When it comes to collecting sales tax on online purchases, we can collectively agree that the task seems daunting. Between adding new locales, updating rates, collecting, reporting, and submitting payment, the whole process can cause many a sleepless night! At the end of the day, it’s not a matter of whether or not you have […]
While the COVID-19 crisis consumes much of our attention on a daily basis, it’s important as a small business owner to remain focused, no matter how hard it may be. Now is not the time to turn your attention away from what matters most – your eCommerce store. Right now there are two types of […]
If your small business has been negatively impacted by the worldwide COVID-19 crisis, there is help available from the federal government. Below is information on some of the various programs your company may be eligible for. In order to be eligible for COVID-19 financial assistance under these programs, businesses must have less than 500 employees, […]
Let’s be frank, competition is tougher than ever and with the state of the current economy, it’s only going to get tougher. Many online stores and brick-and-mortar retailers are offering additional incentives to get people to spend money. One incentive that has always been a staple of eCommerce is free or reduced-cost shipping. Consumers tend […]
As the COVID-19 crisis continues to develop and evolve with each passing day, there may be a point where you and some of your employees may have to work remotely. While not all functions of an eCommerce business can be run from a home or remote office, some can such as marketing, finance, customer support, […]
In today’s changing environment and the uncertainty that surrounds us in regards to COVID-19, it’s important not only to keep you and your family safe but your business as well. As eCommerce entrepreneurs, we work hard day in and day out to grow our business, take care of our customers, and meet the needs and […]
There are several key technology “ingredients” used in any retail business: The customer management system that stores information about shoppers and their behavior, The inventory management system that keeps track of product stock and locations, The fulfillment system that gets the products shipped out to customers, and The ecommerce storefront that holds it all together […]
Over the past few weeks, we’ve been sharing valuable information with our readers about platform migrations. Why? Because one of the most frequently asked questions from our clients surround whether or not it’s time for them to move their eCommerce store from one platform to another. While migrating to a new platform may seem like […]
Changing eCommerce platforms is a hot topic in 2020. Many store owners are debating whether moving or staying put is the right choice for their business. I recently wrote a post about some things to consider if you’ve been thinking about moving. If you haven’t had the opportunity to read it, take a moment to […]
Any eCommerce store owner knows just how important images are for online selling. Even you as a consumer would probably base a huge bulk of your decision-making on product photos. After all, online shoppers can’t see the products with their own eyes, much less inspect them in their hands. Not only are people naturally visual, […]