E-Commerce Development
We develop online shops that sell – strategically planned, technically excellent and tailored to the Swiss market. Shopify Plus, Craft Commerce, WooCommerce or PrestaShop: we find the platform that fits your business model.
More than an online shop: Your digital sales channel that grows measurably. The Swiss e-commerce market is one of the most demanding and highest-spending worldwide.
End-to-End Online Shop Development: From Strategy to Scaling
E-Commerce Strategy & Platform Consulting
We analyse your business model, target audience and technical infrastructure to identify the optimal e-commerce platform. Platform-neutral, data-driven and with a clear TCO analysis.
Online Shop Design & UX Optimisation
Conversion-optimised shop design with a focus on user experience, trust building and brand identity. Every step is designed for maximum conversion.
Shop Development & Implementation
Tailored development on Shopify Plus, Craft Commerce, WooCommerce or PrestaShop. Clean code, performant architecture and Swiss DPA compliant implementation.
Payment & Logistics Integration
Seamless integration of all relevant Swiss payment methods: TWINT, PostFinance, credit cards, invoice. Logistics integration with Swiss Post and other carriers.
ERP & System Integration
Real-time synchronisation between online shop and ERP system (SAP S/4HANA, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Abacus). Stock reconciliation, price management and order processes.
SEO, GEO & Performance Marketing
Technical SEO for online shops, structured product data (Schema.org), Core Web Vitals optimisation and GEO strategy, so your products are found on Google and AI search engines.
Maintenance, Support & Growth
Proactive shop maintenance with security monitoring, automated backups, performance optimisation and monthly reports. Continuous conversion optimisation for sustainable growth.
Which e-commerce platform fits your business model?
In a free 30-minute call, we analyse your requirements and recommend the optimal solution.
Your successful online shop in 6 steps
Discovery & Analysis
Workshop with your team: business goals, target audiences, competitive analysis, existing systems. Result: platform recommendation with TCO comparison and roadmap.
Concept & Architecture
Product catalogue structure, navigation architecture, checkout flow and content strategy. Every page is optimised for maximum conversion.
UX/UI Design
High-fidelity shop designs with interactive prototypes. Mobile-first approach, trust badges and accessibility are integrated from the start.
Development
Agile development with weekly demos. Parallel integration of payment systems, logistics partners and ERP interfaces.
Testing & Launch
Cross-browser, mobile, performance, payment workflows and load tests. Go-live with SEO checklist and real-time monitoring.
Optimisation
Continuous conversion optimisation (A/B tests), performance monitoring and scaling consultation for new markets and channels.
Your E-Commerce Partner for the Swiss Market
Multi-Platform Expertise
We are not a single-platform agency. Our developers are certified on Shopify Plus, Craft Commerce, WooCommerce and PrestaShop. We recommend the platform with the best ROI.
Swiss Market Understanding
TWINT, PostFinance, Swiss Post, Abacus, Swiss DPA – we know the local requirements in detail. All shops are hosted on Swiss servers.
ERP Integration Expertise
From SAP S/4HANA to Microsoft Dynamics 365 to Abacus: we seamlessly integrate your online shop into your existing system landscape.
B2B & Enterprise Proven
Customer-specific price lists, volume discounts, approval processes, purchase on account: we master the complexity of B2B and enterprise e-commerce.
Measurable Results
Every shop is launched with clear KPIs: conversion rate, AOV, cart abandonment rate and customer lifetime value. We optimise continuously.
Ready for an online shop that exceeds your revenue targets?
Let us take your digital sales channel to the next level together.
Four platforms. One recommendation that fits your business model.
Every platform has its strengths. We choose the system that delivers the best ROI for your industry, transaction volume and growth strategy.
Shopify Plus
"Zero downtime, maximum scaling – the enterprise platform for ambitious brands."
Offizielle Website besuchenShopify Plus is the leading SaaS e-commerce platform for brands with high transaction volumes. As a managed solution, server maintenance and infrastructure management are eliminated entirely. Shopify Flow automates business processes and the platform guarantees 99.99% uptime.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- D2C brands & direct-to-consumer brands
- Fashion, beauty & lifestyle e-commerce
- High-volume shops with international shipping
- Subscription models & subscription commerce
- Social commerce (TikTok, Instagram Shopping)
Technologie & Architektur
SaaS/Managed Infrastructure. Liquid template engine, Shopify CLI for custom themes, Hydrogen (React-based headless frontend), Shopify Functions for backend customisation. App ecosystem with over 8,000 extensions.
