Granted. It can be a bit of challenge to keep up with e-commerce... Customer expectations climb and if your business operates in this field, you’ll need flexible, fast, and future-proof solutions to stay ahead.
Enter composable commerce.
With composable commerce, businesses build e-commerce experiences using modular, best-in-class components. But what exactly does composable commerce mean, and is it the right choice for your business? Let’s dive in 🤿
What is composable commerce?
At its core, composable commerce refers to an approach where businesses assemble their e-commerce ecosystems using independent, specialised data systems. These systems include tools for content management, search, payments, inventory etc. and they work together seamlessly to create a unified customer experience.
Unlike traditional monolithic platforms that bundle everything into a single system, composable commerce leverages modularity and flexibility, allowing businesses to mix and match technologies that best suit their needs.
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The backbone of composable commerce often lies in MACH architecture, which is especially spearheaded by the MACH Alliance.
- Microservices: Independent services that handle specific functions (e.g., payments or search).
- API-first: Ensures seamless integration between components.
- Cloud-native: Provides scalability and performance.
- Headless commerce: Decouples the front-end (user interface) from the back-end, offering design freedom.
This approach champions agility and innovation, making it particularly appealing for businesses looking to differentiate themselves in competitive markets.
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According to Gartner, organisations embracing composable commerce in their digital strategies are 80% more likely to outpace competitors by 2025.
