The rules on Ahwooga.com will mirror those of a simpler time.

Ahwooga members will have the freedom to promote their items and share with potential buyers their terms, including payment methods they will accept. We also want to promote buyer and seller communication; sometimes a purchase needs more than a couple of e-mails. There is a point where a phone call can really help out both the buyer and seller. We still can't believe sites that allow major purchases to happen without communication. This would prevent scammers from hiding behind their computers. We also believe larger ticket item would be purchased with more confidence due to this open communication.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

We have had some successes this week

The two main items were the installation of the SSL and the feed to Google shopping.
The SSL gave us some problems with the Youtube video we have in the banner, but that was an easy fix by creating a second banner in the secure areas of the site.

The Google shopping was a bit more difficult and the API call was touchy to say the least. But good things come to those who wait, I guess. Now every item uploaded to the site is auto fed and published to the shopping index.

We have more local appointments today to have customers start uploading and we are two weeks away from having our help center done. With the completion of the help center, we can unlock the site and start taking registrations.
All very exciting.
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