CASE STUDY
Implementing an Effortless eCommerce Migration using a Lift and Shift Approach
About The Client
The client specializes in providing laminates for benchtops, kitchens, and bathrooms to markets in Australia and New Zealand. It is a large company subsidiary with approximately 30 construction-related brands that supply building materials, plywood, steel, and much more.
Industry | Construction & Building Supplies
Solutions | SAP Commerce
Location | New Zealand
Business Challenges
- The client’s New Zealand division faced key challenges in upgrading its digital presence as they moved their eCommerce platform from (AU-NZ) Australia-New Zealand to BP (Building Products).
- Aligning with client’s New Zealand division growth strategy and the industry shift to Spartacus was crucial, while upgrading the SAPCC code to 2211 ensured digital readiness.
- The switch from B2C to B2B marked a fundamental shift since they continued with migrating custom product details and safeguarding identity data by cloning the Auth0 instance.
- The changes to the Sample Order integration with Salesforce streamlined operations and the client embraced GUID for efficiency and a unique digital future.
Business Solutions
- Conducted a comprehensive evaluation of the existing New Zealand eCommerce platform within the shared (AU-NZ) instance to ascertain its current state and potential challenges.
- Formulated a detailed migration strategy outlining the step-by-step process, milestones, and key considerations for a seamless transition to the common BP platform
- Performed meticulous data mapping and modeling to ensure a precise and error-free transfer of data from the existing (AU-NZ) instance to the designated BP platform.
- Conducted rigorous testing to verify the functional compatibility of the New Zealand eCommerce platform within the BP environment, identifying and addressing any issues that may arise during the migration.
Key Outcomes
Aligned with the Growth Strategy
Implemented Disruptions to Ongoing Operations
Minimized Disruptions to Ongoing Operations
Delivered a Strategic Migration