Ecommerce Marketing: How to Make Web Forms for Free
[February 25, 2010] Check out this free service that lets you build Web forms for your small business ecommerce site. Plus, how you use Google Alerts and a streaming audio tool.
E-commerce Content: Writing Product Descriptions
[February 24, 2010] From writing an original product description to adding call-to-action statements, we offer tips on how to write e-commerce content that attracts both search engines and human shoppers.
Need an eBay Alternative? Try This List.
[February 17, 2010] Our alternative to eBay guide offers details on 14 online marketplaces most designed for casual and part-time sellers.
Buyers' Guide: How to Find a Web Hosting Provider
[February 16, 2010] From server features to disk space and data transfer, this guide will tell you what you need to know and to consider when shopping for a hosting provider for your small business Web site.
Lights, Camera, Sales: The Benefits of SEO Video
[February 5, 2010] Want to sell more products? Of course you do. Adding search engine optimized video to your e-commerce site can raise both your Google ranking and your bottom line.
How to Design Web Forms That Dont Suck
[January 26, 2010] Helen Bradley explains common problems with Web forms, and how to make sure that yours dont suck, too.
An E-Comm Buyers Guide to Choosing Trustmarks
[January 25, 2010] This guide covers what you need to know about e-commerce trustmarks and what to consider before displaying badges from trustmark service providers on your business Web site.
Five Tips for Soliciting Product Reviews
[January 20, 2010] Encourage customers to check-out with recommended products with these five tips for increasing on-site product reviews and testimonials.
WebPlus X4 Adds New Features for Easy Site Design
[November 20, 2009] This all-in-one Web site design program lets you add Web gadgets, set up an online shop and publish sites to the Web in minutes.
ProStores: DIY Web Shop for Merchants and eBay Sellers
[October 29, 2009] ProStores offer subscription-based Web shops for eBay sellers and online merchants. New features are designed to boost Web shop sales and help you better manage your Web store.
eBay Watch: New Dispute Resolution Explained
[October 28, 2009] This week eBay clarifies its new dispute resolution process and rolls out its Unpaid Item Assistant. Plus, ProStores announces a holiday contest: three eBay sellers will win a $799 JumpStart package.
Big E-commerce Features for Little Money
[October 23, 2009] Easy to use, loads of features and unlimited support make BigCommerce, a hosted e-commerce platform, a big win for small e-tailers.
TRUSTe Offers Privacy Services for Small Businesses
[October 19, 2009] TRUSTe offers a new service to help small online businesses get a professional privacy policy in place and secure Web sites to boost consumer confidence.
Basic SEO Tips for Ecommerce
[October 13, 2009] Adding SEO to your marketing strategy will help drive potential customers to your site. Jim Martin walks you through the basic steps of search engine optimization.
Ecommerce Primer Part 2: Enhance Your Web Shop
[September 28, 2009] Once you have the e-commerce site basics covered and your Web site launched, its time to look at adding optional elements, like e-mail marketing and Web analytics, to your online retail site.
CS-Cart: The Next Wave of Shopping Carts
[September 24, 2009] CS-Cart lacks the popularity of the established solutions like osCommerce, Zen Cart and X-Cart, but is a hot contender to be the next big product.
Buy Online Pay In Person
[September 8, 2009] eBillmes walk-in service gives people who dont have credit cards, or are reluctant to use them online, an alternative e-commerce payment option.
Get to Work: Handy Web Tools and Resources
[September 4, 2009] Andrew Locks latest collection of NiftyClicks will help you get the job done. This weeks resources include SmartDraw, SitePal, Coupons and Zentation.
PCI Security: Small E-tailers Face Large Fines if Hacked
[September 1, 2009] Tough PCI reglations go into effect on October 1, but off-site credit card processing can help ease the pain of compliance. Here's what you need to know.
Ecommerce Primer: What You Need to Set Up Shop Online
[August 31, 2009] From registering a domain name to making sure your retail site is secure, we cover the basic fundamentals that lay the foundation for building a retail shop online.