Online Shops
What are online shops?
Online shops are a great way for businesses of all sizes to start selling their products online. More and more people worldwide are choosing to shop online instead of visiting physical stores. Online shops make it quick and easy for customers to browse and buy products from anywhere.
You don’t need to be a tech expert to run your own online store—anyone can do it! Our platform is simple to use, and you can get started quickly, selling and shipping your products not just locally but worldwide.
If you already have a physical shop, we offer solutions to connect it with your online store, keeping everything in sync. Compared to subscription-based services, we provide a more affordable, flexible, and customizable option tailored to your needs.
We’re confident in the value we offer, and our happy customers agree! Let us help you create an online shop that’s easy to manage and built for success.
Who are they suitable for?
Our online shops are perfect for businesses of all sizes and industries, whether you’re selling just one product or thousands. Whether you aim to reach customers globally or focus on a local market, our online shops are built to meet your needs. However, having a clear plan for selling online is crucial. Here are some key questions to guide you:
What are you selling, and who’s your audience?
Identify the products you’ll offer and understand the kind of customers who will buy them.How will your online shop fit into your operations?
Define your business model and how the online shop will complement your existing operations.What’s your approach to warranties and returns?
Create clear policies for handling returns and warranties to build customer trust.Are your business essentials in place?
Make sure you have an ABN, business name registration, trademark protection, and a merchant bank account for accepting payments securely.Where will you store your inventory?
Plan for adequate storage if you don’t already have a location for your stock.How will you handle shipping?
Decide whether you’ll deliver products yourself, use a service like Australia Post, or partner with a courier.What’s your packaging strategy?
Ensure products are packed safely to reach customers in perfect condition.How will you price your products?
Decide on pricing strategies, including discounts or special offers.How will you measure success?
Set clear metrics to evaluate the performance of your online shop.
Remember, online shops are different from retail stores. There’s no walk-by traffic, so you need a strong strategy to attract customers to your site. Without one, even the best-built online store may not reach its potential.
We’re here to help! We offer tailored SEO services and paid advertising packages to drive traffic and help you succeed. Let us help kickstart your online store with expert strategies and proven solutions.
Why should I pick MiMDigital
Experienced & Committed
At MiMDigital, we don’t just create stunning and functional online shops; we help build successful businesses. Your success is our priority, and throughout the development process, we act as your dedicated business partner, fully invested in your growth. We don’t believe in a “set it and forget it” approach—we’re here to support you every step of the way, ensuring your online shop thrives and achieves its full potential.
The Best Designs
Our award-winning graphic designers specialize in creating high-quality websites tailored to your business and designed to engage your target market effectively. We focus on delivering visually stunning and user-friendly designs that align perfectly with your brand and goals.
Open Platform means Innovation
We use an open shopping platform, ensuring you’re never locked into proprietary systems or platforms. This means any skilled developer can work on your site with ease. Our eCommerce platform powers 28% of all online shops worldwide, giving you proven reliability and scalability. Plus, you can export your product data anytime, providing you with complete control and flexibility over your online store.
Affordable
Our online shops are not only highly affordable but also come with a price match guarantee—if you find a comparable service, we’ll match it. For this unbeatable price, you’ll receive fantastic designs with unlimited design revisions, unlimited products, and unlimited pages. Unlike other platforms that charge high monthly fees that add up over time, our pricing is primarily upfront, providing excellent long-term value without ongoing surprises.
Intuitive & Excellent Support
All our online shops come with easy-to-follow instructions and a user-friendly content management system, making it simple to manage your store. Additionally, we provide responsive and friendly customer support via email to ensure you have the help you need every step of the way.
Customisations
As custom developers, we excel at creating tailored solutions designed specifically for your unique needs. Unlike subscription-based eCommerce systems that offer one-size-fits-all solutions and limited customization options, we provide the flexibility to bring your vision to life. We can build custom integrations with email marketing tools, CRMs, bookkeeping systems with open APIs, and even specialized shipping/delivery services or payment gateways. No matter how specific or unique your requirements are, we’re equipped to deliver solutions that go beyond the standard and help your business stand out.