Schweizer Lokalisierung
Excellent. Direct TWINT integration, PostFinance, Swiss Post connection, CHF as primary currency, VAT-compliant invoices.
Skalierbarkeit & TCO
Very high. Automatic scaling during traffic spikes. TCO: Monthly platform fee plus transaction costs, but no infrastructure or maintenance costs.
Ideal für
Brands that want to grow fast, expand internationally and focus on marketing and product rather than infrastructure.
Unsere Leistungen
- Custom theme development (Liquid & Hydrogen)
- Shopify app development & API integrations
- TWINT & PostFinance setup
- ERP connection (SAP, Abacus, Dynamics)
- Conversion optimisation & A/B testing
- Migration from other platforms
Craft Commerce
"No template, no compromises – the blank-canvas solution for unique shopping experiences."
Offizielle Website besuchenCraft Commerce is based on Craft CMS and offers complete design freedom without template limitations. With native multilingualism and multi-store management, Craft Commerce is the strategic choice for premium brands.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- Luxury & premium retail with individual design
- Brands with complex product configurations
- Multi-store / multi-currency e-commerce
- Headless commerce for multi-channel strategies
- B2B shops with tailored workflows
Technologie & Architektur
Self-hosted on PHP/Yii framework. Twig template engine, Matrix Fields for flexible product data models. Native GraphQL API for headless architectures.
Schweizer Lokalisierung
Very high. Excellent multilingualism (DE, FR, IT, EN) for the four-language Swiss market. Multi-store with separate currencies and stock levels.
Skalierbarkeit & TCO
High. One-time licence plus development costs, no ongoing platform fees. Lower long-term operating costs and full control.
Ideal für
Companies seeking a completely individual shopping experience and needing full control over code and data.
Unsere Leistungen
- Individual Craft Commerce development
- Plugin development & custom modules
- Headless architectures with GraphQL
- Multi-store & multilingual setup
- Migration from Shopify, WooCommerce or Magento
- ERP integration & custom APIs
WooCommerce
"The power of WordPress meets e-commerce – full control, limitless possibilities."
Offizielle Website besuchenWooCommerce is the world's most widely used open-source e-commerce plugin and combines the content strength of WordPress with powerful shop functions. Ideal for content-driven e-commerce.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- Content-driven e-commerce
- Niche providers with specialised products
- SME shops with content marketing focus
- Marketplace models (multi-vendor)
- Hybrid websites (content + shop)
Technologie & Architektur
Self-hosted on WordPress (PHP/MySQL). Gutenberg editor for content, REST API for headless scenarios. Extensible through over 50,000 plugins.
Schweizer Lokalisierung
Good. Local adaptations via plugins like "Germanized". TWINT and PostFinance integration via payment gateway plugins. Hosting on Swiss servers recommended.
Skalierbarkeit & TCO
Medium to high. Low entry costs, but rising maintenance costs with growing product catalogues and traffic.
Ideal für
SMEs and niche providers who want full control over their tech stack and use content marketing as a growth driver.
Unsere Leistungen
- Custom WooCommerce development
- Plugin development & API integrations
- Performance optimisation & caching
- SEO optimisation for product pages
- TWINT, PostFinance & logistics setup
- Maintenance & security packages
PrestaShop
"European precision, Swiss localisation – the open-source platform for demanding commerce."
Offizielle Website besuchenPrestaShop is a proven European open-source platform with over 300 built-in features. Particularly strong in country-specific requirements such as taxes, currencies and legal frameworks.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- SME shops with cross-border trade
- B2B wholesale
- Shops with Swiss integrations (Galaxus, Planzer)
- Multi-language/multi-currency shops
- Modular shops with step-by-step expansion
Technologie & Architektur
Self-hosted, PHP/Symfony-based. Modular architecture with over 300 native features. Strong B2B features and powerful REST API.
Schweizer Lokalisierung
Excellent. Native support for Swiss VAT, CHF and multilingual storefronts. Specific modules for Galaxus and Planzer.
Skalierbarkeit & TCO
High. Low licence costs, modular extensibility. Particularly cost-effective for mid-sized businesses.
Ideal für
Swiss SMEs and mid-sized companies seeking a European open-source platform with strong localisation.
