Web hosting solutions provider Host Depot, which focuses on the SMB sector, has teamed up with Mercantec, a Chicago-based firm also focused on the SMB market in delivering e-commerce solutions, to offer several new e-commerce options. These offerings make it simple for any site to get started with e-commerce using Google Checkout which allows for online shoppers to have a single log-in and gives SMB e-commerce merchants a single integrated e-commerce solution to speed up check out times.

For new websites, Host Depot is offering several complete website solutions that include everything a business needs to get started selling online, including domain name, web hosting, multi-media, and more. As one of the first adopters of Google Checkout, all new and existing shared web hosting customers can utilize the E-Commerce Express solution at no additional charge.

Host Depot customers have several options regarding their e-commerce solutions. They can start quickly with E-Commerce Express and add "BUY" buttons to their existing websites or Host Depot and Mercantec can set up custom integration services for more advanced requirements.

"We are making it easy for any site to get started with e-commerce using Google Checkout. We're putting more in the box, adding value, and helping our customers to succeed in a crowded market," said Mark Erskine, President and CEO of Host Depot. This added value from their partnership with Mercantec is one more way in which Host Depot is leading the market.

"We're excited to be working with Host Depot because of their proven ability to deliver complete SMB solutions. This partnership is part of a larger strategic alliance and roadmap to bring more comprehensive and efficient solutions to the SMB," said Bill Tait, CEO of Mercantec.

Special incentives are being offered for a limited time. Host Depot will make E-Commerce Express solution with Google Checkout available to all new and existing shared web hosting customers at no additional charge.