OroCommerce for Shopify

Why Brands are Leaving OroCommerce for Shopify

As businesses grow, they need tools that help them move faster, not platforms that create friction. OroCommerce is known for its robust B2B features, but that power often comes with complexity, high maintenance costs, and a heavy reliance on technical teams. Many brands find themselves stuck, spending more time managing their platform than scaling their business.

Shopify, on the other hand, provides a flexible, modern ecosystem that supports both B2B and B2C. It's built to remove technical roadblocks and help businesses focus on what matters growth, efficiency, and delivering a better customer experience. Its regular updates, app integrations, and SaaS reliability make it a long-term partner in scaling a digital business.

Key Reasons to Switch

1. Ease of Use
   Shopify is made for usability. Its interface is clean and intuitive, which means your team can update products, launch promotions, and manage customer data without needing a developer. Even non-technical teams can manage and operate daily eCommerce tasks independently.

2. Lower Total Cost of Ownership
   With Shopify, you're not managing servers or patching software. It’s a fully hosted solution with predictable monthly pricing. You avoid costly IT overhead and get faster updates. Compared to the high setup and maintenance costs of OroCommerce, Shopify provides cost savings over time.

3. Faster Time to Market
   Want to launch a new campaign or make changes to your product catalog? Shopify makes it fast and frictionless. There’s no need to wait for custom development to get things live. You gain agility in testing and rolling out updates, which helps you stay competitive.

4. Vibrant App Ecosystem
   Over 8,000 apps are available to extend your store's capabilities—from advanced shipping logic to quoting tools and loyalty systems. This reduces the need for custom development. Shopify’s marketplace ensures that new business requirements can be met with minimal disruption.

5. Modern B2B Capabilities with Shopify Plus
   Shopify Plus supports B2B features like company profiles, net payment terms, custom pricing, and approval workflows—making it a serious contender for B2B brands. With Shopify’s API access and partner ecosystem, even advanced B2B use cases can be implemented.

6. Scalable Infrastructure
   Shopify is built to handle scale. Whether you're launching a flash sale or expanding into international markets, the platform delivers performance and reliability with 99.99% uptime. Its global CDN ensures fast load times across regions.

Our Step-by-Step Migration Process at EcomSpiders

Migrating isn’t just about switching platforms it’s an opportunity to evolve. At EcomSpiders, we turn migrations into transformations. Our team evaluates your workflows, rebuilds what’s working, and eliminates what isn’t. Each migration is carefully planned and executed with minimal disruption to your day-to-day operations.

1. Audit & Discovery
   We assess your OroCommerce setup from top to bottom:

• Product catalogs and attributes

• Customer roles, pricing tiers

• Existing integrations and backend systems

• Custom workflows and approval logic

2. Data Mapping & Cleanup
   Your data is mapped cleanly into Shopify’s structure:

• Normalize variants and options

• Clean customer records

• Organize products using tags, collections, and metafields

• Identify legacy data to archive or transform

3. Theme Design & UX Migration
   We build a custom Shopify storefront that reflects your brand:

• Modern UX with mobile-first design

• Gated content or login flows for B2B

• Performance-optimized architecture

• Branding elements reimagined for engagement

4. Feature Replication
   We replicate OroCommerce features through Shopify-native tools or apps:

• Shopify Plus B2B suite

• Automation via Shopify Flow

• Custom features using private apps

• Multi-storefront or customer segmentation setup

5. SEO Setup & Redirects
   We preserve your SEO equity:

• Implement 301 redirects

• Migrate metadata and structure

• Submit sitemaps and track indexing

• Monitor post-migration performance metrics

6. Launch & Optimization
   We support you through launch and beyond:

• Full QA of checkout and product flows

• Post-launch training and performance tuning

• Ongoing support and reporting

• Continuous improvement strategies

The Business Benefits After Migrating to Shopify

Once on Shopify, the difference is clear. Operations feel smoother. Campaigns launch quicker. Teams are more empowered. Shopify isn't just easier it’s built for brands that want to move fast. The benefits go beyond tech it impacts customer satisfaction, speed to market, and internal workflows.

