•Training on ; E-
commerce using
Alibaba Platform
Coach : Abdullahi Ali
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E-COMMERCE TRANINING
• We’ll Cover Two Section
• Section A:
❑Definition Of E- commerce
❑Evolution of E-commerce
❑ Types of E- commerce
❑Benefits of E-Commerce
❑Conclusion
E-COMMERCE TRANINING
• Section B;
❑What do I need before entering e-commerce?
❑How to Set Up Alibaba, platform ?
❑How to Create an Account?
❑How to Find the accurate Supplier?
E-commerce ?
• E-commerce, or electronic
commerce, is defined as the
buying and selling of goods
and services over the
internet.
It encompasses a variety of
online business activities.
Evaluation of E-Commerce
•Transformation: E-commerce like Amazon and eBay,
has revolutionized business introduction of secure
operations and consumer transactions.
shopping habits. •2000s: Growth of mobile
❑Key Milestones: commerce and social media
•1960s-1970s: Birth of integration.
electronic data interchange and •2020-Present: Pandemic-
ARPANET. driven surge in online shopping
•1990s: Rise of major platforms and technology advancements
Types of E- commerce
•Example: Alibaba, wholesale
•B2C (Business to Consumer): suppliers.
•Businesses sell products or
services directly to consumers.
•Example: Amazon, retail
websites.
•B2B (Business to Business):
•Transactions between
businesses, typically involving
wholesale or bulk products.
Types of E-commerce
•C2C (Consumer to services to businesses, often in
Consumer): freelance or consultancy roles.
•Consumers sell directly to other •Example: Fiverr, Upwork.
consumers, often through online
marketplaces.
•Example: eBay, Facebook
Marketplace.
•C2B (Consumer to Business):
•Individuals offer products or
Types of e-commerce
Benefits of E-commerce
•Personalized Customer
•Convenience and Broad Experience: Technology and data
Accessibility: Online stores are collection allow businesses to offer
available 24/7, reaching global tailored services and personalized
customers without restrictions. recommendations.
•Reduced Costs: Lower •Quick and Simple Purchases:
expenses from fewer physical Transactions can be completed in
stores and simplified inventory minutes with various payment
management decrease overall options and easy return policies.
business costs.
Benefits of E-commerce
,customers.
•Quick and Simple Purchases: •Fast Growth and Expansion:
Transactions can be completed Online businesses can quickly
in minutes with various payment add new products and expand
• options and easy return into new markets without high
policies. costs
•Targeted Marketing and
Advertising: Digital tools like
SEO and Media marketing
increase reach to new
Conclusion
• E-commerce has revolutionized profound and set to expand
shopping by offering global reach, further.
convenience, and cost efficiency
for businesses and consumers
alike. It allows 24/7 access to a
vast range of products with
personalized experiences. Despite
challenges like cybersecurity, e-
commerce continues to drive
growth and innovation. Its impact
on the digital economy is
Section B
• Section B;
❑What do I need before entering e-commerce?
❑How to Set Up Alibaba, platform ?
❑Terminologies of E-commerce, using Alibaba
❑How to Create an Account?
❑How to Find the accurate Supplier?
What do I need before entering e-commerce?
• 1. Business Idea and Market Research
• Identify Your Niche: Choose a specific product or service to sell. A clear
niche helps you stand out from competitors.
• Research the Market: Understand your target audience, competitors, and
market demand. Tools like Google Trends and SEMrush can help with this.
• 2. Business Plan
• Define Your Business Model: Decide if you want to run a drop shipping
store, sell handmade items, offer a service, or work with a manufacturer.
• Set Goals and Budgets: Outline your startup costs, ongoing expenses, and
projected revenue
Cont.…
• E-commerce Platform
• Choose a Platform: Popular
platforms like Shopify,
WooCommerce, or Etsy make it
easy to set up an online store
• Domain and Hosting: Purchase a
domain name and set up hosting
if your platform requires it (e.g.,
for WooCommerce).
Cont.…
Payment Gateway and Shipping
• Integrate Payment Gateways:
Use platforms like PayPal, Stripe,
or others to process payments.
Terminologies of E-commerce using Alibaba
• Some common terminologies used order at least 100 pieces.
on Alibaba, a popular e-commerce
platform for wholesale trade:
• 1. MOQ (Minimum Order
Quantity)
• The minimum quantity of a
product that a supplier is willing to
sell in one order. For example, an
MOQ of 100 units means you must
Cont.…
• ODM (Original Design
Manufacturer)
ODM products are designed by the
supplier and are available for
rebranding. Unlike OEM, you don’t
change the design, but you can add
your brand name
Cont.…
• Trade Assurance
A free service provided by Alibaba that
protects your order if it’s not shipped on
time or if the quality does not meet the
agreed standards. This service offers a
money-back guarantee.
Cont..
• Bulk Order
A larger volume purchase, usually
with discounted pricing, which is
often preferred by suppliers and may
be required to meet the MOQ
Cont.…
• Sample Order
A small order placed to evaluate
the quality, size, or other
specifications of a product before
placing a large order. Many
suppliers on Alibaba offer sample
orders, often at a higher price.
And E.T.C.
