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The advancements in technology have made it easy to sell online. From adding unlimited products to an online store to managing them via CMS (Content Management Tools), all of this is possible because of eCommerce<\/abbr> platforms, rather eCommerce websites. Firstly, let us understand, \u2018What is an eCommerce Website\u2019?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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An E-Commerce website<\/a> is nothing but an online portal that enables online transactions in exchange for products and services. This enables the transfer of customer information via online payments over the internet. Back in time, the medium used for an eCommerce business was a phone call or E-mails. However, changing times and advancements have transformed a long database into a single website, catering to every retail need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

eCommerce Websites Best Suited For? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Generally, one assumes that eCommerce websites can be used by everyone. However, that\u2019s not the case. These websites cater to online business owners. When we say products, we mean simple ones rather than a custom made and once-used products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, Amazon started its eCommerce website by selling books. These books are easy to stock, easy to sell, and can have an expanded reach. On the other hand, if Amazon chose to sell custom-made books based on each buyer\u2019s preference, it would have to look out for a complex process that would require constant customer interference and alterations based on needs and preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hence, products like apparel, footwear, home d\u00e9cor, cosmetics can be easily displayed on an online store. Storing and shipping too won\u2019t have a major impact. A well-managed inventory along with a comprehensive shipping strategy before production actually begins. A complex process with customizations will eliminate the essential components of a website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Essential Components of a Website<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Various eCommerce website builders such as Shopify<\/a>, WooCommerce<\/a>, Magento, etc. has helped an eCommerce business owner to create a website in just a few clicks. Thus, easing the long process and making it affordable. There are thousands of tools available to create an eCommerce website. Some are paid, while others are free. However, keeping these aside, every website has few elements that are \u2018must-have\u2019. Hence, ignoring these elements will make an eCommerce website look incomplete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As per research<\/a>, a conversion rate of eCommerce site across different industries is 1.6%.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When a user visits the website, navigation acts as a guide. This essential component of any eCommerce website enables users to navigate through the entire website. At the same time, the search engine also guided through the outline of the website along with its entire structure.  Complex navigation leads to less customer traction, thus higher bounce rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easy website navigation calls for a smooth and effortless customer experience where one can find what they want. Once a user lands on the homepage, he\/she should be able to view the categories and interlinked pages within the homepage. This is sub-divided through listings under drop-down menus within the main window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navigation is a key player since it needs to be created with the utmost care and importance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 5 things to keep in mind for seamless navigation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n