How do I start selling online? It’s a question we get asked quite a lot at ThinkBusiness.
It is estimated that in the year 2020, over €21bn will be spent online, by people living in Ireland. If you’re in business and aren’t selling online, you should be.
Apart from running their businesses, online retailers in Ireland must also keep up with all aspects of EU consumer legislation.
Help is at hand with a new online selling guide launched by the Dublin Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the European Consumer Centre (ECC) Ireland.
The missing millions
People in Ireland spent €6.5bn online last year. However, just one in four Irish companies are able to process sales online.
“Not being set up to sell online is a missed opportunity for Irish firms,” says Burke. “This guide will help inform businesses on what they need to know to make the transition to online trading.”
You can download the latest version of the guide for free.