Speed & Simplicity
Your admin dashboard becomes a productivity tool, not a pain point:

• Easy product updates

• Real-time changes

• No server worries

• Mobile app for on-the-go management

Marketing Agility
With native tools and plug-and-play integrations, your marketing team has full control:

• Launch promos without dev help

• Customize landing pages and popups

• Track everything with built-in analytics

• Use A/B testing and targeted campaigns

B2B Scalability
Whether you’re selling to businesses or consumers or both Shopify Plus handles it all:

• Company accounts with tiered access

• Net terms, custom catalogs, and draft orders

• Tailored storefronts for each buyer group

• Integrated quoting and approval workflows

High-Converting Checkout
Shopify’s checkout is one of the most optimized in the industry:

• Multiple payment options

• Fast checkout via Shop Pay

• Custom workflows for B2B scenarios

• High security and PCI compliance

Global Commerce Made Simple
Ready to expand globally? Shopify Markets has you covered:

• Currency conversion and language switching

• Country-specific pricing and catalogs

• Local tax and shipping management

• Multi-domain and localization support

Seamless Integrations
Shopify connects with the tools you already use:

• ERP, CRM, and warehouse systems

• Marketing platforms like Klaviyo or Meta Ads

• Automation and reporting tools

• Accounting and fulfillment software

Common Challenges and How We Solve Them

Even the best migrations come with complexity. But we’ve done this many times and we’ve built systems to handle the bumps. Every challenge is met with a tested solution and proactive planning.

1. B2B Feature Parity
   OroCommerce comes with deep B2B capabilities. We rebuild those features on Shopify Plus using its native tools or trusted apps.

• Wholesale pricing apps

• Company roles and permissions

• Custom scripts for unique workflows

• Shopify B2B APIs and automation rules

2. Backend Integrations
   If you’re connected to ERP or inventory tools, we handle the data bridge:

• Build custom API workflows

• Ensure two-way sync

• Run sandbox testing before launch

• Maintain integration flexibility for scale

3. SEO Preservation
   URL changes can hurt SEO if handled poorly. We use best practices to preserve your rankings:

• Complete 301 mapping

• Meta migration

• Post-launch indexing checks

• Structured data and schema validation

4. Product Data Complexity
   OroCommerce allows layered attributes. We restructure them smartly in Shopify:

• Use metafields for extended data

• Simplify product types

• Improve filtering and navigation

• Design collections for user-friendly browsing

5. Team Enablement
   Your team needs to feel confident in the new platform. We offer:

• Hands-on training

• SOPs and documentation

• Slack and email support post-launch

• Custom admin interfaces and reports

6. Large Data Sets
   Years of customer and order data? No problem. We:

• Audit and cleanse records

• Use scripts for clean imports

• Validate and test sample batches

• Preserve purchase history and reorder flows

Ready to Make the Move? Let’s Talk

A migration from OroCommerce to Shopify is a big decision but it doesn’t have to be difficult. When done right, it becomes a growth opportunity. Shopify enables speed, global reach, and modern customer experiences.

At EcomSpiders, we specialize in helping brands unlock this potential. We don’t just lift and shift we rethink, redesign, and relaunch stores for the future.

What We Offer

Our approach is built around outcomes, not just deliverables:

1. Full-Service Migration We handle every detail of the migration from data audits and theme redesign to app selection, SEO redirects, and final QA. You get a turnkey transition without the hassle.

2. Custom UX for B2B Brands We go beyond aesthetics and focus on usability. Whether you're serving multiple buyer types or offering custom catalogs, we tailor the user experience to increase engagement and conversions.

3. SEO-First Strategy Maintaining your organic visibility is a top priority. We plan every URL, metadata element, and redirect to ensure no traffic or rankings are lost during the transition.

4. Integration Support Your business relies on ERP, CRM, and fulfillment tools. We re-establish all necessary connections using secure APIs or middleware to make sure operations remain seamless.

5. Training & Support We provide team onboarding, documentation, and post-launch training to help you get the most from your new Shopify store. Support continues via email, Slack, or dedicated check-ins.

6. Growth-Ready Foundation Your Shopify store isn’t just a copy of the old one it’s rebuilt for speed, scale, and conversion. We implement flexible structures that support international expansion, new product lines, and future automation.

7. Ongoing Optimization After launch, we remain your partner. We help with feature updates, marketing integrations, CRO strategies, and new store functionalities based on real performance data.

8. Dedicated Account Management Every project comes with a dedicated point of contact to ensure communication is clear, timelines are met, and your vision is delivered without compromise.

We offer free consultations to explore your goals and show what’s possible on Shopify. Here’s what we cover:

• Audit of your OroCommerce stor

• Demo of Shopify’s capabilities

• Tailored migration roadmap

• Insights on automation and performance boosts

• Transparent guidance on cost and timelines

• Q&A to address internal stakeholder concerns

There’s no pressure, no pitch just honest advice from a Shopify-focused team.

Ready to get started?
Reach out to us at EcomSpiders.com and let’s map your move to Shopify.