ShopeeUSAOfficialWebsiteWhat is cross-border e-commerce?

ShopeeUSAOfficialWebsite Cross-border e-commerce is simply a business model that sells goods or services across borders to consumers in other countries or regions through the Internet. It covers a variety of forms such as B2B (business to business), B2C (business to consumer) and C2C (consumer to consumer). In short, cross-border e-commerce is a way for companies to sell products globally through e-commerce platforms without opening overseas physical stores. It is a great way to test your business expansion potential before investing in overseas physical stores.

Here is a comparison between local e-commerce and cross-border e-commerce:

Factors to consider

Local e-commerce

Cross-border e-commerce

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Local market

Multiple national markets

Cultural factors

It is easier to sell products to local people when you are familiar with the local market language, market dynamics and consumer preferences.

It is necessary to improve your understanding of different market cultures to attract local market consumers.

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Implementation considerations

The supply chain is simpler and there are fewer regulations and financial requirements.

Operation may become more difficult in the face of foreign exchange, language and cultural differences.