eCommerce Store Creation

Service Description

Savvy entrepreneurs diving into the ecommerce world have a lot to learn about this industry. In this article, we’re going to cover all essential ecommerce basics every retailer needs to know, but before we do that, let’s answer this fundamental question: What is ecommerce? Ecommerce, or electronic commerce, refers to transactions conducted via the internet. Every time individuals and companies are buying or selling products and services online they’re engaging in ecommerce. The term ecommerce also encompasses other activities including online auctions, internet banking, payment gateways, and online ticketing. There are many ways to classify ecommerce websites. You can categorize them according to the products or services that they sell, the parties that they transact with, or even the platforms on which they operate. In this guide, we’ll look at all three aspects to give you a clear picture of the types of ecommerce sites out there. 1. Stores that sell physical goods These are your typical online retailers. Clothing, furniture, tools, and accessories are all examples of physical goods. Shoppers can buy physical goods through online stores by visiting the stores’ websites, adding items in their shopping cart, and making a purchase. Once the shopper has made a purchase, the store delivers the item(s) right at their doorstep. There are also online stores where customers can make an online purchase but go to the store themselves to pick up the products. 2. Service-based e-tailers Aside from products, services can also be purchased online. Everytime you hire educators, freelancers, and consultants through online platforms, you’re doing business with service-based e-tailers. The buying process for services depends on the merchant. Some may allow you to purchase their services straightaway from their website or platform. Ecommerce transactions are conducted via the internet which is why, in the ecommerce realm, products are usually referred as “e-goods”. The term digital products refers to all items that are in a digital format including ebooks, online courses, software, graphics, and virtual goods.