites

 

             

Advantages of E-commerce websites

1. Global Reach: E-commerce websites have the potential to reach a global audience, allowing businesses to expand their customer base beyond geographical boundaries.

2. Increased Sales: Online selling eliminates the limitations of physical store hours, enabling businesses to generate sales 24/7. This increased availability can lead to higher sales and revenue.

3. Cost-Effectiveness: E-commerce websites can be more cost-effective compared to brick and mortal stores. There is no need for physical store space, and operational costs such as rent, utilities, and staffing can be reduced.

4. Convenient hopping Experience: E-commerce offers convenience to customers, allowing them to shop from anywhere and at any time. It eliminates the need for traveling to physical stores, saving time and effort.

5. Personalization and Customer Insights: E-commerce websites can track customer behavior, preferences and purchase history, enabling businesses to personalize product recommendations and marketing strategies. This data can also provide valuable insights for business decisions and targeting specific customer segments.

6. Increased Product Visibility: E-commerce websites provide a platform for businesses to showcase their products to a wide audience. With effective digital marketing strategies, business can increase their product visibility and reach potential customer more easily.

Disadvantages of E-commerce websites

1. Limited Customer Interaction: Online shopping lacks face to face interaction, which can make it challenging to provide personalized customer assistance and build strong customer relationships.

2. Security Concerns: E-commerce websites involve the transfer of sensitive customer information, such as credit card details, which can be targeted by hackers or malicious individuals. Ensuring robot security measures is crucial to maintain customer trust.

3. Need for technical Expertise: Developing and maintaining a e-commerce website requires technical expertise in web development, hosting , security and maintenance. Businesses may need to invest in skilled resources or outsource these services.

4. Intense Competition: The accessibility of e-commerce has led to increased competition. Businesses need to differentiate themselves, invest in effective marketing strategies, and continually adapt to stay ahead in a crowded marketplace.

5. Reliance on Technology: E-commerce websites are dependent on technology, including servers, payment gateways, and internet connectivity. Any technical issues or downtime can affect the user experience and impact sales.

6. Product Perception Challenges: In certain industries, customers prefer to physically experience products before making a purchase. This can be a limitation for certain product categories where online representation may not fully convey the product's qualities or suitability.

E-commerce  offer a huge potential business opportunity. For one, your online store won't need as many employees as a brick and mortar store. Furthermore, E-commerce platforms further facilitate the process of starting a business.

Refference:

N., L. (2023) ECommerce Advantages and disadvantages you should know before starting an online store, Hostinger Tutorials. Available at: https://www.hostinger.com/tutorials/ecommerce-advantages-and-disadvantages (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

Nolan, P. (2022) Advantages and disadvantages of e-commerce businesses, The Balance. Available at: https://www.thebalancemoney.com/ecommerce-pros-and-cons-1141609 (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

Admin (2022) 25 advantages and disadvantages of Ecommerce for businesses in 2022, Magneto IT Solutions. Available at: https://magnetoitsolutions.com/blog/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-ecommerce (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

Features of E-commerce Website

 

                       

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                             Essential features of an E-commerce website

1. User-friendly interface: A clean and intuitive design that allows customers to easily navigate through the website, find products, and complete purchases without confusion.

2. Product catalog: A well-organized and searchable catalog that showcases products with high-quality images, detailed description, and relevant specifications.(Joseph, 2021).

3. Shopping cart and checkout: A secure and seamless shopping cart system that enable users to add products, review their selections, and proceed to a smooth checkout process.

4. Payment gateway integration: Support for multiple payment options, including credit/debit cards, digital wallets, and other online payment methods to accommodate diverse customer preferences.(Joseph, 2021).

5. Order management: An admin panel to manage orders track shipments, and handle refunds or returns efficiently.

6. Customer accounts: User registration and login functionality to provide personalized experiences, order history tracking, and saved preferences for returning customers.(Joseph, 2021).

7. Search functionality: A robot search feature that allows customer to quickly find products based on keywords, categories, or filters.(Team, 2023).

8. Responsive design: Ensuring the website is accessible and functional on various devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.(Team, 2023).

9. Customer reviews and ratings: Encourage customer feedback and reviews to build trust and credibility for the products and services offered.(Team, 2023).

10. Security measures: Implement SSL certificates and other security protocols to safeguard customer information and ensure secure transaction.(Team, 2023).

11. Social media integration: Enable customers  to share products and purchases on social media platforms, increasing exposure and potential sales.(Joseph, 2021).

12. Wishlists and favorites: Allow users to create wishlists or save their favorite items for future reference.(Team, 2023).

13. Related products and cross-selling: Display related products or offer cross-selling suggestions to increase the average order value.(Joseph, 2021).

14. Shipping options and tracking: Provide various shipping methods with real-time tracking updates for customers to monitor their orders.(Joseph, 2021).

15. Newsletter and promotional offers: Offer a subscription option for newsletters and inform customers about special discounts, deals, and promotions.(Team, 2023).

16. Customer support: Offer multiple channels for customer support, such as live chat, email, or a helpline, to address inquiries and concerns promptly.(Joseph, 2021).

References:

14 must-have eCommerce website features in 2023 (2023) Elogic. Available at: https://elogic.co/blog/what-are-the-must-have-features-of-ecommerce-website-design/ (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

E-commerce (no date) TechWorks. Available at: https://techworkss.com/e-commerce/ (Accessed: 17 July 2023).

Joseph, A. (2021) 12 essential features of every successful Ecommerce website design, Freelance web designer. Available at: https://arulmjoseph.com/essential-features-of-every-successful-ecommerce-website-design (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

Team, E. (2023) 14 essential features every e-commerce website must have, The Pixpa Blog. Available at: https://blog.pixpa.com/essential-features-every-e-commerce-website-must-have/ (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

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Definition of an E-commerce website

E-commerce website- In a nutshell, you can understand an E-commerce website as a platform for purchasing and selling goods over the internet.(Editorial, 2022)

On Your online adventure, You may have come across several E-commerce stores and purchased items from them, So all those websites that let you purchase various goods services via the internet are          E-commerce websites.(Editorial, 2022)

Alternatively, you can even understand it as a business method or model that involves online sales transaction.(Editorial, 2022)

To be precise , E-commerce website include visually appealing designs to highlight the products and services that you've  to offer . Moreover, these websites integrate other various sophisticated features. Such as filtering products, shipping methods, payment policy and other services.(Editorial, 2022)

Editorial, S. (2022) What is eCommerce website? + how does it work?, SiteNerdy. Available at: https://sitenerdy.com/what-is-ecommerce-website/ (Accessed: 05 July 2023).

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