Observed Signal · Oct 14, 2021 · Product Launch · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 3/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Shopify Launches Global ERP Program
Shopify has announced the launch of a Global ERP Program to help merchants manage enterprise-scale operations by enabling direct ERP integrations in the Shopify App Store. The program was developed in collaboration with ERP providers, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Oracle NetSuite, Infor, Acumatica, and Brightpearl, with more partners expected. It allows a select group of ERP partners to build certified apps that connect directly to Shopify, reducing dependence on third-party implementers to link ERP with Shopify. Shopify’s Hagen Meischner, EMEA Agency & Technology Partnerships Lead, described the initiative as a bet on supporting enterprise merchants and a move to unify retail and ERP capabilities. Microsoft’s Charles Lamanna added that connecting ERP data with commerce can drive better insights and more scalable operations. The Global ERP Program aims to streamline operations, enable data sharing between ERP and commerce, and accelerate the modernization of enterprise-commerce for Shopify's merchant base.
Launch of global ERP program enabling direct ERP integrations with major ERP vendors; potential impact on enterprise commerce integration.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Shopify launches Global ERP Program.
- Program enables ERP partners to build certified app integrations directly in the Shopify App Store.
- Partners include Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Oracle NetSuite, Infor, Acumatica and Brightpearl; more to follow.
- Hagen Meischner (EMEA Agency & Technology Partnerships Lead, Shopify) and Charles Lamanna (Corporate Vice President, Microsoft) provided quotes on enterprise-focused collaboration and data integration.
- The program reduces reliance on third-party implementations to connect ERP with Shopify.
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