Unsere Leistungen
- PrestaShop new installation & relaunch
- Custom module & theme development
- Galaxus marketplace connection
- Planzer & Swiss Post integration
- B2B functions & customer group logic
- Migration & maintenance
E-Commerce Platforms Compared
| Kriterium | Shopify Plus | Craft Commerce | WooCommerce | PrestaShop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target Audience | D2C, Enterprise | Premium, Multi-Store | SME, Niche | SME, Cross-Border |
| Architecture | SaaS / Managed | Self-Hosted / PHP | Self-Hosted / WP | Self-Hosted / Symfony |
| Swiss Localisation | Excellent | Very high | Good (plugins) | Excellent |
| Scalability | Very high (auto) | High (headless) | Medium | High (modular) |
| TCO Model | SaaS fee + Tx | One-time + dev | Low + maintenance | Low + modules |
| B2B Features | Good (Plus) | Very good (custom) | Medium (plugins) | Strong (native) |
| Headless Capability | Yes (Hydrogen) | Yes (GraphQL) | Yes (REST API) | Yes (REST API) |
| TWINT Integration | Direct | Via plugin | Via plugin | Via module |
Still unsure which platform is the right one?
Our e-commerce experts advise you personally – with a clear TCO analysis for your project.
E-Commerce for Every Company Size: From Startup to Corporation
E-Commerce for SMEs
For small and medium-sized enterprises, profitability and efficiency come first. We deliver an online shop with a time-to-market of 6 to 10 weeks: Swiss DPA compliant, TWINT-ready, with Swiss hosting and simple content management.
- Time-to-market: 6–10 weeks
- Swiss DPA compliant & TWINT-ready
- Simple content management
- Standardised processes, individual customisations
Enterprise E-Commerce
Enterprise clients operate in complex system landscapes. We seamlessly integrate your online shop into ERP systems like SAP S/4HANA, Microsoft Dynamics 365 or Abacus.
- ERP integration (SAP, Dynamics, Abacus)
- Real-time data synchronisation
- B2B functions & approval processes
- Omnichannel strategies
E-Commerce for Every Industry — Because Online Retail Is Not One-Size-Fits-All
Every industry has its own purchasing processes, compliance requirements and customer expectations. We develop e-commerce solutions tailored precisely to your industry — from product presentation through checkout to logistics integration. Our industry understanding makes the difference between a shop and a successful sales platform.
B2B & Wholesale
B2B shops with customer-specific price lists, volume discounts and approval workflows. ERP integration and complex corporate structures digitally mapped.
Fashion & Lifestyle
Visually appealing online shops with size and colour variants, lookbook integration and personalised recommendations for fashion-conscious target audiences.
Food & Beverage
Fast checkout processes, flexible subscription models and real-time delivery integration for the fastest-growing e-commerce sector in Switzerland.
Luxury & Premium
E-commerce experiences that make exclusivity tangible digitally. Personalised VIP areas, limited editions and white-glove service mapped online.
Trade & Industry
Product configurators, spare parts shops and digital sales portals with PIM and ERP integration for Swiss trade and industrial businesses.
Services
Online booking systems, digital vouchers and member areas for service companies. From appointment booking to automated invoicing.
Education & Courses
E-learning platforms and digital course sales with access management, certificate generation and integrated payment solutions for education providers.
Non-Profit & Associations
Donation platforms, membership portals and merchandise shops for non-profit organisations. Transparent payment processing and donation receipts.
Swiss DPA Compliant Online Shops: Legal Certainty as a Competitive Advantage
The revised Swiss Data Protection Act (Swiss DPA) poses particular challenges for online shops. Violations can result in personal fines of up to CHF 250,000. We ensure that your online shop meets all requirements.
E-Commerce Trends: Technologies We Implement Today
AI-Powered Consultative Commerce
From simple chatbots to intelligent shopping advisors that guide customers through complex product assortments. Particularly relevant for Swiss mechanical engineering and the electronics industry.
E-ID & Simplified Checkout
With the planned rollout of the national E-ID, identity verification in online shops will be revolutionised. Lower abandonment rates and higher security.
Social Commerce & Live Shopping
TikTok and Instagram are becoming fully-fledged sales ecosystems. Seamless integration into your online shop – for brands that connect storytelling, community and commerce.
Conscious Commerce & Circular Economy
Sustainability is becoming a business necessity. Recommerce features, carbon-neutral logistics and transparent supply chains for Swiss consumers.
Seamless Integration into Your System Landscape
Your online shop as a central building block – connected with ERP, PIM, CRM and logistics partners.
Frequently Asked Questions About E-Commerce Development
Answers to the most important questions about your new online shop.
Start now with your new online shop
Contact us for a free initial consultation – we will find the platform and strategy that fits your business model.