According to Visit Britain, around 80% of England’s Bed and Breakfasts have some form of online presence, a recent UK Independent article notes. Those B&Bs are on the right track, since 77% of travelers are expected to use the Web to plan their trips, and 62% are expected to book their accommodations online!)

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A recent Power Review Survey of retailers and merchants shows that 59% of respondents cited ‘customer experience’ as the most important factor in adding reviews to their site. 

Moreover, 79% of those surveyed said their “Products” page is an effective place to show customer testimonials and reviews. 

Finally, many of the merchants surveyed said they found that reviews answered questions that would otherwise be directed to customer service. 

Your prospects have the opportunity to create a site with a products page featuring testimonials! Doing so will improve their customers’ experience and cut back on the time and effort they invest in customer service! It’s just another example of what a Web site can do for their business!

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A new report by Verdict Research concludes that online spending increased 35% last year, despite slowing global economic conditions. That growth rate is nearly ten times higher than the total UK retail market!

Verdict's Malcom Pinkerton said convenience was a main reason for the Internet's continuing success, and that the Web's success is expected to continue despite the economic slowdown.
Your prospects' investment in a Web presence is a small price to pay for the peace of mind that comes with knowing their business will weather the economic storm!

Gas prices are starting to affect consumer shopping habits, and convenience will become a progressively more important asset for successful businesses. A solid Web solution is the key, and you’re able to provide that!

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According to eMarketer, a recent survey by iCongo and Harris Interactive shows that 33% of surveyed US adult Internet users are more likely to shop online because of high gasoline prices. 

Online shopping offers convenience that brick-and-mortar stores just don’t have. And while gas prices continue to climb—particularly during the upcoming summer months—more and more consumers are expected to use the Internet for their retail needs or to look up information about businesses!