E-Commerce Project Management
Independent consulting and external management for complex e-commerce projects. From strategy to go-live – without conflicts of interest.
The Dilemma of Mid-Sized Companies
You need to digitize. Build or expand e-commerce. But:
- Too small for your own e-commerce department
- Too big for simple off-the-shelf solutions
- Too complex due to legacy system landscape (ERP, inventory management, etc.)
- Too little capacity to properly manage agencies and vendors
The result? Many companies invest six-figure sums in e-commerce projects that fail or fall far short of expectations. Because nobody has the big picture. Because interfaces don't work. Because agencies sell their own solutions instead of what's best for you.
We change that.
Our Approach: The Architect Principle
Imagine you're building a house. You hire an architect who creates the plan, coordinates the trades, and monitors quality. The architect doesn't lay bricks – but without them, the house won't get built.
That's how we work.
We are your e-commerce architects. We analyze, plan, coordinate, and manage – while specialized partners handle implementation. This way you get the best expert for each area without having to manage the complexity yourself.
Our Consulting Services
E-Commerce Check
Quick analysis of your current situation with concrete recommendations
- As-is analysis of your systems and processes
- Identification of quick wins
- Prioritized roadmap
- Technology recommendations
Architecture Blueprint
Your roadmap for e-commerce digitalization
- Target architecture design
- System selection and evaluation
- Integration concept
- Detailed roadmap
- RFP templates for tenders
Vendor Selection
Finding the right partners for your project
- Create requirements catalog
- Vendor screening and longlist
- Obtain and evaluate proposals
- Negotiation management
- Contract design
Project Management
Keep your project on track – until successful go-live
- PMO setup and ongoing management
- Quality assurance and reviews
- Risk management
- Escalation for issues
- Go-live support and hypercare
How a Project Works
Analysis & Conception
4-6 weeksWorkshop at your location. As-is assessment of all systems, process analysis. Design target architecture.
Tender
2-3 weeksCreate RFP, screen vendors (10-15 candidates), evaluate proposals, lead negotiations.
Implementation
3-9 monthsWeekly management, architecture reviews, quality assurance, escalation for issues.
Go-Live & Hypercare
1-2 monthsCutover management, acceptance tests, knowledge transfer, stabilization.
Why Work With Us?
Truly Independent
We don't earn money from software licenses or referral commissions. We recommend what's best for you.
Implementation Expertise
We don't just deliver PowerPoint slides. As developers, we know what's technically feasible and where the pitfalls are.
Practical Experience
We run our own e-commerce shops. SEO, conversion, fulfillment, customer service – from firsthand experience.
Network
For every area, we know specialized partners. Access to expertise you wouldn't find on your own.
Speaking Both Languages
We translate between business and IT. Between management and developers. Between you and external vendors.
Who Is This For?
Ideal for You If...
- Your company has 10-50M EUR revenue
- You have 50-500 employees
- An ERP system is in place (Xentral, SAP, Navision, etc.)
- E-commerce is important, but not your core business
- You don't have your own e-commerce department
- You have a complex project ahead
Probably Not a Fit If...
- You only need a simple shop for a few products
- Your budget is under 30,000 EUR
- You already have a competent internal e-commerce team
- You're looking for pure development without consulting
Let's Talk
Schedule a no-obligation initial consultation. We listen, ask questions, and give you an honest assessment of whether and how we can help. No sales pitch. No commitment.