A Game-Changer: StackShift for Manufacturers and Distributors

The manufacturing and distribution sectors are no strangers to complexity. Whether it’s managing inventory across multiple warehouses or optimizing supply chains to meet fluctuating demand, businesses need more than traditional commerce platforms to stay competitive.

That’s where StackShift, a composable commerce platform, steps in, offering a fresh and modular approach to tackle modern challenges. Unlike outdated monolithic platforms, StackShift combines flexibility, scalability, and effortless integration.

Its headless architecture and API-first design allow manufacturers and distributors to connect various systems, enabling businesses to streamline operations and deliver exceptional digital experiences. From managing content across different digital touchpoints to enhancing ecommerce platforms with tailored solutions, StackShift empowers businesses to craft their ideal commerce ecosystem.

This article explores how StackShift’s composable commerce architecture transforms operations for manufacturers and distributors, delivering data-driven insights, reduced costs, and a competitive edge in their digital journey.

What is StackShift?

At its core, StackShift is more than just another commerce platform—it’s an innovative composable commerce solution designed to meet the unique demands of your business.

Unlike traditional commerce platforms, which often force you to conform to rigid structures, StackShift offers a modular approach with packaged business capabilities that can be tailored to your needs.

By leveraging a composable commerce architecture, StackShift lets businesses integrate individual components like a content management system, inventory management tools, and even shopping carts into a seamless ecosystem.

Its API-first headless architecture ensures smooth interaction between existing systems, enabling effortless connections to new technologies like artificial intelligence and cloud-native SaaS solutions.

Whether you're building an ecommerce platform, enhancing an online store, or improving customer experiences, StackShift empowers you with the full capabilities of a best-of-breed tech stack.

The composable commerce approach empowers you to adapt quickly, expand into new markets, and thrive in the dynamic world of modern commerce.

Key Features of StackShift and Their Relevance to Manufacturing & Distribution

Headless CMS Capabilities

Manufacturing and distribution businesses thrive on flexibility, and that’s exactly what StackShift’s headless commerce approach delivers. By separating content management from its presentation, this composable commerce platform enables seamless content delivery across websites, mobile apps, and other digital touchpoints.

Whether you’re updating product specifications or sharing real-time inventory updates, the content management system allows for efficient coordination across your ecommerce system.

For business users, this means streamlined workflows and a consistent customer experience, which are crucial for building customer loyalty in the fast-paced world of digital commerce.

Content Modeling

With StackShift, composable commerce focuses on modularity, making content modeling a game-changer. Imagine having flexible building blocks that let you reuse product information, marketing assets, and technical documentation across multiple platforms.

This not only ensures brand consistency but also significantly reduces the effort required for updating or expanding content. For an ecommerce business, this is especially valuable when managing vast product catalogs or launching campaigns in response to market changes.

By meeting specific business needs, StackShift empowers manufacturers and distributors to adapt swiftly and deliver more targeted customer experiences.

API-First Approach

At the heart of StackShift’s composable architecture is its API-first approach—a must-have for businesses looking to modernize their technology stack.

This design enables seamless integration with various technologies, from ERP systems to third-party logistics software. Whether you’re working with independently developed tools or connecting with pre-composed solutions, StackShift ensures smooth interoperability.

This flexibility not only supports the commerce-related functions essential for operation functionalities but also allows for the development of unique business workflows.

The result? A future-ready tech stack that grows alongside your business, meeting evolving needs without unnecessary complexity.

Ease of Customization and Extension

Manufacturers and distributors face unique challenges, and a one-size-fits-all solution simply doesn’t cut it.

That’s why StackShift’s composable commerce approach is built with customization in mind. The platform’s all-in-one yet modular design allows businesses to extend functionalities, tweak the user interface, and integrate with other solutions to craft a tailored commerce system.

Whether your focus is optimizing order processing or enhancing post-sale support, StackShift’s composable solutions adapt to your goals. This innovative approach not only simplifies what would otherwise be a complex endeavor but also ensures that all business models and specific business needs are addressed with precision.

StackShift combines the benefits of composable commerce with cutting-edge headless commerce capabilities, offering a robust digital commerce platform that caters to manufacturers and distributors.

Real-World Applications and Success Stories

StackShift’s composable commerce platform has empowered businesses to build robust B2B portals tailored to their unique requirements. Two notable use cases—the Belwith Keeler and Jamplast—illustrate how composable commerce makes complex business operations efficient and seamless.

Belwith Keeler B2B Portal

WebriQ partnered with Belwith Keeler to develop aB2B portal that’s a game-changer for their business operations. This all-in-one platform, built on MACH principles (Microservices, API-first, Cloud-native, and Headless), provides a private, invite-only shopping experience with over 6,700 SKUs and variations. The portal offers:

• Pricing and discount schemes customized per customer and product
• Ability to shop by collection
• Quote and order functionality
• Advanced search and filtering for easier product discovery
• Seamless API integrations, including Cloudinary for media management
• Payment options via credit card and ACH
• A robust shipping engine supporting multiple shipping locations per customer
• Integration with ERP systems for invoicing, inventory management, and credit line monitoring

This tailored approach has streamlined Belwith Keeler’s operations, ensuring a seamless and highly efficient B2B shopping experience, positioning them as a potentially leading player in their industry.

Jamplast B2B Portal

WebriQ helped 3DSHQ and Jamplast introduce a B2B portal that enhances the wholesale shopping experience for 3D printer supply customers. Like Belwith Keeler, the Jamplast portal is built on MACH principles and operates privately on an invite-only basis. Key features include:

• Over 100 SKUs and variations with tailored pricing and discount schemes
• A well-structured product catalog with sections and filters
• Product pages enriched with images, videos, reviews, and detailed content
• A Request for Quote (RFQ) module
• Comprehensive account and order management, including order history
• API integrations for seamless data exchange
• Paytrace payment gateway for secure transactions
• A powerful shipping engine to streamline logistics

This composable commerce solution allows Jamplast to provide its customers with a smooth and efficient shopping experience, demonstrating how composable commerce lets businesses optimize operations while enhancing customer satisfaction.

These examples illustrate how StackShift platform brings together all the components needed to build powerful B2B portals. From advanced business functionality to seamless integrations, these showcase the transformative power of a flexible, scalable, and tailored commerce platform.

Final Thoughts

In B2B commerce, complexity often feels like a headache—bulk orders with custom pricing, negotiated payment terms, and multi-step approvals can quickly spiral into chaos. But with composable commerce, complexity doesn’t have to mean confusion.

Let StackShift help you thrive and turn complexity into an intuitive and seamless experience for your customers. Imagine a B2B checkout process that works like magic:

• Pricing and workflows tailored to each customer
• Fast, simple, and joyful interactions that remove friction from the buying process

At WebriQ, we strive to create ecommerce experiences that:

• Simplify platform development with fast, intuitive processes.
• Provide valuable insights with personalized dashboards for reorders and tracking.
• Free up your time by automating tasks like pricing, taxes, and approvals.

Unlike traditional platforms, StackShift’s composable commerce architecture delivers these transformative capabilities. By offering tailored solutions and streamlined workflows, StackShift empowers businesses to create the fast, personalized, and efficient experiences customers expect.

Curious to see how StackShift can simplify your business? Request a free demo now.