Automated Shopify-ASP.NET Integration

Real-Time Product Sync

Our organization aimed to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual overhead in managing product data between Shopify and our internal system. By integrating Shopify with our ASP.NET Core application, we eliminated time-consuming processes and significantly improved data accuracy and productivity.

Sector

Retail & E-commerce

The client operates a multi-brand online retail store on Shopify. Inventory and product data were managed through an internal ASP.NET Core -based Custom ERP system.

Project Type

Enterprise Application Integration :

This was a backend integration project focusing on real-time synchronization between Shopify and a custom-built internal ASP.NET ERP system.

Platform

Shopify (Cloud-based E-commerce Platform)
ASP.NET MVC Web Application (Custom ERP Platform)
Microsoft Azure
No SQL CosmosDB

The Challenges

Previously, manual CSV exports and imports between Shopify and our application were a major part of product data maintenance. In addition to being labour-intensive, this procedure caused delays in reflecting important modifications, synchronization problems, and inconsistent data. Lack of real-time visibility affected departmental decision-making and posed challenges to inventory accuracy.

Key challenges included:

Export Shopify product data as CSV files.
Upload them manually for validation into the ASP.NET system.
Import the new data back into Shopify after exporting it again.
Product listings are not updated promptly, particularly during seasons with high traffic.
Inaccurate information, like out-of-date stock or inaccurate prices.
Wasted team hours on repetitive tasks.

This process was not only time-consuming but also prone to mistakes. Overstocking, lost sales, and customer complaints could result from a single pricing or inventory error.

The Solution

A Real-Time Shopify Integration System

We developed a unique Shopify integration into our current ASP.NET platform to overcome the inefficiencies. This made it possible for systems to communicate directly and securely, facilitating the interchange of product data in real time.

Here’s how it works:

To safely connect to the ASP.NET application, a custom Shopify application was made.
Shopify product data is now immediately imported into our system for validation.
Any updates (like price changes or inventory adjustments) can be pushed back to Shopify instantly from within our system.

The team can now swiftly identify and address system errors thanks to a new “Compare Products” feature.

Key enhancements included:

Automated Data Sync : Manual CSV handling is no longer necessary because product data is now synchronized automatically.
One-Click Updates : With only one click, teams can send updates straight to Shopify from the internal application.
Data Comparison : Teams can proactively discover and address differences by comparing internal data with Shopify data, thanks to a built-in capability.

The Results

Remarkable Results Achieved

85% Decrease in Manual Workload: The operations team was able to save a substantial amount of time by automating the import and export of product data.
Enhanced Data Accuracy: The possibility of inaccurate or out-of-date product listings was significantly decreased by real-time updates.
Enhanced Speed to Market: New products and updates are now updated within minutes in Shopify, supporting agile marketing and sales strategies.
Operational Cost Savings: Measurable labour and support cost savings were made possible by the decrease in errors and manual labour.
Increased Customer Satisfaction: Customers are no longer purchasing out-of-stock items thanks to real-time inventory changes.
Increased Productivity: Rather than entering data, the operations team may concentrate on strategic goals.

The Conclusion

By automating a manual, error-prone process, the integration project produced a significant business benefit. Along with increasing productivity, it improved the governance of our product data and allowed our teams to work more accurately and quickly. This initiative emphasizes the financial gains from strategic technology investments that support operational objectives.

Industry and Tech Stack

Sector: Retail & E-commerce

The client operates a multi-brand online retail store on Shopify. Inventory and product data were managed through an internal ASP.NET-based ERP system.

Tools & Technologies :

Frontend: HTML5, Bootstrap (for admin UI)
Backend: ASP.NET Core MVC, C#
APIs: Shopify Admin API, RESTful APIs
Middleware: Custom C# Integration Service
Database: No SQL | Cosmos DB
Hosting: Microsoft Azure App Services
Authentication: OAuth 2.0 for Shopify API
Monitoring & Logs: Azure Application Insights

Services:

UI/UX Design
Custom Web Development
Data Migration
API Integration
Platform Integration

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