Ecommerce

	International Data Corp.'s eCommerce Forum found that $8 billion worth of business was transacted on the Internet in 1997; all this growth will translate into an incredulous $1.6 trillion being spent on Internet commerce in 2003.  More people online obviously means more money is being exchanged.

A successful Internet business is rarely built on upon a one pillar. Rather, winning e-commerce formulas usually develop from "balanced" campaigns that integrate a wide spectrum of sound business practices. Having a viable core product or service is essential. A credible Web site that establishes your professionalism -- and that's easy to buy from -- is equally imperative. And profitable e-businesses always target the right customers with intelligent, cost-effective marketing strategies.

GeoGRAFX has helped e-commerce merchants increase their business and profits through fast, secure, online transactions, enhanced management tools, and sophisticated fraud prevention systems. We have enabled online merchants to focus their resources on what's important to them - making the most of their opportunities in e-commerce. Each ecommerce enabled site is tailored to meet each specific businesses needs.

To establish an e-business on the Internet, you will need:

1. A digital certificate issued by an approved third party. This certificate assures both consumers as well as banks that you are who you say you are. There is usually a setup fee and an annual fee.
2. Shopping cart software to commerce-enable your web site. At the simplest level it's just an order form. At complex levels, it helps you manage your entire operation This can be a one-time fee or a monthly charge. . The choice of a shopping cart must be driven by your company's needs.
3. Transaction payment system software for credit cards. The Internet equivalent of the credit card swiping terminals that you see at businesses. There is usually a setup fee, a monthly fee and per item charge.
4. A credit card merchant account at a bank that handles Internet or "faceless" transactions. There is usually a setup fee, a monthly fee and per item charge.

GeoGRAFX usually encourage clients with less than 10 items to test the waters first, and use one of the services that offer full-service electronic commerce solutions. They provide merchant accounts and secure shopping software. You pay a higher percentage on the goods sold with no monthly fees. Once your on-line sales are between $1,000 and $5,000 per month, they you can justify a full ecommerce solution.

Isn't it about time the world sees what your business has to offer?

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your company's Ecommerce needs
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