E-Commerce Agency Switzerland

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.

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Plugins
Code
API
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Positioning

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.

20+
bn CHF e-commerce market
148k+
New Shopify shops EU
6+
million TWINT users
15.9%
CAGR Food E-Commerce
Our Services

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.

Our Approach

Your successful online shop in 6 steps

01

Discovery & Analysis

Workshop with your team: business goals, target audiences, competitive analysis, existing systems. Result: platform recommendation with TCO comparison and roadmap.

02

Concept & Architecture

Product catalogue structure, navigation architecture, checkout flow and content strategy. Every page is optimised for maximum conversion.

03

UX/UI Design

High-fidelity shop designs with interactive prototypes. Mobile-first approach, trust badges and accessibility are integrated from the start.

04

Development

Agile development with weekly demos. Parallel integration of payment systems, logistics partners and ERP interfaces.

05

Testing & Launch

Cross-browser, mobile, performance, payment workflows and load tests. Go-live with SEO checklist and real-time monitoring.

06

Optimisation

Continuous conversion optimisation (A/B tests), performance monitoring and scaling consultation for new markets and channels.

Why Sidora AG

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.

Platforms in Detail

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 besuchen

Shopify 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 besuchen

Craft 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 besuchen

WooCommerce 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 besuchen

PrestaShop 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
Comparison

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.

For Every Company Size

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
Industry Expertise

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.

Transparent privacy policy
DPA-compliant cookie banner
Privacy by Design
Right of access (30 days)
Swiss hosting
Trends 2025/2026

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.

Integrations

Seamless Integration into Your System Landscape

Your online shop as a central building block – connected with ERP, PIM, CRM and logistics partners.

SAP
Abacus
TWINT
PostFinance
CH Post
Real-time sync
Bidirectional
Fault-tolerant
API-First
FAQ

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.

Costs vary depending on platform, feature set and integration depth. An SME shop on Shopify or WooCommerce starts from approx. CHF 8,000. Mid-range projects are between CHF 20,000 and 60,000. Enterprise solutions with ERP integration start from CHF 50,000.
That depends on your business model: Shopify Plus for D2C brands, Craft Commerce for premium brands, WooCommerce for content-driven e-commerce, PrestaShop for cross-border trade. In our free platform consultation, we find the optimal solution.
Yes. TWINT, with over 6 million users, is a must for every Swiss online shop. We integrate TWINT on all platforms – on Shopify Plus directly natively, on others via proven payment gateway plugins.
An SME shop can go live in 6 to 10 weeks. Mid-range projects take 10 to 16 weeks. Enterprise solutions with ERP connection are planned at 16 to 24 weeks.
We ensure Privacy by Design, DPA-compliant cookie management, transparent privacy policies and the technical implementation of the right of access. All shops are hosted on Swiss servers.
Yes. We migrate online shops from any platform – including product data, customer accounts, order history, URL redirects (301) and SEO preservation.
We develop tailored interfaces for SAP S/4HANA, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Abacus and other ERP systems with real-time synchronisation – bidirectional and fault-tolerant.
Yes, B2B is one of our core areas. Customer-specific price lists, volume discounts, approval processes, purchase on account and RFQ workflows on the platform that fits your B2B complexity.