What Do They Value Most?

Basic Expectations of Chinese Online Consumers

The following checklist is crucial when it comes to meeting the basic consumer needs and expectations in China:

Products—be it cheap or very high-end products—sold online should be cheaper than the ones sold in traditional retail stores.

A strong value proposition is very important if you do not want to end up competing solely on price.

Make sure you know your target customers and try your best to deliver unmatched value, quality, and service.

Payment methods offered to customers should be simple and fast. The required fields should typically be limited to contact, address, and payment details.

Same- or next-day delivery is expected in first-tier cities like Shanghai ...

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