Selecting the Right Web Order Software (956 words)

Whether you are starting your e-commerce channel from scratch or looking to upgrade your current offerings, here are the key issues you need to consider in selecting and implementing the Web order software component that will be right for your business.

Database size—How many SKUs do you have? How many customer records? How many orders do you get, and how fast can you process them? While scalability is built into most software products, you still need to analyze your numbers to determine the right fit, says Rob Coon, manager of sales and marketing at Dydacomp, manufacturer of the Mail Order Manager direct marketing and Web commerce software.