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There’s a lot of work that goes into a WordPress ecommerce website. Your ecommerce theme has been selected, your WooCommerce settings have been configured, and your products have been uploaded. Now your ecommerce site is ready for shoppers to browse and–even more importantly–buy.
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But the work doesn’t end here. WordPress management is an important component of owning an ecommerce site.
Five things you need to know about WordPress ecommerce website management
#1. It’s a lot of work
WordPress management is not an area where you can skimp or cut corners. There are several aspects of your site that need management. And some of these management tasks need to be done as often as every day.
Basic website management includes things like:
- Backups
- Security updates
- Plugin or theme updates
- Content changes or updates
- Design changes or updates
- SEO optimization
- User management
For a larger website, you’ll also want to incorporate advanced security and support — which is something we offer as part of our website management packages.
#2. It’s incredibly important
WordPress management is a series of tasks you should perform on a regular basis. From making sure your site is protected from security breaches, to updating old content, to checking for spam, there’s a lot that goes into maintaining your site.
Management is important for several reasons. It keeps your site safe and secure. WordPress sites are vulnerable to hackers — WordPress accounted for 90% of all hacked CMS sites in 2018. This is why you should be backing up your site; scanning for security issues; and updating your software, themes, and plugins.
If you don’t do regular management, your website could be hacked. It also may not provide a good user experience — meaning customers might not stay on your site. 25% of online shoppers will leave a page that doesn’t load within 4-6 seconds.
Bottom line: WordPress website management is essential for the health of both your website and your business.
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“I’ve been working with SheDevsIT for about six years now. I originally came across their services while looking for someone to train my staff and I to manage our website independently. Emily worked with us and was able to get us successfully trained – to the point that we were easily able to manage the website on our own (with the occasional question emailed to Emily or one of her friendly team members). As the business grew, the time we were able to personally dedicate to management of the website became limited. Emily and her team were there to take over and manage all aspects of the website at that point. They’ve done so ever since and we couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. I always trust that the website is in very good hands. The results have been consistent. Emily and her staff are accessible, knowledgeable, friendly and highly responsive. Year after year, they’ve continued to exceed our expectations. I highly recommend their services.”
#3. You’ll need to continue long term
Website management is not a one-and-done scenario. Even if you’ve completed training, there’s still more to do. And it’s important to understand you can’t outsource 100% of your website’s management.
As an online store owner, you need to be equipped to maintain your store even if you’ve hired someone else to do regular management. There are simply too many day-to-day management tasks that require you to be hands-on with WordPress.
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#4. It’s smart to outsource
Website ecommerce management is incredibly important. But it can also be a drain on your time and resources. That’s why it is often a good idea to outsource this management.
Our team at SheDevsIT has been helping people with website management since 2012. We offer multiple website management packages that include everything your site needs to stay healthy (and keep your customers happy).
- Basic Website Management / $299 per month billed monthly
- Premium Website Management / $599 per month billed monthly
- Custom Website Management / Pricing varies
Basic Website Management Package
Great for companies that need standard monthly maintenance with basic content updates.
Monthly Subscription
$299/mo
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- Backups, security updates, and basic content changes
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- Preferred pricing for larger projects
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- We respond to your communication within 24 hours.
- Direct access to your Website Manager
Premium Website Management Package
Ideal for larger websites that need more attention each month.
Monthly Subscription plans starting at
$599/mo
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- Advanced security and support for websites using e-commerce, membership portals, multi-site, event calendars, and other types of websites requiring more attention.
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- Preferred pricing for larger projects
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- We respond to your communication within 24 hours.
- Direct access to your Website Manager
With all ecommerce management plans, you receive direct access to your website manager and responses to communication within 24 hours.
#5. …or get training
Another option is to go through training so you can learn the best practices needed to maintain your site. WordPress training for ecommerce can make a big difference. A lot of online store owners flounder because they spend too much time trying to figure out basic ecommerce tasks. WordPress training with Emily Journey can make a big difference in confidence and time savings.
Our WordPress training experts are available to meet with you virtually or in-person. We will customize our training to you or your staff’s needs and goals, creating an interactive, hands-on experience to help you learn the basics of WordPress website management.
WordPress Ecommerce Website Management
Yes, WordPress websites need management. You need to maintain your WordPress site to keep it safe from hackers and to ensure you’re providing a good user experience. While some management tasks only need to be done a few times a year, others should be completed every day.
Website management costs varies based upon how sophisticated your website is, as well as the frequency and volume of changes you need. If you work with SheDevsIT, you can rely on your website manager to be responsive and professional. Our team will happily advise you on best practices and creative solutions.
- Basic Website Management / $199 per month billed monthly
- Premium Website Management / $450 per month billed monthly
- Custom Website Management / Pricing varies
Ecommerce management is a series of regular tasks designed to keep your website running smoothly. Management addresses any gaps in security, provides fresh content to help your SEO ranking, ensures forms are working correctly, and more.
Maintain your WordPress ecommerce website
Running a WordPress ecommerce website is a big job. You need to make sure you’re doing it right.
Interested in WordPress eCommerce website management packages to help you keep your site healthy? Check out our offerings here.