Software republisher Phoenix Global Software has announced the introduction of Data Becker`s SuperSeller 2.0 for eBay software, which specifically addressing the needs of one of the highest growth markets in recent months - the eBay Auctioneer.
While Internet auction site eBay is a relative newcomer in SA, Phoenix CEO Simon Campbell-Young believes the enormous international success of the concept will extend to the local market. "More than just an auction site, eBay offers any budding entrepreneur in this country access to an international market of over 150 million users - it`s a potentially massive export market," he says.
"With bandwidth costs in this country coming down, as well as increased Internet penetration, it is inevitable that the world`s most popular auction site will have local appeal," he adds.
SuperSeller 2.0 for eBay is designed to help individuals and businesses needing a professional auction management tool to create and post high-quality, professional, eye-catching auctions to the eBay auction Web site. It also takes the hassle out of corresponding with auction winners by automating these and many more actions. SuperSeller 2.0 for eBay also saves money by hosting additional pictures for free.
There are two versions of the software available; SuperSeller 2.0 Pro for eBay has an additional 11 functions over SuperSeller 2.0 Standard for eBay, including invoice generation, an extra 30 design templates, order processing, form designer and automatic inventory management.
"This product has such appeal that it is being launched exclusively through the United Kingdom`s most popular retailer, PC World. As such, we anticipate it will create significant opportunities for our channel and retail clients as well as end-users eager to try their hand at a low-cost, potentially high volume Internet business using the eBay auction site," continues Campbell-Young.
Features at a glance:
* NEW: Choose from more than 200 professional and editable templates
* NEW: Supports eBay - picture service
* NEW: WYSIWYG offline preview of auctions
* NEW: Flash-animated photo-shows with amazing transition effects
* NEW: CSV Import/Export to ERP software
* Easy-to-use editor for creating auctions and templates that stand out from the crowd. No HTML-programming required
* Additional item pictures for free with ftp upload
* Amazing effects: Java-Scripts (mouse-pointer, rotating text, coloured scroll-bar etc.), free links, mini-navigations, flash import, sound etc
* eBay certified API interface for transferring auctions to the internet
* Automatically generates customisable auction winner notifications with total amount due and payment instructions
* eBay PowerSeller automatically tracks fees, profits and open items
Campbell-Young comments: "This software has proven to be a top seller in Germany, and we anticipate significant sales in the UK market. Millions of items are listed on the eBay Web site at any one time, and SuperSeller 2.0 for eBay provides a great way for businesses and individuals to improve the way in which they present, sell and administer items listed on the auction site."
He adds that, with over 150 million users worldwide, eBay offers South African businesses enormous sales opportunities. "Using eBay allows local organisations to tap into global markets at a very low cost; with SuperSeller 2.0 for eBay, entrepreneurs can generate sales with professionally handled auctions and potentially open a lucrative new revenue channel," he concludes.
System requirements:
* Pentium II 500 and Windows 98SE/Me/ with 64MB RAM, Windows NT4 (SP6)/2000/XP with 128MB RAM
* High colour 16-bit graphics card with 8MB RAM
* 1 024 x 768 resolution
* 170MB free hard disk space
* CD-ROM drive, Internet connection with POP-3 mail, free web space, valid eBay membership
eBay Superseller 2.0 retails for R299 inc VAT and is available from www.computrolley.co.za.
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Founded in October 1980, Data Becker has become one of the leading European publishers of software, magazines and other printed material specifically for the consumer marketplace. Over 2 800 products, including 970 software titles have been introduced aimed at providing consumers with innovative, well-designed, complete solutions with a high price-performance ratio.
Its products include books, magazines, PC accessories and computer software. Computer software titles cover printing, home design, computer security, finance, utilities, Internet and `rich media` (video/music/DVD authoring/TV entertainment). A global company, Data Becker is headquartered in Duesseldorf, Germany.
Phoenix Software
Phoenix Software is a software re-publishing business with offices in the UK, Australia and SA, and affiliate partnerships in South East Asia and the US. The company follows a software distribution model that allows for high quality products to reach consumers - both business and domestic users - at lower prices by locally reproducing and packaging software. This model allows for a streamlined supply chain that benefits every link - the distributor, the reseller and the end-user. Phoenix Software`s product range includes titles from vendors including Jasc Software, Ulead Systems, Data Becker, Acronis, Webroot, Namo Webeditor, Pubcompany/Axelab, Software Imaging, Ahead Software, Manaccom and Data Prompt Technologies.
For more information about Phoenix Software and its range of titles, please go to www.phoenixsoftware.co.za or call Simon Campbell-Young on 021 409 7994 or cell 083 300 3377
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