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One-Button Sales Apps

Snel's Peer-to-Peer Shopping Network Uses Facebook to Sell Textbooks

— March 24, 2016 — Tech
There are dozens of ways to sell a textbook, but Snel's solution takes the form of a peer-to-peer shopping network that operates via social media.

Snel describes that "To open up a book store all you have to do is Log in with Facebook." At this stage, it's as simple as scanning an item's barcode so that the app can get to work retrieving information on the cover, author, ISBN and more. Other than scanning a book's barcode, the only thing left for a Snel user to do is decide on a price.

Offers will come in via a feature called 'SnelChat' and once an agreement has been made, it becomes official with a 'SnelShake.' This causes the listing to be deleted, automatically informing other interested users that the textbook is no longer available. In comparison to traditional channels for selling textbooks, this P2P network takes out a lot of the grunt work, which is highly appealing to young students who want instant gratification and money in their pockets.
Trend Themes
1. Social Sales Apps - Opportunity exists for businesses to create peer-to-peer shopping networks that operate via social media, making it easy for users to sell their products.
2. One-button Selling - Simplified selling options, such as scanning a product's barcode and setting a price, are appealing to consumers who want instant gratification and a hassle-free experience.
3. Instant Offer and Agreement - Features like 'SnelChat' and 'SnelShake' enable users to receive offers and quickly finalize agreements, increasing convenience and efficiency in the selling process.
Industry Implications
1. E-commerce - E-commerce businesses can create one-stop-shop apps that offer simplified selling options to increase customer satisfaction and retention.
2. Social Media - Social media platforms can expand their offerings by integrating peer-to-peer shopping networks to facilitate buying and selling among users.
3. Education - Education-related businesses can benefit from simplified selling options for textbooks and other study materials to cater to student demands for instant gratification and efficiency.
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