| What does Nexternal Solutions provide? |
| | Nexternal Solutions provides web-based ecommerce software to businesses serious about online sales. Nexternal is an Application Service Provider (ASP) meaning that the software developed by Nexternal is also hosted, managed, and maintained on its secure servers. Merchants using Nexternal's software need only a web browser to access the software. |
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| Will my customers' transactions be secure? |
| | Yes. Security is paramount at Nexternal Solutions. Nexternal uses the latest in Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology during the entire order process and within the Order Management System. For additional security, all credit cards are encrypted within the database itself. Nexternal also uses a third party security auditing company, Scan Alert, which scans the Nexternal network daily looking for vulnerabilities. |
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| How long will it take me to set up my store? |
| | Some companies will sign up for Nexternal's services in the morning and receive their first online order that very same day. Depending on the size and complexity of your product line, setup time can last anywhere from one day to a couple of weeks. |
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| How do customers reach my online store? |
| | Nexternal's software is meant to act as an extension of the merchant's web site. Nexternal clients simply create a link from their homepage to their online store. Merchants may also choose to create direct links to specific categories and products within the online store. To see an example, visit the sample online golf retailer at www.firstfairway.com. |
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| Will the Nexternal's software work with my current web site? |
| | Absolutely. Nexternal's storefront can be endlessly customized to mesh with the look and feel of any preexisting web site. For a first-hand look at Nexternal's vast aesthetic versatility, feel free to visit our Featured Clients page. You'll notice that the store will blend perfectly with any web site (including Flash sites) as well as accommodate to even the most complex product line. |
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| If I plan to sell thousands of products, will I have to add each product individually? |
| | No. Nexternal Solutions' product import feature will allow you add your entire product line as well as your entire customer database to the online store by importing a populated Microsoft Excel spreadsheet. |
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| Is there a limit to the number of products I can sell with Nexternal's e-commerce software? |
| | No. There is absolutely no limit to your store size. Nexternal does not charge additional fees for merchants that sell a large number of products. |
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| Will my catalog pages be indexed by search engines? |
| | Nexternal Solutions' software comes equipped with a Search Engine Friendly Catalog. The pages created by the catalog builder are designed to be attractive to the search engines. Although the dynamically created shopping cart pages can be indexed by many of the major search engines, Nexternal recommends using the static pages for optimum search engine placement. |
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| If I am using the UPS Shipping Tool to create labels, can I print to my UPS issued Eltron printer? |
| | Yes, when creating UPS labels, you have the option to print to an inkjet, laser jet, or UPS Eltron printer. If you are using the FedEx Shipping Tools, you can also print to a thermal printer. |
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| Will Nexternal's software work on a Mac? |
| | Yes, Nexternal Solutions' software works on all platforms that run Internet Explorer Netscape web browsers (versions 4.0 and higher). It also works with the AOL web browser, Safari, and Firefox. |
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| Can I export data from Nexternal's software so that it can be used with other applications? |
| | Yes, Nexternal Solution's e-commerce software will export transaction and sales data into 4 different file types; QuickBooks®, MYOB, MS Excel, or MS Access for an easy data import into your legacy system. Product, inventory, and customer information can also be imported via MS Excel files. Customer information can also be updated or created using web forms. |
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| How do I process credit cards? |
| | There are two credit card processing options. You might choose to process your orders through traditional means using an existing merchant terminal or take advantage of Nexternal's unique one-click online credit card processing technology. To take advantage of the later, you must establish an account with a payment gateway such as VeriSign, Authorize.net, or Paymentech. If you have an account with such a gateway, you have the option to allow orders to be authorized at the time of the order is placed. |
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| Is Nexternal's software integrated with the UPS Online Tools? Can I create UPS Shipping Labels directly from the web? |
| | Yes. Nexternal has integrated 4 different components of the UPS Online Tools including Tracking, Address Validation, Rates and Service Selection, and Shipping. The Rates and Service Selection tool displays real time rates directly from the UPS database. The UPS Shipping tool allow merchants to create and print labels directly from their web sites saving merchants from the hassle of keying order data into the UPS World Ship software. |
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| I see that you have full integration with the UPS Online Tools, FedEx Ship Manager Direct, and USPS Web Tools, but what if I ship via other carriers such as DHL or independent trucking companies? |
| | Though Nexternal's software has the most extensive integration with UPS, FedEx, and USPS you can still use the software and ship via other carriers. Rather than pulling real time rates from other carriers, you will be able to choose from one of ten different shipping cost calculators to estimate shipping costs for your customers. |
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| Can I specify which states and countries I will and will not ship to? |
| | Yes. Merchants can specify which states they will and will not ship to. Additionally, merchants can designate certain products as having shipping restrictions. |
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| Do I have to pay for customer service? |
| | No. Nexternal provides toll-free tech support for all of its clients at no cost. Better than that, each client get his or her own dedicated Account Manager. It is in Nexternal's best interest to see its clients succeed and Nexternal is there for you every step of the way! |
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| Why should I use Nexternal's e-commerce software? |
| | Nexternal Solution's software is designed to maximize your profit. By helping to increase revenue and decrease your costs, you will yield the most amount of money in your pocket at the end of the day with Nexternal's e-commerce software. Online revenue is a function of unique visitors and conversion rate. Nexternal's software provides you with the tools to increase both. Features exist in both the front and back end of the software that help drive traffic to your shopping cart. The store front itself is designed one hundred percent around usability which maximizes your conversion rate. How does it decrease costs? Nexternal provides tools that streamline the fulfillment process. Additionally, the software offers robust reporting, providing you with the information that you need to make better business decisions. Still not convinced? View Nexternal's online demo www.firstfairway.com. If you are serious about online sales, then you should seriously consider Nexternal's software. |
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| How much does Nexternal's e-commerce software cost? Can I buy it outright? |
| | Nexternal charges a one time setup fee of $1000 which includes a completely synchronized online store. After that, Nexternal works off of a completely "pay as you succeed" pricing structure that not only guarantee's your profitability, but invests its success in yours. For details, visit our Pricing page. Nexternal's software is not available for outright purchase. |
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| How do I get started? |
| | Simply go to our Sign Up page and fill out the form provided. Your store(s) and Order Management System will be created instantly. The process takes less than five minutes. |