09-23-2006, 11:23 AM
10 Holiday planning tips for ecommerce merchants...
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Quote:1. Make sure you can handle the increase in traffic...
2. Keep control of your store. You need to be able to add, modify and delete things yourself, at any time, day or night. In peak periods your stock position can change quickly. You need to be able to respond immediately. You don't necessarily want a Web developer setting the priorities for what products are online. Only you really know your business. For instance, you may want to change prices, promote slow-moving stock or substitute products when you get alternative supplies.
3. Cater to last-minute shoppers. Christmas shoppers fall into two camps: those who buy in September and those who buy after Dec. 20. Make clear what is the last day to buy for delivery by Christmas. Ideally, put this on the header or footer of every page in your store. Once the deadline passes, change your message to say that orders can't be fulfilled in time...
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