How to create a shop in the UK.

Abstract

Selling products and services online can have major advantages for businesses, leading to increased profitability and lower costs. In this paper I will try to explain the advantages of selling online, what you need to consider when creating an online shop and the consequences of getting it wrong. If you choose to work with a third party to build your online shop, this guide will help ensure you ask them the right questions. My paper also explains some legal requirements and the pitfalls that you should be aware of, as well as how to make sure that customers can find your shop on the web.