Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about third-party integrations
What are third-party integrations?
Third-party integrations connect Shopify stores with external systems and services such as ERP systems, CRM platforms, payment gateways, shipping providers, accounting software, marketing tools, and other business applications. These integrations enable seamless data flow, automate workflows, and unify business operations across multiple platforms.
What ERP systems can you integrate with Shopify?
We can integrate Shopify with major ERP systems including SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, Acumatica, and custom ERP solutions. Integration typically includes product data sync, order management, inventory synchronization, customer data, and financial information exchange.
Can you integrate payment gateways with Shopify?
Yes, we integrate Shopify with various payment gateways including Stripe, PayPal, Square, Authorize.Net, Braintree, and custom payment processors. We can also build custom payment integrations and implement alternative payment methods based on your requirements.
What shipping and fulfillment APIs do you integrate?
We integrate Shopify with major shipping providers including FedEx, UPS, USPS, DHL, ShipStation, ShipBob, and custom fulfillment systems. Integration includes rate calculation, label generation, tracking updates, and fulfillment automation.
How long do third-party integrations take?
Integration time varies based on complexity. Simple single-system integrations typically take 2-4 weeks, medium complexity integrations with multiple endpoints take 4-8 weeks, and complex enterprise integrations with multiple systems can take 8-16 weeks. The timeline includes API analysis, development, testing, and deployment phases.
Do you provide ongoing support for integrations?
Yes, we provide comprehensive ongoing support including monitoring, maintenance, updates when APIs change, troubleshooting, and optimization. We ensure your integrations continue to work reliably as systems evolve and update.
Can you integrate custom or proprietary systems?
Yes, we can integrate Shopify with custom or proprietary systems. We work with REST APIs, SOAP APIs, webhooks, file-based integrations, database connections, and custom protocols. We analyze your system's integration capabilities and build appropriate connectors.
How much do third-party integrations cost?
Pricing depends on complexity and systems involved. Simple integrations start from $5,000-$15,000, medium complexity integrations range from $15,000-$40,000, and complex enterprise integrations with multiple systems start at $40,000+. We provide detailed quotes based on your specific requirements.
