Web effects that we use today, but when do they become too much?
As the Internet evolved, the way we interact with websites changed. A few years ago, there was no such thing as a content slider. Today, they are everywhere. We also have pop-ups, parallax scrolling and many other websites design elements. These things might seem like a great idea, but when do they become too much? When does it become bad?
Case study: Creating a buzz for The British Bee Charity
Wicko Design was approached by Greg Bool, Chairman of The British Bee Charity, for our expertise in building and maintaining e-commerce websites.
Opening up the doors of your e-commerce webstore and selling on multiple platforms
The importance of selling on multiple channels. It is widely known that the world has changed and that in order to succeed we need to adapt our business model to this new environment. The Internet has taken a key role in this change, making it possible to carry out transactions from anywhere and anytime. In addition to that, the Internet has facilitated the purchase of products, making it possible to compare products and prices from different companies and decide which product or service best suits the needs of each individual buyer.
When it comes to your e-commerce business, your website is the first touch point for many potential customers. Therefore, you want to make sure your site is up to date, easy to navigate and provides the most up-to-date information about your products and services. Building a website is one thing, but maintaining and keeping it up-to-date is another.
"Is your website as slow as a tortoise? ". Slow loading of web pages is one of the most common problems for online businesses. It is frustrating for users and may be penalised by search engines. Web pages should load in less than four seconds. Any longer and users may abandon the site and you may lose a customer.
How to secure your website?
Security is one of the most important factors to consider when building any website. Despite all the research that you might have done, it's important to remember that there are always new threats and vulnerabilities to consider. One of the best ways to keep your site safe is to use a company that can offer you a solution that is tailored to your business needs.
Do your conversion rates go down all of a sudden? Are you stressed to rank on Google? Do buyers appear like neglecting your store? If yes, then fault yourself for not paying attention to your e-commerce website maintenance services.
Web Analytics: Set Goals & Track Conversion Rates to Boost Your Sales & Online Performance!
Your website has two critical jobs to do. First, it has to be found by your ideal customers and second, once they’ve landed, it has to persuade visitors to take the action you want.
E-Commerce Integration: Is Your Website Seamlessly Connected with Your Business Systems?
Online shopping in the UK has been increasing steadily year on year for the last decade and a half. According to the Office for National Statistics, online sales accounted for more than 25% of all UK retail sales in 2020 – compared with less than 3% in 2006.
Case Study: e-commerce website case for get go fone
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Essential Website Maintenance: Is Your Website Getting the Care it Needs?
If you were asked to name the most valuable assets in your business, what would they be? Key staff, premises and essential equipment would almost certainly feature, but what about your website? Because it’s a virtual asset, as long as it’s working as it should, it’s easy to take the vital role it plays for granted.
What kind of businesses spring to mind when you think about online sales? It will most likely be business to consumer retailers, using the internet to sell their products directly to customers. Certainly, most retailers will have an e-shop, using it either to sell exclusively online or perhaps to complement a physical store.
Choosing a Payment Gateway: 7 Essential Considerations
In the pre-internet world, paying for a product or service wasn’t always as easy as it is today. Customers would have to either visit the business in person, mail a cheque, make a bank transfer or pay over the phone using a credit or debit card.
