Technical implementation of commerce platforms

Headless, API-first, scalable: commerce technology that doesn't hold you back.

You want to sell, not struggle. But that is exactly what happens when your commerce platform reaches its limits: checkout abandonmentbecause load times are skyrocketing. Marketplace listingsthat are maintained manually because the interface is missing. An ERPthat doesn't communicate with the shop in real time, and a PIMthat displays product data differently across three systems. The reality in many companies: legacy system landscapes that were never designed for today's volume. Media discontinuities between frontend and backend. Custom workaroundsthat no one can keep track of anymore. And right in the middle is your team, wanting to roll out new features faster than the architecture allows. Whether you are modernizing an existing shop or building a new platform from scratch: without a modular, API-based architecture , every step remains an uphill battle.

Duration
Depending on scope
Format
Project
Target audience
CTO, CDO, IT, E-commerce Manager

Solution Approach

Your commerce platform needs to be as flexible as your business model. That is exactly what we deliver: a tailor-made, modular commerce infrastructurethat integrates seamlessly into your existing system landscape and grows with your requirements. We implement e-commerce systems, build interfaces for ERP, CRM, PIM, payment, and shipping, connect external marketplaces such as Amazon, Zalando, or eBay, and orchestrate the interaction between all components. Implementation is technology-agnostic and individually tailored to your needs, using leading platforms such as Shopify, Commercetools, or Emporix, consistently API-first and headless-ready.

Benefits

  • Faster time-to-market: Integrate new features, channels, and marketplaces in weeks instead of months
  • Seamless customer experience: All systems speak the same language, from the product catalog to the delivery confirmation
  • Scalability without compromise: Your architecture grows with you, whether you handle 1,000 or 100,000 orders per day
  • Independence: Headless and API-first means you are never locked into a single vendor
  • Lower operating costs: Modular design eliminates redundancies, manual workarounds, and technical debt

Approach

  1. Scoping & requirements analysis: Together, we define goals, scope, and priorities. We capture functional, technical, and process requirements and align them with your architectural guidelines.
  2. Technical solution design: We design the target architecture, select technologies, and define interfaces, data flows, and integration scenarios.
  3. Backend and frontend development: Microservices, APIs, middleware, and modern storefront solutions are built in agile sprints, in close coordination with your team.
  4. System integration: ERP, PIM, OMS, payment, CMS, and analytics are connected via standardized or custom APIs—cleanly and testably.
  5. Marketplace integration: We integrate Amazon, eBay, Zalando, or industry-specific platforms using standard connectors or custom interfaces.
  6. Quality assurance & testing: Automated tests ensure functionality, performance, and stability before anything goes live.
  7. Go-live & DevOps: CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and guided deployment ensure a smooth launch.

Deliverables

  • Technical architecture and solution concept as a documented decision-making basis for your commerce platform
  • Implemented backend and frontend components based on MACH and API-first principles, production-ready and extensible
  • Functional integrations with ERP, CRM, PIM, payment, shipping, and other third-party systems
  • Live marketplace connections (standard or custom), ready for order processing
  • Full commerce functionality from product logic and checkout to promotions and customer data management
  • Automated test suite and quality assurance protocols for long-term stability
  • Operational, scalable commerce solution including CI/CD setup and go-live support

Speak with our experts!

Let’s work together to identify where the greatest potential lies and which measures will deliver the greatest added value for you.

Marcel Effinger
Lead Software Engineer & Architect
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have questions? We have the answers.

Which commerce platform is right for us?

That depends on your business model, your system landscape, and your growth goals. Shopify is ideal for fast, straightforward setups. Commercetools and Emporix excel when it comes to complex, custom requirements and enterprise scenarios. We provide technology-agnostic advice and recommend what fits your specific needs.

Can we modernize our existing platform step by step?

Yes. You don't have to replace everything at once. With a headless approach, individual components—such as the frontend or checkout logic—can be replaced gradually while the rest of the system continues to run stably.

How long does it take to connect to an external marketplace?

A standard connection (e.g., Amazon or Zalando via established connectors) can be live in 2–4 weeks. Custom integrations involving complex product logic or specific fulfillment requirements will naturally take longer.

What happens after go-live?

We won't leave you on your own. After launch, we provide support with monitoring, performance optimization, and the ongoing development of your platform. If desired, we can also take over day-to-day operations or train your team.

Do we need our own development team?

Not necessarily. We can handle the implementation entirely or augment your existing team. In the long term, we recommend building internal expertise so you can continue to develop independently.