Migrate from VTEX to Shopify Plus
Looking for a more agile, scalable and supported commerce platform? Consider switching from VTEX to Shopify, with Swanky’s team of experts guiding your migration.
Migrate from VTEX to Shopify Plus
REASONS TO MIGRATE
Why migrate from VTEX to Shopify Plus?
VTEX’s microservices architecture promises enterprise retailers advanced flexibility to build tailored digital commerce experiences, whilst minimising complexity and platform maintenance.
However, common issues with this SaaS solution include slow product evolution, poor integration with external tools, and inadequate user support. These concerns are driving an increasing number of VTEX users to seek an alternative commerce platform.
A compelling option for many of these users is Shopify. A versatile, reliable and hugely scalable commerce solution for ambitious retailers of varying size and complexity, Shopify’s distinguished value proposition includes benefits such as:
- Best-in-class app ecosystem – Shopify’s expansive network of third-party apps and integrations is unique in the market. Each app undergoes a rigorous review process prior to its release.
- Rich product & feature roadmap – With over 100 product updates released every six months, Shopify’s pace of innovation is another USP that should prove particularly appealing for VTEX users.
- Platform extensibility – Retailers can seamlessly customise their Shopify stack with tools that are proven to drive conversion and nurture powerful customer connections. For ultimately flexibility, you can create your store through Shopify’s powerful headless API layer.
- Highest-converting checkout – Shopify boasts the world’s highest-converting, customisable, one-click checkout: Shop Pay.
- Expert support – With a dedicated helpdesk resource, expansive community network of brands and partners, and huge range of online courses, Shopify users have access to various forms of 24/7 support.
- Reduced cost of ownership – Migrating to Shopify typically results in a significant reduction in costs, alongside an uplift in performance and unlocking of resources.
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HOW IT WORKS
What does a Shopify migration look like?
Replatforming from VTEX to Shopify could unlock considerable growth for your brand, as well as significant savings. But what does the migration process itself involve? Here’s an idea of the general stages you can expect when migrating to Shopify with Swanky:
Discovery
We kickstart the process with a thorough discovery phase. This involves analysing the performance of your current online store, assessing the suitability of your tech stack, and considering any requirements for global selling. We’ll use our findings to make a series of recommendations in line with your goals.
Page template design
This is where our in-house design team transforms ‘look and feel’ concepts into page template designs. We’ll combine our learnings from discovery with our knowledge of UX trends and consumer preferences to create next-level designs that are perfectly tailored to your audience.
Shopify integrations
We can connect your new Shopify store with third-party business systems like ERPs, CRMs and OMSs – helping to streamline processes across your business, improve data flow, and enable sustainable scalability.
Product data import
Your dedicated Project Manager will lead on the export of your product data from VTEX and import into Shopify. After completing a huge number of migrations, we are well-versed in navigating any data challenges that present themselves in this stage.
Development
Your new Shopify store will be developed to ensure a slick experience for consumers. We’ll also complete any bespoke development that was outlined in the project scope.
Order & customer data import
During this stage, we export your order and customer data from VTEX. This will then be configured for Shopify and imported into your new platform.
Testing & QA
Prior to launch, your website will be thoroughly tested by our QA team. There’ll also be some user acceptance testing for your team to complete.
Training on Shopify
We can provide training on the core functionality of Shopify, helping your ecommerce team to grasp the basics ready for your ‘go live’ date.
MIGRATION SUCCESS STORIES
Shopify migration case studies
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LATEST MIGRATION ARTICLES
Learn more about migrating to Shopify on our blog
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Discuss your VTEX to Shopify migration with us
Looking to replatform from VTEX to Shopify? Contact our solutions team to find out how we can help ensure a successful migration.
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