Free eBook: E-commerce for Sports and Recreation Organizations

"E-commerce for Sports and Recreation Organizations"

A Guide to Increased Revenue with E-commerce

If in 1994 someone told you that in 20 years almost everything you could ever want or need could be purchased online, do you think you would have believed them?  Probably not. Amazon didn't actually go online until 1995 but 1994 was the year it was founded and it was still about 5-10 years before it became the goliath it is today. Jeff Bezos saw the potential of the internet, planted that seed and 20 years later we have the Amazon we know today.

You are probably asking yourself what does this have to do with my organization?  Many sports and recreation organizations have websites and some offer online registration but most still do not know how to leverage e-commerce to maximize revenue from current core clients and plant the seed for future growth and increased revenue.  This e-book will summarize the evolution of e-commerce and online spending and will show you how you can use e-commerce to increase revenue and attract a new generation of clients.

If Amazon can go from selling books online to selling groceries, shoes and cat litter, you can also benefit from e-commerce.

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Free eBook: Choosing an E-commerce Platform

"Choosing an E-commerce Platform"

A How to Guide for Sports and Recreation Organizations

In today's tech-obsessed world, more and more people are going online to shop for products and services. The convenience of shopping at home or even on a mobile device is becoming the norm. This includes searching, registering, and paying for sports and recreation activities.  Taking your organization online with e-commerce can cut down on administrative time and expenses and make life easier for your clients.

There is a lot to take into consideration when choosing an e-commerce platform and before you dive in, it's important to understand that, due to the nature of your business, your needs are unique and simply cannot be fulfilled by traditional e-commerce platforms.  You need something a little bit more flexible. It is also important to understand the e-commerce provider’s approach to service delivery and how the platform is sold. Lastly, you need to look at the provider itself and determine if you want to enter into a long term relationship with them to the tune of 5 to 7 years. If you want to be successful, the e-commerce platform you choose needs to address all of these elements.  We've created this e-book as a guide and to help you navigate the many options involved in selecting the e-commerce solution that's right for you.

Offered Free by: Amilia Enterprises, Inc.

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Free eGuide: State of the Union: E-Commerce Page Speed & Web Performance

"State of the Union: E-Commerce Page Speed & Web Performance"

Does your E-commerce website take longer than 3 seconds to load?

Online consumer expectations have not changed: Shoppers expect retail pages to load in 3 seconds or less, yet many retail websites fail to deliver this.

The good news is that this problem is surmountable.

DOWNLOAD NOW for best practices to improve the user experience for visitors which can be applied outside the ecommerce world as well.

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Free eGuide: Creating an E-commerce Web Site

A Do-It-Yourself Guide.

In this guide, you'll learn about what goes into creating your own Do-It-Yourself (DIY) e-commerce web site, from picking the right tools and services you'll need to create your web pages, to selecting the best hosting provider and payment solution to fit your business, to figuring out the best security for your site.

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Free eGuide: E-commerce 101: A Guide to Successful Selling on the Web

For many business owners, launching an online shopping site makes perfect sense. However, there are some important things you should know before diving into the e-commerce marketplace.

The online economy is ripe with opportunity, but it's also rife with pitfalls that can trip up even the savviest business person. This guide reviews the basics of setting up, securing, and promoting your e-commerce site. With a little knowledge, you'll be well on your way to success in the online economy.

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