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ECommerce Website design & development for small businesses

Revamping your ecommerce website can greatly enhance your business as it is your most visible asset, providing a measurable return on investment.

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Bespoke eCommerce Websites to Take Your Business to the Next Level!

E-commerce is now part of most peoples daily lives. We order food, clothing, home appliances, entertainment online. We do our banking and manage insurance coverage online as well as arrange medical prescriptions. It’s a part of our everyday routine now!

By utilizing a skilfully designed eCommerce website with WooCommerce, you can boost your business opportunities on the internet. Woocommerce is among the top-rated eCommerce platforms which facilitates the sale of your products through your website. As it is developed as an integration with WordPress, it works seamlessly with WordPress websites.

A website is the face of your company to the outside world. People will judge your company based on how it looks, the ease of use and functionality. So you want it to be right!

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Why WooCommerce?

WooCommerce is the most popular eCommerce shopping platform with 68% market share.

It is packed with features that allow companies of all types and sizes to set up a professional eCommerce website. It runs on one of the most popular CMS platforms WordPress, it’s user-friendly and features a mobile-responsive design that will give your buyers a great shopping experience on their mobile devices.

Some of the benefits of WooCommerce

  • Cost-effective
  • Storefront customisation
  • Advanced built-in features and plugins
  • Search Engine Friendly
  • Marketing features
  • Inventory management
  • Stable platform with great customer support
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Small Business Web Design Case Studies

Explore a selection of my website designs tailored for small businesses, showcasing how I help clients in Bury St Edmunds and across the UK achieve professional online presence and business growth.

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Ecommerce Website Design Package

Choose a custom website package. Additional pages, features and functionality can be added into these packages to fit your needs.

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Custom ECommerce Website

Website Package includes

  • Custom designed website built using WordPress & WooCommerce, and added to your domain
  • Existing website stays in place until new design is complete
  • Responsive mobile-friendly design
  • Up to 8 pages – content to be provided by you
  • ICO compliant cookie pop-up and policy page
  • Up to 20 products added
  • Social Media Integrated
  • Contact Form
  • Standard functionality
  • Photo sourcing
  • SEO focused 
  • Help with web hosting, SSL
  • Instructions on how to edit website yourself

Additional functionality, pages, products can be added for an additional charge

Ongoing site maintenance is available

Investment of £2750

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Website Package includes

  • Custom designed website built using WordPress & added to your domain
  • Existing website stays in place until new design is complete
  • Responsive mobile-friendly design
  • Up to 8 pages – content to be provided by you
  • ICO compliant cookie pop-up and policy page
  • Social Media Integrated
  • Contact Form
  • Standard functionality
  • Photo sourcing
  • Basic SEO 
  • Help with web hosting, SSL
  • Instructions on how to edit website yourself

Additional functionality, pages, bespoke icons/ graphocs can be added for an additional charge

Ongoing site maintenance is available

Investment of £1500

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One page WordPress websites Bury St Edmunds

Custom One Page Website

Website Package includes

  • Custom designed website built using WordPress & added to your domain
  • Existing website stays in place until new design is complete
  • Responsive mobile-friendly design
  • One page design – content to be provided by you
  • ICO compliant cookie pop-up and policy page
  • Social Media Integrated
  • Contact Form
  • Standard functionality
  • Photo sourcing
  • Basic SEO 
  • Help with web hosting, SSL
  • Instructions on how to edit website yourself

Additional functionality, bespoke icons can be added for an additional charge

Ongoing site maintenance is available

Investment of £950

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Case Study – Hounsfield Boilers

New eCommerce website to choose your boiler then Request A Quote

This business wanted an eCommerce store with a difference. An online shop with boilers and boiler parts that could be selected for each specific installation. The order could then be submitted to request a quote complete with delivery to a specific address.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Ecommerce Websites

eCommerce stands for electronic commerce. 

eCommerce websites allow visitors to find their product(s), add them to their “shopping cart,” and securely pay for their goods by entering their payment information to complete their purchase.

eCommerce has many benefits for both businesses and consumers. businesses can reach a wider audience with an eCommerce website, and consumers can shop from the comfort of their own homes. eCommerce is convenient for both parties and has revolutionized the way we shop.

