eCommerce Websites

 Overview

eCommerce is the complete set of processes that support commercial business activities over an electronic network. Historically this would have been the use of electronic technologies such as "Electronic Data Interchange" (EDI) and "Electronic Funds Transfer" (EFT), to send and receive documents and funds electronically. More recently eCommerce has been associated with the internet, business websites and more specifically online retailing.

Recent figures released by the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) show that 61% of households in the UK have access to the internet, and 53% of all adults had purchased goods and services using the web. This is a rapidly growing trend and many small and medium sized businesses have benefited by adding an eCommerce website to supplement their existing sales. The selling potential of the internet has also seen an explosion of pure eCommerce "work from home" retailers that take advantage of low overheads, low set-up costs and the infinite customer base that the world wide web provides.

 eCommerce Applications

In addition to retail websites the internet provides many facilities for businesses to share and exchange information with each other and their customers. Manufacturers use "Online Catalogues" to promote and explain their products, providing detailed descriptions, technical specifications, help pages, and electronic downloads for software interfaces. Couriers exchange information with their customers through secure websites to collect consignment details and provide real-time tracking data. Multi-site retailers can use a common database to exchange order details and stock levels, control availability and even place replenishment orders with suppliers. Construction companies use common web spaces to allow the secure exchange of information between their employees, the client, and their subcontractors to reduce timescales and control project progress.

These examples, online banking, price comparison websites and online radio stations, are a very few examples of eCommerce. The internet is a global network which allows the exchange of information anywhere in the world and when encompassed by business it can be used to increase sales, productivity and efficiency.

 Our Websites

At Design Atom we provide retail and non-retail solutions for new and existing businesses and whilst each application is unique we have provided some guidelines for functionality and pricing of the most common eCommerce websites that are requested.

Small Static Website Up to 3 Pages. Low cost website suitable for a start up or small business that wants to establish an internet presence.
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Medium Sized Static Website Up to 8 Pages. Standard website suitable for a small or medium sized business to market their company and products or services.
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Large Static Website Up to 14 Pages. Substantial website suitable for a small or medium sized business with a lot to say to their customers.
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Online Store. Database driven website providing retail functionality to sell physical and downloadable products over the internet. Includes full administrative control and is suitable for any retailer wanting to provide an online shop.
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Updateable Catalogue Website. Database driven website allowing large amounts of information to be changed regularly. Suitable for any size business offering non-retail services and for manufacturers or importers wanting to promote and support their products.
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Ticket Booking Website. Database driven website providing retail functionality to sell tickets over the internet including full administrative control. Suitable for any retailer, promoter or travel agent selling tickets to concerts, sports, holidays, or any other type of event.
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Collaboration Websites. Common webspace for the secure exchange of information between team members and customers. Full administrative functions to control user access and automatic email notifications for workgroups.
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Custom Websites. Whilst the above are the most common types of websites requested, we can also provide a wide range of custom solutions tailor made to your requirements.
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If you‘re looking for an eCommerce solution, or you require any other aspect of software design then we can certainly help you. To find out more use the "Quick Links" to the right or Contact Us with your requirements.