What features to include in an eCommerce website?

As eCommerce website developers, we recommend considering the features that will enhance user experience, drive sales, and facilitate smooth transactions. Here are some essential features to include in a bespoke ecommerce website: User-friendly interface Product search and filtering Product catalog Shopping cart Secure payment gateway User reviews and ratings Wishlist and saved items Multiple shipping options Mobile responsiveness Social media integration Promotional tools Customer support Analytics and reporting Remember, these are just some of the core features of ecommerce solutions to consider. Depending on your specific business needs, you may want to include additional features such as multi-language support, wish list sharing, loyalty programs, and more.

How long does it take to create an online store?

The time of online store development can vary depending on a number of factors, such as the complexity of the store, the platform you choose, ecommerce web design, mobile app, your level of experience, and the resources you have available: in-house team or outsource agency. Here’s a general timeline to give you an idea. It takes about 1-2 months to develop an MVP — a minimum viable product. The first version of the online store will include the basic functionalities. It is enough to launch and test the platform with real users. Generally, it takes around 2-6 months to finalize and release the project. It’s important to note that this timeline can vary significantly based on individual circumstances. If you have limited resources or technical expertise, it may take longer. Conversely, if you have a dedicated team and resources, the process could be expedited.

How much does it cost to create an eCommerce website?

The cost of creating an online store can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the complexity of the store, the features and customization required, the platform or website builder chosen, and the resources available to you. Here are a few key expenses to consider: platform or website builder, domain name, web hosting, design and development, payment processing fees, and custom features. It’s important to carefully evaluate your business needs and budget to determine how much you are willing to invest in creating and maintaining an online store or ecommerce mobile app. Feel free to contact our team to get a rough estimate for ecommerce website development service.

What platform do you build eCommerce websites on?

Depending on the ecommerce business needs we recommend the CS-Cart shopping cart for ecommerce store development and Multi-Vendor CMS for marketplaces. For highload sites we use Laravel framework and headless development toolkit.

Our business uses a specific ERP and CRM system. Can we integrate with this?

Yes, as an e-commerce website developers, we can connect to your site almost any CRM, payment gateway, shipment services, digital marketing tools and other 3rd-party systems for your specific business needs. The specific steps and processes for integrating systems may vary depending on the platforms and services you are using.

Home
/
Services
/
Online Store Development

Online Store Development

Amplify your online presence with feature-rich applications for eCommerce. We build high-performance, user-friendly and conversion-based web and mobile online stores and hypermarkets that attract and retain customers.

Get Started

Online Store Solutions

We have been automating businesses since 2005, with a focus on high-load projects optimized for B2B, B2C and D2C eCommerce. Proven by our 1000+ happy clients in 170 countries.

eCommerce Website From Scratch

From business analysis and custom design to the implementation of complex CRM and ERP systems using PHP, Laravel framework and headless approach.

Platform-Based eCommerce Website

Quick launch of MVP for first sales and custom development for complex projects on PHP-based eCommerce platforms including CS‑Cart and Multi-Vendor.

Omnichannel eCommerce Website

Automation of business processes and building an unified ecosystem of online and offline sales points.

eCommerce Website Replatforming

Seamless website replatforming from outdated CMS and self-written software to a fully-fledged eCommerce platform without downtime and loss of data.

Mobile eCommerce Development

Development of mobile apps, responsive websites and PWA solutions for mobile commerce. Increased sales on all devices.

Need more Details?

Contact our team for a free consultation on eCommerce development for your project!

Contact Us

Business Tasks We Solve

Sales

Open a direct channel for revenue growth

Finance & Logistics

Automate the payment, delivery and accounting process

Risk Management

Develop an open-source and customizable platform

Customer Experience

Improve customer experience management

Strategic Development

Launch MVP with minimal investment of time and money

Redesign

Rework the outdated store with low performance

Key Industries We Serve

Dedicated developers and other specialists on your project will have a track record of online website development industry relevant experience. We deliver an online store that ensures seamless experience for both shoppers and business owners.

Equipment

Electronics

Automotive

Jewelry

Furniture

Health & Beauty

Software

Retail

Food

Arts

Hobby

Online Store Development Services

We provide end-to-end eCommerce web development services so that you can create or customize your store with one contractor.

