The allure of a best-in-breed commerce experience is undeniable but the prospect of a full-scale replatforming project can be daunting. A recent Forrester study underscores this challenge, revealing that a significant 74% of businesses struggle with the limitations of monolithic commerce platforms. While replatforming promises a fresh start, the associated costs, extensive timelines, and potential […]
Imagine you’re browsing a giant virtual store for the perfect hiking boots. As you navigate the site, a friendly virtual assistant materializes, not with a robotic “Can I help you with something?”, but with a personalized greeting based on your recent searches and past purchases. This personalized touch, combined with real-time support, is the power […]
In 2024, the ecommerce landscape is evolving beyond the basics. Think thrifty deals, voice-activated assistants, eco-friendly choices, and vibrant communities. In this article, we’re delving into the untapped trends that will redefine online shopping. Here’s your insider’s guide to what’s ahead: Thrifty Shoppers on the Rise Value reigns supreme: Driven by economic factors, 70% of […]
We had the pleasure of interviewing Mark Friedman about the report he and Rick Watson of RMW Commerce Consulting put together, “Breaking Up is Hard To Do: The Journey of the Mid-Market Merchant.” Commissioned by Shopware, this report delves into the challenges faced by mid-market merchants. Here at ITG Commerce, our focus is on delivering […]
I read an interesting report today that was written by Mark Friedman and Rick Watson of RMW Commerce Consulting. It’s worth noting that this report was commissioned by Shopware and ITG is a Shopware Platinum Partner, but Mark & Rick are well known in our industry for their knowledge and opinions so don’t let that […]
Today we are announcing a new partnership with Commerce Layer. Here at ITG Commerce, we built our business over the past decade primarily as a Magento / Adobe Commerce implementation partner. That’s where we started from, and still represents the majority of our revenue today. In 2018, Adobe acquired Magento and took the Magento platform […]
Magento is renowned for its flexible web shop engines with a modern, robust, and well-designed PHP architecture that backend developers love. It excels at adding new features, modifying core functionality, creating APIs, and building integrations on the backend side. However, frontend technologies evolve more rapidly. New ideas, libraries, and tools appear and proliferate, rendering Magento’s […]
The Black Friday Cyber Monday (BFCM) shopping extravaganza has just concluded, and as an online retailer, it’s time to assess the results. Beyond the initial surge of traffic and sales, it’s essential to delve into the finer details of your site’s performance. One thing we know for sure is that this shopping holiday brings traffic, […]
The never ending discussion around “composable commerce” continues as businesses look ahead to optimize their spend to either evolve their digital commerce capability or completely re-platform possibly going “MACH” or “fully composable”. While some businesses can justify such revolutionary paths, it involves a significant investment of time, budget, and introduces risks. If you’ve read our […]
In the ever-evolving world of digital commerce, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Composable Commerce represents a natural progression for customers of Adobe Commerce and Magento, providing a means to advance your existing platform without incurring substantial risks. In this post, we’ll provide a high-level overview of Composable Commerce, its significance, its evolution, and […]
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, marketplaces have become the go-to destination for consumers seeking a wide range of products and services. With the rise of mobile usage, businesses are constantly looking for innovative ways to enhance user experiences and engage customers effectively. Enter Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), a revolutionary technology that combines the best of […]
As the holiday season approaches, ecommerce businesses are gearing up for what is the most hectic time of the year. For many, that entails weeks or even months of preparation to ensure that your systems are in order and that you have a clear understanding with your Managed Services Provider regarding responsibilities. But before you […]
Let’s face it, navigating the digital commerce landscape is challenging. Regardless of your brand’s ecommerce history, “digitally native,” hybrid or new to the digital commerce scene, the last thing you want is a negative partnership with the systems integrator (SI) guiding your brand’s market presence. In the world of digital commerce, just like in your […]
The holiday season approaches with all its joy and cheer, but let’s not forget that even the strongest partnerships can be tested during this peak time. These moments challenge us to distinguish between mere “smoke” and “fire,” pushing us to make difficult decisions about our future together. Make no mistake about it….it can be painful. […]
We’ve been giving a lot of thought to the topic of composable commerce here lately at ITG. As a business that has done over 100 Magento projects in the past 10 years, that often leaves us wondering about whether composability on Magento is a good idea or not. Adobe’s own rationale in acquiring Magento back […]