E-commerce platform deployment: A top priority for 2025

Explore the benefit for businesses using fully integrated e-commerce platforms. Integrate advanced tax management solutions to streamlines compliance, simplify reporting, and improve operational efficiency across your e-commerce platform deployment. 

Consumer expectations are high, and the competition is fierce 

Most businesses are under immense pressure to adapt and innovate, but this pressure is particularly acute in the world of e-commerce. Online retailers constantly seek ways to improve their businesses and stay ahead of the competition. The COVID-19 pandemic played a significant role in accelerating the adoption of e-commerce solutions. More recently there’s been a shift towards subscription models, and this is demanding scalable and flexible e-commerce business platforms that can manage the complexities of recurring revenue streams.  

Robust e-commerce platforms support digital transformation 

Most businesses understand the need for modern, scalable e-commerce and that’s meant a surge in ecommerce business platform deployment, so-called re-platforming. According to Digital Commerce 360’s October 2021 Distributor report, over 40% of distributors indicated interest in re-platforming in 2022. This trend is not just a passing fad. A more recent Digital Commerce 360 survey revealed that over half of online retailers plan to invest more in technology in 20241.  

This isn't surprising, considering the current economic climate and the ever-evolving nature of e-commerce. Insightful global business leaders are planning to increase their investment in e-commerce business platforms. It’s a clear commitment to digital transformation and maximising the power of e-commerce to support business growth. 

The need for modern e-commerce solutions is undeniable. But with tax in mind, what exactly should businesses consider when embarking on re-platforming?  

Five essentials to consider:  

Scale: Can the platform manage your business growth and increased traffic without compromising performance? This is so your business can cope with rapid expansion or significant seasonal fluctuations in demand. 

Integration: Can the platform integrate with existing systems including ERP and tax management and compliance solutions? 

Customisation: Can the platform flex to match the process needs of your unique business today and as it grows? 

Security: Will you be able to prioritise robust security and compliance measures across global tax regulations?  

User experience: Have you found a platform that offers an intuitive friendly user experience for your people and customers? 

Tax management: Does the platform integrate with your e-commerce sales tax solutions? Because this is essential.  

Webcast on-demand:  

The secrets to a successful e-commerce platform deployment 

Do it right each time, every time  

Businesses still grapple with how to select and find the right way to re-platform e-commerce strategically. The expert panel discussion with: Sealed Air, Adobe, Vertex, B2B-Squared and Digital Commerce 360 serves as a great insight into consideration of the decisions you need to make about re-platforming.  

Mark Brohan from Digital Commerce 360 leads the discussion. Explore the relevance of e-commerce platforms to businesses of all sizes, especially since the pandemic’s acceleration of digital commerce. Learn about the e-commerce platform’s role as the hub that connects all technologies, channels, and strategies in both the B2B and B2C sector. 

The digital revolution is here to stay, and businesses that fail to adapt will be left behind. By embracing modern e-commerce solutions businesses can position themselves for success in the shifting e-commerce landscape.  

Embrace the change, lead with innovation, and redefine how your tax is managed with Vertex.