Reduced Workload
Many subscription eCommerce systems sound great on paper, but the hidden cost is your time. You’ll need to learn their platform and handle almost everything yourself. With our online shops, we take care of the heavy lifting so you can focus on what makes your shop unique—your products and pricing. You shouldn’t have to become a makeshift web developer just to launch your online store. That’s valuable time you could spend growing your business and honing the expertise that drives its success. Let us handle what we do best—building your site—so you can focus on adding the magic that sets your business apart!
How we get your online shop off the ground
We begin by getting to know you and your business—what you’re selling, your sales expectations, your goals, and the features you need. This helps us create a website that’s perfectly aligned with your vision and objectives.
We create a custom website concept tailored specifically to your business and industry. During the first two weeks, you can request as many changes as needed until you’re completely satisfied with the design.
After you approve the design concept, we move on to developing your online shop. We can build the site on your existing domain or set up a staging or development server to ensure there’s no downtime for your current website while your new shop is being created.
Once development is complete, we hand over the website to you along with customized instructions tailored specifically for your site. From there, you can start adding products, setting prices, and configuring shipping methods. If you have a large inventory or an existing database, you can easily import products using a CSV file to save time.
When customers visit your site, they can easily add items to their cart and proceed to checkout. Payments can be made via direct bank transfer, PayPal, or credit card, and the money will go directly into your account. Both you and your customer will receive confirmation of the transaction. Additionally, we can set up SMS notifications to keep both parties informed in real time.
Once a customer places an order, you can ship the item to them. With our shop management system, you have full control over the shopping experience. You can update order statuses, add notes for customers, and manage every aspect of the process. If you sell digital products, our system also allows customers to access their downloads and manage their orders through a convenient account management portal.
Why MiMDigital for Graphic Design
Customizable Design
We create a design tailored to your business and industry, with unlimited revisions during the initial design phase to ensure your website perfectly reflects your brand and goals.
User-Friendly Management
Our intuitive content management system (CMS) is easy to use, and you’ll receive customized instructions to empower you to manage products, orders, and settings with ease.
Flexible Payment Options
Offer secure payment methods, including mobile money payments processed by Paystack, direct bank transfers, PayPal, credit and debit cards, and custom payment options tailored to your needs.
Live Shipping Rates
Provide real-time shipping rates calculated by distance and weight using the Google Maps Distance API, ensuring fair and transparent costs.
Inventory Management
Simplify tracking and updates with tools like bulk product uploads using CSV files, ideal for businesses with large inventories or transitioning from another system.
Order Tracking and Simple Order Management
Manage orders efficiently with tools to update statuses, add customer notes, and oversee the entire workflow without complications.
Digital Product Support
Sell digital products securely, with customers accessing their purchases through a dedicated account management portal.
Membership Features
Create exclusive memberships that offer special discounts, early access to products, or member-only content to enhance customer loyalty and drive repeat sales.
Shipping Integration
Set up multiple shipping methods, including local delivery, courier services, and distance or weight-based rates tailored to your customers’ needs.
Discount & Coupon Options:
Boost sales with flexible discount and coupon features, allowing you to create promotions, set expiration dates, and reward loyal customers.
Product Ratings
Build trust and credibility by enabling customers to leave reviews and ratings, helping future buyers make informed decisions.
SMS and WhatsApp Notifications
Send instant notifications for order confirmations, shipping updates, and promotions via SMS and WhatsApp to keep customers and your team informed.
Bookkeeping Integrations
Streamline financial management by syncing your store with tools like Xero, Intuit QuickBooks, or Google Sheets for tracking sales, expenses, and taxes.
Real-Time Notifications
Stay updated with timely email, SMS, or WhatsApp alerts for order confirmations, status updates, and other essential notifications.
SEO-Friendly Structure
Ensure your shop is optimized for search engines with features like clean URLs, responsive design, and fast loading speeds to improve visibility and attract more customers.
Scalability
Expand your store effortlessly with support for unlimited products, pages, and features to meet the growing needs of your business.