Part 6: SC Flashcards
1
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- The interface customers interact with during online purchases.
- Necessity varies based on the chosen level of e-business implementation.
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Electronic Storefront
2
Q
What are the Options for Developing an Electronic Storefront
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ASP (Application Service Provider) Model
Storefront Software Packages
Program and Develop Your Own Storefront
3
Q
- Ideal for businesses wanting to maintain their site without handling technical aspects.
- Easy configuration, suitable for individuals with limited HTML knowledge
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ASP (Application Service Provider) Model
4
Q
- Requires technical knowledge.
- Hosting arrangements need to be made with an Internet service provider.
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Storefront Software Packages
5
Q
- Appropriate for businesses with specific needs or complex systems.
- Requires either in-house technical capabilities or outsourcing.
A
Program and Develop Your Own Storefront
6
Q
What are the Storefront Features?
A
- Affiliate Programs
- Client Database Management
- Coupons, Discounts, and Special Offers
- Customer E-mail Notification
- Integrated Mail List
- Inventory Management Integration
- Purchase Notification
- Searchable Product Database
- Shipping and Delivery Options
- Shopping Cart
- Technical Support
- Thumbnail Image Capability
- Unlimited Autoresponders
7
Q
- Essential for sites with multiple products.
- Mimics a physical shopping cart, allowing customers to add or remove items.
- Dynamically updates a running total of purchase choices.
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- Shopping Cart:
8
Q
- Notifies merchants via email when a purchase is made.
- Includes details such as the purchased product, purchaser’s contact info, and credit card information.
- Useful for offline authorization of credit card purchases.
A
- Purchase Notification:
9
Q
- Enables integration with the back-end system.
- Tracks inventory levels for better management.
- Prevents running out of stock or notifies customers if a product is unavailable
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- Inventory Management Integration
10
Q
- Essential for tracking user interactions on the site.
- Records actions such as form submissions, affiliate affiliations, and purchases.
- Enables customized mailing lists based on user actions.
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- Client Database Management
11
Q
- Often integrated into ASP storefront solutions.
- Allows users to subscribe to newsletters, e-zines, or receive special offers.
- Requires good tracking and management reports, along with a spam checker.
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- Integrated Mail List
12
Q
- Critical for businesses with a large product inventory.
- Allows users to search through the product database efficiently.
- Improves user experience by facilitating direct access to specific products.
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- Searchable Product Database
13
Q
- Enables the display of small thumbnail images next to product listings.
- Users can click on thumbnails for a better view of the product.
- Enhances product listings and optimizes site download time.
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- Thumbnail Image Capability
14
Q
- Automatically sends customers an email confirming their order.
- Provides an opportunity to thank customers for their business.
- Enhances customer service and communication.
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- Customer E-mail Notification
15
Q
- Customized email notifications with additional features.
- Can be used for various purposes, such as follow-up messages and affiliate communication.
- A powerful tool for Internet marketing.
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- Unlimited Autoresponders