Boost Your Sales with the Shopping Cart Feature in shopVOX’s Ecommerce Suite

October 29th, 2024

In today’s online-driven market, offering your products through a seamless online experience isn’t just an advantage — it’s a necessity. For businesses in signage, print, or apparel industries, the ability to sell products directly from your website opens up new sales channels and revenue streams. That’s where shopVOX’s Shopping Cart Feature in the Ecommerce Suite Add-On comes in.

With this powerful tool, you can easily integrate an online shopping cart into your existing website, allowing your customers to browse products, add items to their cart, and pay online — all while seamlessly syncing with your shopVOX system for easy order management. Here’s how the Shopping Cart Feature can help your business make more money, faster.

1. Expand Your Sales Channels with Online Orders

The biggest advantage of the Shopping Cart Feature is that it allows your business to sell products online. Whether you’re offering custom signs, branded apparel, or promotional products, a shopping cart makes it easy for customers to shop at their convenience, increasing your reach beyond your local market.

Here’s how it works:

  • Website Integration: The Shopping Cart Feature can be embedded directly into your existing website, making it easy for customers to browse your products, add them to their cart, and place orders without needing to contact you directly.

  • Real-Time Transactions: Customers can complete their purchases online through secure payment options, reducing friction and allowing for immediate sales.

By offering an online shopping experience, you open up your business to new opportunities, capturing customers who may not have the time or ability to visit your physical store. More ways to sell mean more opportunities for revenue.

2. Increase Sales with a Convenient Shopping Experience

Consumers today expect convenience. The easier it is to browse products and complete transactions, the more likely they are to purchase. With the Shopping Cart Feature, you can offer your customers:

  • 24/7 Shopping: Your online store is always open, allowing customers to shop when it’s convenient for them — even after hours.

  • Easy Product Navigation: Organize your products into categories, making it simple for customers to find exactly what they need.

  • Quick Checkout: The streamlined checkout process reduces cart abandonment, ensuring that more browsers become buyers.

This level of convenience helps to boost conversion rates and ensures that you never miss out on a sale due to limited business hours or complex ordering processes.

3. Save Time with Automatic Order Syncing

One of the standout benefits of the Shopping Cart Feature is how it integrates directly with your shopVOX system. When a customer places an order through your website, the details are automatically synced with your shopVOX Job Board, eliminating manual data entry and reducing the risk of errors.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • Automated Order Flow: Orders placed through the shopping cart are instantly sent to your shopVOX Job Board, where they can be processed just like any other order.

  • Accurate Inventory Management: Inventory levels are automatically updated, ensuring that you never oversell products that are out of stock.

  • Efficient Production: With all the order details synced directly to your production team, there’s no need to manually tally items or input data — saving you time and reducing mistakes.

By automating this part of your sales process, you not only save time but also ensure that orders are processed faster, leading to quicker fulfillment and happier customers.

4. Increase Average Order Value with Upselling and Cross-Selling

The Shopping Cart Feature isn’t just about making sales — it’s about making bigger sales.

For example:

  • Upselling: When a customer adds a product to their cart, you can also show a higher-end version of that item (e.g., a more premium sign or apparel option).

  • Cross-Selling: Most customer don't know everything you offer so having a shopping cart can show items they may not know you make. For instance, if they’re buying event banners, suggest adding table covers or flyers to complete their setup.

These strategies are proven to increase average order value (AOV) and generate more revenue per transaction. By strategically placing these suggestions, you can make more money from each customer without adding extra work to your sales team.

5. Capture New Markets with Digital Advertising

With a shopping cart embedded into your website, you can easily promote your products online and reach new customers through digital advertising. From Google Ads to social media campaigns, you can drive traffic directly to your online store, where customers can complete their purchases instantly.

Here’s how you can leverage the shopping cart feature for marketing:

  • Targeted Ads: Use paid ads on platforms like Google and Facebook to target specific customer segments, like local businesses looking for signage or schools needing branded apparel.

  • Retargeting: Promote your shopping cart to customers who have previously visited your website but didn’t make a purchase, encouraging them to return and complete their order.

  • Seasonal Promotions: Create limited-time offers or discounts that drive urgency, boosting sales during peak seasons.

By combining your online store with effective digital advertising, you can capture a wider audience and increase sales without relying solely on foot traffic or phone orders.

Conclusion: Make More Sales, Faster, with the Shopping Cart Feature

The Shopping Cart Feature in the Ecommerce Suite Add-On for shopVOX PRO offers an incredible opportunity for your business to expand its sales channels, automate order management, and increase revenue. From offering a convenient shopping experience to driving more sales through upselling and digital advertising, the Shopping Cart makes it easier than ever to grow your business online.

Ready to take your online sales to the next level? Book a PRO demo today or email us to add the Shopping Cart Feature to your shopVOX account and start making more sales, faster!