How to Move Business Online: Quick Checklist



With the advent of store closures and socially distancing, more customers are moving to online shopping. The key to business survival is to move the business online and continue to engage with customers. Below are a few key steps that can transform business online faster.

Create or Improve Web Presence
Websites are front doors to the Internet world. Customers, suppliers, vendors and other stakeholders use the website to learn more about the business, product and services, and make purchase decisions. It is important to keep the business website up to date providing latest and greatest information. Few things to check are:
Business information – latest business information including registered business name, doing “business-as” if different, address, etc.
Contact Details – provide latest contact details – email, telephone number, Skype Id, Slack channel, etc.
Operating Hours – if the operating hours are changed, provide the days, hours and timezones.
Updated product list – if you are operating with limited products or scaled down menu list, share updated product list.
Where to find or buy your products – if you are using other marketplace platforms (Amazon, eBay, Shopify, etc.) or delivery apps (Doordash, Grubhub, Favor, Instacart, etc.), be sure to list and link it from your website. Some apps takes lesser commission if the traffic comes directly from your site.
Delivery options – provide clear information on the delivery option – in-store pickups, direct delivery or third-party services.
Responsive design – ensure the website is responsive to different devices – web, mobile, etc.
Having good website is key to online success. The websites can help retain you existing customers and acquire new ones.
Create an online storefront

If your business involves physical products, then it is time to create an online storefront. Amazon, WalMart, InstaCart are hiring hundreds of thousands of employees as more customer transition to online shopping. From quick solution like Shopify to more customized e-commerce solutions, there are multiple options available. Few things to consider Read more

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