Product Education

It’s no news that small businesses have been hit the hardest over the last two years. With lockdowns, supply chain issues, and public health concerns piling up, the struggle to stay afloat was one experienced by many.

From the tangible to the intangible, there are endless possibilities when it comes to what you can sell on your website.

Like the thousands of Canadians who moved their small businesses online over the past year, Tia Small was new to the world of e-commerce when she launched her online group-buying website, Valley Online.

With ever-evolving shopping behaviours, now more than ever, Canadian consumers are looking for a hassle-free checkout experience, as well as alternative payment methods that fit their lifestyle.

Ecommerce sales will grow 20% during 2021 to $5.2 trillion with 19% growth in 2022 to $6.2 trillion.

Forecasts based on previous observations assume that the past holds the key to the future, and that nothing else is required.

For Canadians who are blind or have substantial vision loss, a simple digital payment can pose problems such as verifying a bill total, adding a tip and choosing the right bank account.