Though there are those who avoid online shopping, especially older Internet users, many people are shopping on the Internet. Since sensitive information is given, website security is a concern for even those who shop exclusively online.
Small businesses are shutting their doors as business drops due to the current economy. Not all businesses are giving up; some are closing the doors to their business location and opening the door to their home. Moving a business home can reduce the overhead costs of a business drastically. With modern technology it can be a fairly smooth move.
Customer support is a plus with any company that you do business with. When you are doing Internet business, knowledgeable customer service is even more important. When doing Internet business there is often no face-to-face contact with those who you do business with. Sometimes there may be a face to put with the name because you have seen a photo, but often times that is not the case.
You have an established successful business and you have managed to keep going even with the recent changes in the economy, so why bother with a website?
There are many people who seek information on the Internet.
The Internet has become a convenience for a fast paced society that keeps non-business hours.
