E-Commerce Platform Migration
Following the implementation outlined in Case 1, continuous improvements revealed several new pain points. These were thoroughly analysed alongside licensing costs and impacted business areas, prompting the need for an eCommerce platform benchmark to determine the platform’s future direction.
Project Implementation
Previously, Lipo’s SAP Commerce implementation relied on a file-based integration with their ERP system, where product data, stock updates, and order information were exchanged through CSV files. With the migration to Shopware 6, a middleware server provided by the German company SHD was introduced. This middleware enabled seamless REST integration for product management, stock updates, and order processing between Shopware 6 and Lipo’s ERP system.
Improved Conversion Rates
This streamlines the update process, allowing for quicker iterations and reducing downtime. Additionally, it empowers non-technical teams to make updates directly, freeing up development resources for more strategic initiatives.
Robust Infrastructure
This scalable architecture allows for dynamic resource allocation, automatically adjusting to changing demand and preventing performance bottlenecks. Additionally, the redundant infrastructure and disaster recovery protocols provide a high level of resilience against potential disruptions.
Improved CMS capabilities
This streamlines the update process, allowing for quicker iterations and reducing downtime. Additionally, it empowers non-technical teams to make updates directly, freeing up development resources for more strategic initiatives.
Implementation of middleware
The process reduces manual intervention and errors, improving efficiency and accuracy. Additionally, the middleware acts as a centralized hub, ensuring data consistency and facilitating integration with other systems.
Outstanding Results
Allquanto managed the entire eCommerce landscape, hosting it on AWS cloud infrastructure. The migration to Shopware 6 brought several key improvements and benefits, enhancing Lipo’s digital capabilities
Enhanced Performance
This approach allows for independent scaling of the frontend and backend, ensuring optimal performance and responsiveness even under heavy traffic. Additionally, it enables the use of different frontend technologies and frameworks, providing greater flexibility and customization options.
22% Cost Reduction
The cost reduction is attributed to the elimination of redundant infrastructure, optimized resource utilization, and the consolidation of IT operations. Additionally, the platform’s scalability and flexibility allow for more efficient allocation of resources, further contributing to cost savings.
Eliminated Licencing Cost
The transition to an open-source alternative eliminates the need for expensive licensing fees. Additionally, open-source solutions often offer greater flexibility and customization options, allowing for more tailored implementations.
