WHAT WE OFFER
E-Commerce Sites
We specialise in online shopping sites with all the bells and whistles. From window blinds to peptides we build powerful sites that are designed to sell.
Content Sites
Our content sites can be a few pages of corporate information or thousands of pages of articles in a portal. Big or small, simple or complex – we are here to help.
Custom Development
If your requirements are outside the normal site functionality, we have an expert custom development team, able to build whatever you need.
When we build a website – we promise our customers 3 things ….
1. It will look great. You will have a site that you can be proud of.
2. It will work well. We use the latest features, functionality and technology.
3. We are here to provide whatever support you need.
Creating a successful ecommerce or information website involves various features and functionalities that enhance user experience, drive sales, and ensure customer satisfaction.
Here are some of the things that we focus on when building sites…..
1. Intuitive Navigation and User Interface
An easy-to-use, intuitive interface with clear navigation ensures that users can quickly find products and information.
2. Responsive Design
Ensuring your website is optimized for various devices (desktop, tablet, mobile) to reach a broader audience and provide a seamless experience across platforms.
3. Search Functionality
A robust search bar with filters and auto-suggestions to help users find products efficiently.
4. Product Listings and Categories
Clearly categorize products and provide detailed descriptions, images, prices, and any applicable discounts to help customers make informed purchasing decisions.
5. User Accounts and Personalization
Allow users to create accounts, save their preferences, view order history, and recommend products based on their browsing and purchase history.
6. Secure Payment Gateway
Integration with a reputable payment gateway to facilitate smooth and secure transactions, offering various payment options, including credit cards, eft etc.
7. Checkout Process Optimization
Streamline the checkout process with a minimal number of steps, guest checkout options, and real-time validation to reduce cart abandonment rates.
8. Features that Increase Sales
Such as cart abandonment reminders, cross sell, upsell and product add on options.
9. Order Tracking and Notifications
Send order confirmations, shipping updates, and delivery notifications to keep customers informed about their order status.
10. Customer Reviews and Ratings
Allow customers to leave reviews and ratings for products, fostering trust and helping others make informed decisions.
11. Discounts, Promotions, and Coupons
Offer special discounts, promo codes, and limited-time offers to incentivise purchases and attract new customers.
12. Integration with Social Media
Enable users to share products on social media platforms and provide social login options to streamline the registration process.
13. Customer Support and Live Chat
Implement live chat or a chatbot to assist customers in real-time, addressing their queries and concerns promptly.
15. Security and Trust Badges
Display security badges, SSL certificates, and trust marks to assure customers of a secure and trustworthy shopping experience.
We Build E-commerce Businesses
E-commerce in South Africa has increased exponentially in the last few years. We spend billions each year shopping online and this trend is set to continue.
At Digital 1 we actively seek out great e-commerce opportunities and are quickly building a portfolio of really cool online properties.
Our sites are feature rich, and designed for ease of use and a great online shopping experience.
If you have a business and want to take it online, please give us a call.