'Core' service offers AI-powered design suggestions, order and delivery management, and more at no cost
A new service that handles everything from online store setup and product sales to day-to-day operations — all free of charge — is drawing attention from aspiring e-commerce entrepreneurs.
MakeShop, a branded store-building solution operated by Connectwave, announced Tuesday the launch of its "Core" service.
Core offers an AI-powered design and copywriting suggestion feature during the store-building phase, proposing layouts and product descriptions tailored to a brand's image. The service also supports responsive web design, allowing users to build stores optimized for both PC and mobile environments without any coding knowledge.
During the sales process, merchants can use the order and delivery management feature, which streamlines shipping tasks from courier integration to invoice tracking. The service also handles customer support and advertising operations on behalf of sellers. In addition, an optional AI-powered product detail page creation feature is available for those who need it, MakeShop said.
Core also includes tools to track store performance. It automatically generates monthly research notes analyzing sales figures and order status, helping sellers conduct regular reviews of their operations and plan their strategies, the company added.
Launching an online store typically requires juggling a wide range of tasks — from design and content creation to order and delivery management and customer service. For side-jobbers with limited time, prospective entrepreneurs, and small-scale sellers lacking experience or dedicated staff, these demands can pose a significant burden.
"We have packed in the core features needed to run an online business and are offering them for free," MakeShop said. "Sellers can easily manage their stores not only on PC but also through a mobile app."
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