5 Reasons Your Company Needs a Business Website
Most companies have their own tried and true marketing methods that they stick with, and in today’s technology-driven world, it’s important that one of those marketing tactics includes a business website. Having a business website is beneficial to your business for many reasons, and the following are five reasons why your company should have one of your own.
1. You’ll reach your target audience.
According to research by Hubspot, 88% of US consumers over the age of 14 used the Internet to research products and services. This proves that consumers are now using the Internet more than ever before, and if you don’t have a website, your target audience will not find your company.
2. Your company will be available around the clock.
It’s likely that your company has business hours, but not all consumers will shop or research during your business hours. With a website, your audience will be able to research your company, products and services whenever they want—and your company doesn’t even have to be open. And if you have an ecommerce website, your audience can buy your products or services at any time too.
3. You can compete with your competitors.
If your competitors have websites and you don’t, you’re going to lose customers. With a business website, your company will be able to better compete with your competition. Not only can you keep your current customers, but your website may also help you steal some of your competitor’s customers.
4. It adds credibility.
Websites provide more information about your company, products and services, and it also makes you appear more credible to your consumers and audience. If a consumer hears your name but can’t find any information about you online, it may deter them from purchasing products or services from you.
5. You can expand.
Without a website, your marketing is limited to your local area. With a website, consumers across the globe can find your company, products and services make a purchase. If you want to expand your reach, a website is a necessity.
The use of websites as a marketing tool is vital to a company’s success. If you currently don’t have a website, you need to find room in your budget and create one. Your profits will thank you.
Sources:
http://blog.hubspot.com/blog/tabid/6307/bid/30495/25-Eye-Popping-Internet-Marketing-Statistics-for-2012.aspx
