--- title: How to Scale Your Philadelphia Business with eCommerce | IMS description: Enter the modern age of retail by recruiting IMS to implement eCommerce innovations for your Philadelphia-area business. image: https://7523164.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/7523164/1-Aug-24-2022-04-29-14-85-PM.png --- [![IMS_Logo-1](https://7523164.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/7523164/IMS_Logo-1.png)](https://www.ims-pos.com/) - [Home](https://www.ims-pos.com/) - [Products](https://www.ims-pos.com/products/) - [Retail Pro](https://www.ims-pos.com/products/retail-pro/) - [Retail Pro Prism](https://www.ims-pos.com/products/retail-pro-prism/) - [Retail Pro Decisions](https://www.ims-pos.com/products/retail-pro-decisions/) - [eMobile POS](https://www.ims-pos.com/products/emobile-pos/) - [IMS Complete Venue](https://www.ims-pos.com/services/ims-complete-venue/) - [STADIS](https://www.ims-pos.com/stadis-system/) - [STADIS iNTEGRATE](https://www.ims-pos.com/stadis-integrate/) - [STADIS Rewards](https://www.ims-pos.com/stadis-rewards/) - [STADIS iNTELLIGENCE](https://www.ims-pos.com/stadis-intelligence/) - [eCommerce Products](https://www.ims-pos.com/e-commerce/) - [Cloud Hosting](https://www.ims-pos.com/products/cloud-hosting/) - [Secure Payments](https://www.ims-pos.com/products/tsys/) - [Smart Inventory](https://www.ims-pos.com/products/foundry-logic/) - [Services](https://www.ims-pos.com/services/) - [Services & Support](https://www.ims-pos.com/services-support/) - [Application & Integration Development](https://www.ims-pos.com/services/apps-and-integrations/) - [IT Management](https://www.ims-pos.com/services/it-management/) - [Digital Marketing](https://www.ims-pos.com/services/digital-marketing/) - [Retail Pro Planning](https://www.ims-pos.com/services/planning-forecasting/) - [SAP Business One](https://www.ims-pos.com/services/sap-business-one-erp-integration/) - [eCommerce Services](https://www.ims-pos.com/e-commerce/) - [Resources](https://www.ims-pos.com/resources/) - [Training & Education](https://www.ims-pos.com/training-and-education/) - [Webinars](https://www.ims-pos.com/webinars/) - [Articles](https://blog.ims-pos.com/) - [About Us](https://www.ims-pos.com/about-us/) - [Contact Us](https://www.ims-pos.com/contact-us/) - [Contact Information](https://www.ims-pos.com/contact-us/) - [Support Portal](https://connect.ims-pos.com/v4_6_release/services/system_io/customerportal/portal.html?company=ims&locale=en#LoginPagePlace:LOGOUT) - Request a Demo [eCommerce Development](https://blog.ims-pos.com/tag/ecommerce-development) # How to Scale Your Philadelphia Business with eCommerce | IMS - Posted On: August 26, 2022 ![scale philadelphia business with modern ecommerce solutions ims](https://7523164.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7523164/hubfs/1-Aug-24-2022-04-29-14-85-PM.png?width=1229&name=1-Aug-24-2022-04-29-14-85-PM.png) Less than a century ago, merchants needed brick-and-mortar stores to sell products or services. Needless to say, internet capabilities sparked a technological business revolution. This shift in purchasing procedures birthed what we now refer to as [eCommerce](https://www.salesforce.com/products/commerce-cloud/resources/what-is-ecommerce/). Any type of business can build its online presence with an eCommerce website. By existing online, retailers have more flexibility to scale their operations. IT services from IMS allow for business expansion without store renovations. ## What is eCommerce? Put simply, eCommerce is the process of buying and selling online. A transaction takes place electronically over the internet or through another network. In today's digital age, eCommerce solutions offer the ideal customer experience. [Most U.S. consumers](https://www.raydiant.com/blog/state-of-consumer-behavior-2022/) prefer eCommerce shopping to in-store. This statistic isn't surprising. As a result, online retailers often outperform traditional malls and department stores. User-friendly, mobile-optimized pages make the best eCommerce marketplace solutions. A desirable eCommerce website is customizable and prioritizes your customers. [ECommerce services from IMS](https://www.ims-pos.com/e-commerce/) help Philadelphia businesses reap the benefits of professional IT development. ![ecommerce development online shopping ](https://7523164.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7523164/hubfs/2-Aug-24-2022-04-29-20-69-PM.png?width=870&name=2-Aug-24-2022-04-29-20-69-PM.png) ## Advantages of an eCommerce Website Take your business online to boost sales and reach. Flexible, affordable eCommerce solutions are scalable and easy to use. ### Added Customer Convenience - Customers can make purchases any time from anywhere - Visitors aren't bombarded by retail workers, which makes shopping less invasive - Cashiers, registers, and checkout lines are obsolete ### Low Startup Cost - Website startup costs are lower than construction and rent - Development budget has more flexibility - Website interfaces are simpler to customize than physical stores ### Detailed Consumer Insights - Marketers can more easily gain access to customer contact information - Insights into consumer behavior allow for more targeted campaigns - Build better relationships with clientele by learning more about their buying habits ### BONUS: Drives Organic Growth - eCommerce websites can convert visitors organically with blog posts - In-depth analytics allow for retargeting capabilities - Feature high-quality content like videos and photos ## How eCommerce Development Can Scale Brick-and-Mortar Businesses The advantages of eCommerce go beyond improved customer experience. Business owners also reap the benefits of online retail. Retailers need innovative digital solutions to scale a brick-and-mortar location successfully. Avoid store renovations and costly construction by utilizing modern eCommerce solutions. Online retail makes expanding product lines more manageable than ever. Managers are no longer concerned about space for supplies or holding inventory. Sharing messages with your audience becomes a seamless task with low advertising costs. Optimize your marketing budget with real-time data. ![optimize ecommerce solutions for business owners online](https://7523164.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7523164/hubfs/3-4.png?width=870&name=3-4.png) ## Scale Your Philadelphia-Area Business with Help from eCommerce Experts IMS helps businesses all over the Philadelphia Main Line scale their operations with eCommerce. Consider us your electronic transaction advisors. From IT management to [digital marketing services](https://www.ims-pos.com/services/digital-marketing/), our experts ensure a solid online presence. Effective eCommerce development allows any retailer to boost sales and grow organically. 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