The emergence and surge in the growth in demand for online shopping is an international phenomenon which is challenging and changing the face of business commerce. A recent report produced by Limerick Chamber Economist, Dr Órlaith Borthwick found that online shopping can complement rather than substitute retail stores. In Ireland, an estimated 43% of people between the ages of 16 and 74 made purchases on the internet in 2011 (Central Statistics Office, 2012). But a worrying trend within the Irish online market is that €3 of every €4 spent is spent on overseas goods and services. Irish businesses need to enhance their online presence and become more e-commerce savvy.
This e-commerce workshop, delivered by Hailstorm Commerce (specialists in helping businesses trade online), will examine the opportunities that exist and the systems and requirements that businesses need to consider to seize these opportunities.
This Workshop would be most suited to Retailers, Wholesalers, Manufacturers and Distributors.
Topics:
- What is eCommerce, how can it affect your business?
- eCommerce market trends
- How can your company take advantage, and more importantly drive new business sales in this rapidly growing sector
- What are the pitfalls
- How do you begin to plan your entry into the world of eCommerce
- What are the major benefits to your organisation
Cost: FREE to Members (includes Lunch)
Places are limited so please book early and bring business cards so that you can network
Bookings to: Jorrit at info@limerickchamber.ie or 061 415180
