It is estimated that there are 18.43 million eCommerce users in South Africa, but what are these people’s online behaviours, expectations, and preferences? How can you tailor your e-commerce digital marketing, content marketing, social media marketing, and website design strategies to meet their unique needs and wants? We hope that the following statistics can help with that…
Page Loading Speed
Studies have found that slower page loading speeds, even those delayed by a mere second, can result in 7% fewer conversions. Reduce loading speeds (you should be aiming for a maximum loading time of three seconds) by paying close attention to the file size of the images you use in your website design.
Less isn’t More
It would seem that the number of landing pages you have on your website has a dramatic impact on the number of conversions you generate. Research has shown that companies with more than 40 landing pages saw 12 times more leads than companies with five or less.
Mobile Matters
When it comes to e-commerce, it is all about mobile marketing and ensuring that your website is 100% mobile-friendly. This year, mobile e-commerce sales are expected to make up more than 63.5% of all e-commerce sales.
Streamline Your Checkout Process
A complicated, long-winded checkout process results in the loss of copious amounts of business. For example, 35% of transactions are lost when websites require shoppers to create accounts before making a payment.
Retargeting is Wise
Worried that spending money on retargeting isn’t worth it? Relax. Our sources say that three out of four users notice retargeting ads and that people are 70% zamore likely to convert when retargeted with display ads.
Need help with improving your digital marketing efforts and optimising your e-commerce website? WSI OMS is here to lend a hand. As leading specialists in content marketing, mobile marketing, social media marketing, website design, and website development, you can count on us to boost your online visibility and reputation in a flash. Contact us today to learn more.