No need to spend time choosing providers for specific tasks like design, hosting or SEO and coordinating their activities. You will get all services in one place for a modern, performance-based online store optimized for sales and outstanding shopping experience.

Business Analysis

After collecting project information and making a market analysis we suggest a tech stack and an optimal software development process.

Architecture Design

We turn your business ideas into a comprehensive Requirements Specification with a project roadmap and resources breakdown.

UX/UI Website Design

Improve customer experience following the latest web design trends. From home page to checkout.

Custom Online Store Development

We help businesses grow faster and outpace competition by implementing new features and functions required by specific industries and business models.

System Integration

We automate eCommerce businesses by integrating CRM, EPR, payment gateways, shipping services, and other 3rd-party systems and services.

Quality Assurance

We create reliable and bugfree online stores. Our testers have already checked the functionality of 5000+ projects and know the most widespread bottlenecks.

Hosting for eCommerce

As your managed service provider, we will configure and monitor 24/7 project performance and security for fault-tolerant operation.

SEO and Lifetime Support

Learn more about our end-to-end online store services for consistent growth through continuous evolution.

Contact Us

Whether you’re just starting an online store or looking to expand your operations globally, our solutions can accommodate your growth. We offer a comprehensive toolkit for eCommerce that covers all aspects of project operation including development, external integrations, inventory management, order fulfillment, and customer support.

Andrey Myagkov

CTO of CS-Cart Development

Engagement Models

We offer a flexible choice of engagement models based on specifics of your project.

Time & Material

An engagement model where a dedicated team of specialists is assigned to your project. The tasks and priorities are determined and changed iteratively. Ideal for hypothesis testing, MVP launch and redesign of current projects.

Fixed Price

A cooperation model where you are quoted a price for the scope of work calculated and fixed in the specification. Any changes in tasks are calculated in individual specifications. Ideal fit for projects with a limited budget and tight deadlines.

Outstaffing

Hire specific IT professionals, such as web developers, QA specialists, system analysts, UI/UX designers or DevOps experts to strengthen your own development team.

How We Work

Step #1

Discovery Phase

Collect project information: ideas, goals, market analysis, and tech stack for existing projects

Step #2

Architecture Design

Define requirements and features of the project and make a detailed project specification

Step #3

UX Concept

UI/UX specialists work on the project look and feel for trendy design and better user experience

Step #4

Development

Backend and frontend developers start development based on technical specification and road map

Step #5

Testing and QA

QA tests the developed functionality and ensures the interface is intuitive and user-friendly

Step #6

Deployment and Support

After deployment, we can support you in infrastructure management and project development

Project Roles

The project team is put together individually before the start of work on each project. A typical team for custom Online Store Development includes a project manager, a system analyst, software developers, and testers. Depending on your individual requirements we can involve field experts and focused specialists.

Business Analyst

System Architect

SEO Expert

UI/UX Designer

DevOps Specialist

System Administrator

Why Choose CS-Cart as Technological Partner

50,000+

Successful eCommerce projects

170+

Countries

150+

In-house Developers and Experts

Benefits of Working with Us

Integrated Support

End-to-end concept from analysis and design to the development and maintenance of infrastructure for eCommerce.

Data-driven Approach

Choice of solutions and tools is based on our profound knowledge of eCommerce market players needs.

Global Experience

We know how to implement the advanced eCommerce technologies in your local realities. Stay ahead of your competitors with us!

Send Us a Request to get a Free Quote for eCommerce Development

Send Request

Reviews

After a through research for more than 3 months we were confident that CS-Cart Multi-Vendor had the most features for the price compared to any of its competitors.

Pritish A.

eCom Specialist

In terms of functionality, it is very feature-rich, and it can be rather overwhelming in terms of doing the initial setup, especially if you do not have a technical background, which like I said I do not.

Farai M.

Director

My business concept is extremely challenging and CS-Cart professionals help me with solutions with minimal wait time.

Michael G. K.

Contractor

There are detailed manuals and video instructions, not only for beginners, a large forum and active community, developers, marketplace, and a good help desk.

Milan P.

CEO

I really like scalability of CS-Cart. It was not overwhelming for me to use when I started few years ago, and now as we grow, we are still able to utilise its advanced features.

Masha S.

Retail Manager

We have been with many different hosting companies over the years and Scalesta is by far the best. They enable me to get a good night's rest knowing my server is working just how it should!