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Another online shop that has an extensive database of products. The focus here is on ease-of-use in conjunction with the printed catalog.
This site has a high user base with trade professionals so priority was given to searchable product codes, intuitive navigation and a fast ordering process. Easy navigation has been enhanced through threaded categories and a smart search with google-like spell-check and alternate search term suggestions.
Van Dyke’s is a subsidiary of Cabela’s
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Visit The Site: Van Dyke’s Taxidermy
Other Work For This Client: Van Dyke’s Restorers
A subsidiary of Cabela’s. This site has thousands of products in over 100 categories — all maintained through an easy to use web-based administration.
Easy navigation has been enhanced through threaded categories and a smart search with google-like spell-check and alternate search term suggestions.
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Visit The Site: Van Dyke’s Restorers
Further Reading: Case Study
Other Work For This Client: Van Dyke’s Taxidermy
Mmmm, grilled Wisconsin cheddar and savory sausage; this site uses many of the standard features of Netconcepts ecommerce solution.
Paoli caters to the most discerning of cheese connoisseurs, with its selection of gourmet cheese and sausage ideas.
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Visit The Site: Paoli Cheese Cottage
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