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Most people are familiar with informational websites. These are the websites that provide information about a business and its products and services.

eCommerce websites, on the other hand, are websites that give consumers the ability to buy products and services directly from a business, regardless of their location. 

eCommerce websites are becoming increasingly popular, as they offer businesses a way to reach consumers around the world. In addition, eCommerce website offer consumers the convenience of being able to purchase products and services from the comfort of their own homes.

eCommerce website design is critical to the success of your online store. A well-designed website will be easy for customers to navigate and find the products they’re looking for.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when designing your eCommerce website:
– Make your navigation clear and easy to understand. Use familiar, but descriptive terms so visitors know where to go.
– Keep menu items to a minimum. The recommended number is 7 or less.
– Consider sticky navigation if your page scrolls down very far. This will keep your menu visible at all times, so visitors can easily find their way around your site.

Create an eCommerce website that is easy to navigate and provides a great user experience for your customers.

ECommerce offers many advantages over brick-and-mortar stores.

It has a much lower financial cost to get started. You don’t need to pay for rent, utilities, or employees.

eCommerce also lets you reach a global market. There are no geographical boundaries when you sell online.

You can also retarget customers more effectively. eCommerce website visitor data lets you show ads to people who have already shown an interest in your product.

eCommerce provides a more personalized buying experience than in-store shopping. Online stores can track customer data and offer recommendations based on past purchases.

eCommerce is also more convenient for customers. They can shop anytime, anywhere.

These advantages of ecommerce make it an attractive option for businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re looking to expand your reach, ecommerce could be the right choice for you.

eCommerce website requirements may vary depending on the type of business you have and the products or services you sell. However, there are some key eCommerce website requirements that are essential for all businesses.

First, your eCommerce website must be hosted on a fast, stable, and secure server. This will ensure that your website can handle high traffic volumes and transactions without disruptions.

Second, your eCommerce website must have a highly-responsive mobile website. This is essential for customers who are shopping on their mobile devices.

Third, your eCommerce website must have a user-friendly web design. This means that customers should be able to easily navigate your website and find the products or services they are looking for.

Fourth, your eCommerce website must have robust operation systems. This includes a secure checkout process and smooth sales channels integration.

Finally, your eCommerce website should have transparent brand information pages. These pages should provide customers with all the information they need to know about your brand before they make a purchase. 

In addition to paying their salary, business owners are responsible for training costs, benefits, health insurance, paid time-off, and payroll taxes.

In contrast, hiring a freelancer allows your business to eliminate many of these overhead costs. Additionally freelancers are more flexible to work with, more easily contacted, dedicated to ‘doing a great job’ as their reputation depends on it, to name a few advantages.

I can help build and manage your website design and development, 

If you’re running an ecommerce website, it’s important to avoid clutter. Too much visual noise can be overwhelming for shoppers and make it difficult for them to find what they’re looking for. Instead, simplify your menus and focus on clear, easy-to-navigate design. Adding a search bar can also be helpful, as it gives shoppers a way to quickly find specific products.

It’s also worth investing in a premium web hosting service. This will help to ensure that your website is always fast and responsive, even during peak traffic times.

Additionally, you should aim to eliminate any steps in your checkout process that are unnecessary or confusing. For example, don’t force shoppers to create a profile unless it’s absolutely necessary.

Finally, don’t forget about the little things. Make sure you’re sending shopping cart abandonment emails (this can help recover lost sales), and don’t forget about SEO. Prioritizing these factors will help give your ecommerce website the best chance of success.

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A strong website and effective local SEO are crucial for small business success in Bury St Edmunds and Suffolk. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to improve your existing site, I’m here to help you achieve your goals with customized website services.

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