Scammers use weakness in eBay UK’s return policy Scammers will always find ways to exploit weaknesses in the system. eBay is allowing the use of Royal Mail tracking service to deliver to the seller’s postal code (and not requiring the…
Amazon Prime may not cost Amazon as much as you think.
Amazon is offering a premium service at a reasonable price. We are members of Amazon Prime for several years now. It is not only free shipping, but guaranteed two business day shipping. You may get super saver free shipping on…
Why Web Merchants Do Not Report Fraud.
I am unimpressed with the fraud reporting procedure and tools that the credit card companies provide. Since Visa and MasterCard have each bank take on the risk of fraud, the fraud reporting is disjointed at best. Who do you contact…
Ina’s Podcasts
Brian explained how his company’s tools help eBay sellers drive more sales through online promotions, including MyStoreRewards, MyStoreMaps, and a new tool, CashBack Maps. via Ina’s Podcasts. Measuring ROI is a very tricky subject when you don’t have a base…
How to Accept Credit Card Payments on Mobile Devices : Technology :: American Express OPEN Forum
I can envision a modern clothing boutique using an iPad to accept credit cards. The three services profiled here — Square, Intuit GoPayment and PAYware Mobile — hail from experienced entrepreneurs and seasoned payment veterans, and each offers a slight…
Magento Performance: Myth vs. Reality
Yes, I agree a dedicated server is always better than shared environment, but defeat your own argument against Magento being slow when you suggest a dedi. If your client is serious about your online business, don’t use shared hosting but…
Online Spending Up, Patience Down – Website Magazine – Website Magazine
I think this just goes to show that buyers are less patient with online shopping as it is more about convenience and a time saving activity. Make sure as an eCommerce merchant that the technology you use is fast and…
Google Pondering PayPal-Based Purchases for Android Apps? | News & Opinion | PCMag.com
If you want to pick up a new app on an Android-based smartphone, you have one option with which to pay for your new purchase: Google Checkout. At least, for now—sources indicate that Google is chatting with eBay’s PayPal business…
Online Retailers Are Going Mobile, Are Uncertain of Social Media Success
The study also reported that retailers are finding value in social media marketing, but the ROI for driving online sales remains murky; 28 percent of respondents said social marketing has helped grow their business, but direct sales from social tactics…
Going It Alone: How to Make Your Stuff In China
You have to be responsible for all steps of the manufacturing process and build into your contracts any potential issues that may arise (factories want to do it cheap, you want to do it right). Give payments in increments so…