3 Critical eCommerce Requirements for Aerospace and Military Businesses

While it may seem eCommerce has evolved to widget status and a one-size-fits-all approach, there are several important requirements for aerospace and military businesses that are unique and integral to translating your sales strategy to an online tool.

1. Meets Traceability Standards

Your customer will want to see industry standards translated to your online marketplace. This means providing a clear path to receipt of required documentation and maintaining lot traceability for parts included in the transaction.

2. Allows for Contract Pricing and Fulfillment

One area where eCommerce distinctly impacts a business’s bottom line is in creating efficiencies in the sales process. As a distributor, allowing your LTA (long-term agreement) customers access to an eCommerce platform reduces man hours and transaction costs, while delivering a high level of customer service, accommodating orders at their convenience at the click of a button.

3. Offers Live Inventory ERP Integration

eCommerce provides buyers instant access to researching parts and placing orders, making it critical to ensure your inventory – across all of your locations – is managed in real-time to appropriately reflect availability. Notifications on inventory changes, triggers on limited quantities or purchases that deplete a specific part from your inventory should all be integrated into your eCommerce platform to ensure you continue to deliver on your customers’ needs and expectations.