A website is a location connected to the internet that maintains the collection of webpages.
Running a business without a website means loosing out on a number of customers; it is equivalent to having a Physical address because people would see your business when they search for it.
A website pitches your business to online/internet users.
1. It creates accessibility to customers
Websites are always open 7 days, 24 hours; it grants customers the access to your business at anytime they wish, at their own flexibility and customers do not have to wait until a Physical shipy is open before they can make a purchase.
2. Running a website saves cost
Having a business website does not compulsorily require a physical presence or staff payroll, no utility bills or huge amount of money spent on hosting meetings and conferences. Catalogues and business brochures will be on the website and may not require special print.
3. Websites increases business visibility
The more people are online and surf the internet, the get to know about the business. Websites increases the number of people you are likely to reach out to and expands your target audience. It makes deals with customers who are not within your vicinity. It makes the globe seem within your range.
4. User convenience
It give customers the opportunity to buy from the comfort of their homes and reduces pressure on people to buy. People do not have to leave their homes or offices before they can access the product they need.
5. Increase customer trust
Just like no business will be taken serious without a telephone number or address, businesses with websites/ e-mail address are taken serious because it enables people to come in touch with it.
6. It creates a professional outlook
Businesses with websites creates the impression of professionalism in the corporate world. It makes s a business stand out and gives it a more important outlook.
7. Gives information on the Go!
Contents, blogs and frequently asked questions are uploaded on websites for customers satisfaction, here they can get whatever information they need concerning the product/service they seek to get.