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A gradual approach to developing
your e-commerce site probably makes the best sense for your
business. The following table provides a sample Web site
deployment plan for a 200-person company. The site evolves
from brochureware to a Web storefront. Your timeline may
vary depending on the size of your company, e-commerce project,
and budget.
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| Business Assessment and
Strategy Development — Examine your company's
business objectives, obtain senior management sponsorship, and
determine a strategic Web vision and e-commerce business model. |
| Catalog Creation and Content
Management — Create a detailed listing of products
and services, and establish a method of managing and updating
content. |
| Order and Payment Processing
— Expand and integrate the functionality of the
Web site into the company's payment processing system. |
| Fulfillment Determination
— Establish methods of delivery and distribution
for goods and services ordered online. |
| Testing and Launch —
Test added functions and features during launch preparations |
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