Q&A: Tayyab Akhlaq, managing director of My1stWish

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My1stWish managing director Tayyab Akhlaq explains how he started his eCommerce business ‘by accident’, why holding stock is one of the biggest challenges he faces and why Amazon and eBay are great vehicles for sales.

How to manage the relationship with a developer

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Managing the relationship with your developer is vital to ensure that your website does not fall by the wayside. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your developer.

A close shave for The Gentleman’s Shop

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Robert Johnston has run a successful barber’s shop in the Berkshire market town of Hungerford since 1988 and prides himself on the closeness of the shave he and his six barbers offer with their traditional open blade razors.

Q&A: Chris Dodson, founder of Concept Cupboard

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Chris Dodson, founder of Concept Cupboard, explains why getting good software is all-important when setting up online, why getting exposure is vital when you start-up and why selling ‘isn’t as hard as all that’.

Setting up online, part 2

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With millions of active internet shoppers, the potential benefits of eCommerce are huge, in the second of this two-part series Darren Wilson, managing director of Streamline sets us on the right track to starting a successful online store.

Setting up online, part 1

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Trading online has never been easier or more affordable for small businesses and with millions of active internet shoppers, the potential benefits of eCommerce have never been greater.

Eight steps to selling online

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An ecommerce website is your window into a world of potential customers. It can be an efficient route to market and can result in untold digital success. Follow these steps to start your journey.

Online store promises revolution for men’s fashion

A NEW website for men’s clothing which uses ‘body map’ technology to help its customers decide what clothes to wear is promising a revolution in online retail.

Top five things to consider before selling online

Considering eCommerce

Just like in the case of a bricks and mortar shop, creating a sales strategy online takes planning. Rush in to the project and you risk making mistakes that will mitigate your ability to sell.