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4 Considerations Before Building an E-commerce Website


E-commerce websites: What you need to know in 2024

E-commerce websites brisbane
Ben Hayward

As a local Ipswich and Brisbane website design agency, In Cahoots Co understands that building an e-commerce website requires meticulous planning and strategic implementation.


Not only have we delivered a number of projects for clients (like this) we have also created them for our own business! Even the smallest project requires the same fundamentals as if you were planning a larger e-commerce business, so take the time to consider a few things before you throw yourself in the deep end.


Here are the top four considerations to bear in mind before embarking on this exciting (and sometimes stressful) digital journey.

Understanding Your Business Goals

Before engaging with a website designer (or doing it yourself), it's crucial to have clear business objectives in mind!. Whether your goals relate to brand awareness, boosting sales, or improving customer engagement, a well-defined vision will guide the website design process and ensure the final product aligns with your business aspirations. We're big believers in having your business plan sorted first before starting your website (or any digital marketing for that matter).

Choosing the right name and domain

Your online store's name and domain are fundamental aspects of your brand identity. This needs to be memorable, easy to remember, and ideally contain relevant keywords (but not in a super spamming way).

Having a Variety of Payment Options

Given the diverse payment preferences of customers, your online store should accommodate as many payment methods as possible. Think about your own online shopping preferences ... you might prefer PayPal or Google Pay when you shop online.


This flexibility will enhance the customer experience, increase conversions, and improve customer loyalty. All the things you want when running an e-commerce website (shout out to our client SugarCoats who do this very well ... check out their site here

SEO ... and it's more than just showing up in Google search in 2024

In 2024, a successful e-commerce website needs to be seen, heard, and found. It's important to take a holistic approach, as search engine optimisation covers not only technical, optimised/engaging content and off page activities, but also increasingly includes social media. More and more people are turning to social media platforms to find things in search, particular platforms like TikTok.


Ipswich Digital Marketing - let's have a coffee!

Hey Ben here! At In Cahoots Co, we harness the power of digital marketing to create a bespoke storytelling and digital strategies for our clients across Ipswich, Brisbane and beyond.


As an local Ipswich digital marketing agency, we believe in telling your brand's story with purpose and clarity. By amplifying your brand through strategic digital marketing techniques, we ensure your business is seen, heard, and found in the ever-evolving digital landscape.


From the conception to execution, we meticulously craft campaigns designed to attract attention, stimulate interest, and convert your target audience.


We're about sparking conversations and turning interactions into meaningful business results. We align your digital strategy with your business goals, creating campaigns that transcend beyond ordinary.


Anyway, that's enough about us. We're looking forward to working with you! Let's have a chat about your goals over a coffee in our Brisbane St office located in the heart of Ipswich.


Cheers


Ben

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