{"id":43186,"date":"2026-03-30T15:41:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T13:41:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.striped-giraffe.com\/expertise\/e-commerce-neu-2\/"},"modified":"2026-04-09T15:28:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T13:28:28","slug":"e-commerce","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.striped-giraffe.com\/en\/expertise\/e-commerce\/","title":{"rendered":"E-Commerce"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; full_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; bg_type=&#8221;video&#8221; video_url=&#8221;\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/SG-Video-E-Commerce-210116-final-1400px-RZ-d-4mb.mp4&#8243; video_opts=&#8221;loop,muted&#8221; video_poster=&#8221;id^20760|url^https:\/\/www.striped-giraffe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/video_still_ecommerce.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^video_still_ecommerce|description^null&#8221; video_poster_mobile=&#8221;id^21696|url^https:\/\/www.striped-giraffe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/placeholder_mobile_ecommerce_v4.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^placeholder_mobile_ecommerce_v4|description^null&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1611486628530{background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;slideInUp&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ef6c00;\">E<\/span><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">-Commerce<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;closetotop&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1609844996078{padding-top: 50px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69ca7a0a-0fc8-8394-be24-8cb1cfbae19c-32\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-44\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"95c22f5a-6a7a-4e6f-bc1b-180d5a15557f\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"160\"><strong>We connect e-commerce architecture, operating model, and organization &#8211; so digital commerce initiatives become efficient, transparent, and economically effective.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=&#8221;black&#8221; border_width=&#8221;5&#8243; el_width=&#8221;10&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1609845029454{margin-top: 50px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774534026126{margin-bottom: 100px !important;padding-top: 100px !important;padding-bottom: 100px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"823\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"823\">E-commerce is not driven by technology alone,<br data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"501\" \/>but by the ability to control it &#8211; and by intelligent systems.<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;How we support you&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:%23ansatz&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;35&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1659959216452{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1o26jvw\" data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"452\">Our perspective<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;132px&#8221;]<div class=\"aio-icon-component    style_1\"><div id=\"Info-box-wrap-9856\" class=\"aio-icon-box square_box-icon\" style=\"border-color:#d7d7d7;border-style:dashed;border-width:2px;\"  ><div class=\"aio-icon-square_box\"><div class=\"ult-just-icon-wrapper  \"><div class=\"align-icon\" style=\"text-align:center;\">\n<div class=\"aio-icon square \"  style=\"color:#333;background:#ffffff;font-size:32px;display:inline-block;\">\n\t<i class=\"Defaults-info-circle\"><\/i>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"aio-icon-description ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-box-wrap-9856 .aio-icon-description'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}'  style=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"hry8m9\" data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"130\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"130\">What is an E-Commerce Operating Model?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"278\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">An e-commerce operating model defines how organizations, systems, and governance work together to effectively execute digital commerce initiatives.<\/p>\n<p><\/div> <!-- description --><\/div> <!-- aio-icon-box --><\/div> <!-- aio-icon-component -->[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775146812324{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69ca7a0a-0fc8-8394-be24-8cb1cfbae19c-35\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-50\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"23ba7503-bff1-4513-aff2-2dd9bda8e1f0\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"402\">Many e-commerce initiatives already come with strong technological foundations &#8211; platforms, features, and budgets are in place.<br data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"244\" \/>What ultimately determines success, however, is how effectively organizations are able to integrate, manage, and collectively drive these initiatives forward.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"455\">Successful e-commerce systems are characterized by:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"740\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ovdly9\" data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"514\">full transparency across initiatives and dependencies<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"16gep9g\" data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"585\">clearly defined responsibilities between IT and business functions<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1m3h3mv\" data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"638\">integrated systems instead of isolated solutions<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ezpv8u\" data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"687\">predictable execution with reliable outcomes<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1s1l9we\" data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"740\">shared commitment across the entire organization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"784\"><strong data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"784\">This is exactly where we come in.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"997\">As an e-commerce consultancy, we do not build isolated shops or features.<br data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"862\" \/>We design e-commerce strategies, architectures, and operating models that make digital systems controllable and economically effective.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1083\">By incorporating AI, we further enhance this ability to manage and steer complexity:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1246\">\n<li data-section-id=\"azbuq3\" data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1143\">more accurate predictions for initiatives and outcomes<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"101iy\" data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1194\">early identification of risks and dependencies<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"xi5xpk\" data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1246\">data-driven prioritization instead of intuition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1378\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The result is a commerce system that doesn\u2019t just react &#8211;\u00a0<br data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1307\" \/>but anticipates, evolves, and delivers meaningful customer experiences.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1378\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<h3 data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"789\">\ud83d\udc49\u00a0<strong><a href=\"mailto:experts@striped-giraffe.com\">Let&#8217;s get started<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;35&#8243; bg_type=&#8221;bg_color&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774530085615{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-left: 50px !important;padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221; bg_color_value=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">The real<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">challenge<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1609846990086{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"177\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"177\">Too many isolated and fragmented systems. Too little control and integration.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"282\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">In many organizations, e-commerce is technologically advanced &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><br data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"244\" \/><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">but operationally difficult to manage:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"542\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ib3lg9\" data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"348\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">IT operates separately from sales, marketing, and operations<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1bumrjc\" data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"406\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">initiatives compete instead of reinforcing each other<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"aeaa8\" data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"435\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">roadmaps are not aligned<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1fd3xxy\" data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"504\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">dependencies remain invisible until they put initiatives at risk<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"rjrpwr\" data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"542\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">outcomes are difficult to predict<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"612\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"559\">The result:<\/strong><\/span><br data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"562\" \/><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Investments increase &#8211; while impact remains unclear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;35&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774863875714{padding-top: 100px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;ansatz&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Our approach<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775146782184{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1rxk57d\" data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"152\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"152\">Commerce Operating Model &amp; Architecture<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"255\">We connect two layers of modern e-commerce systems that are typically treated separately in practice:<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"w8j3c9\" data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"287\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"287\">1. System Architecture<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"443\">\n<li data-section-id=\"4e0ntf\" data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"341\">platform strategy (composable, MACH, integration)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hfijs7\" data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"378\">data flows and system landscapes<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ib8crq\" data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"416\">scalable, maintainable structures<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1kcxs19\" data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"443\">end-to-end integration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"il5793\" data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"476\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"476\">2. Operational Steering<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"674\">\n<li data-section-id=\"5ozk0f\" data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"527\">clear responsibilities and decision frameworks<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ovdnsi\" data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"580\">transparency across initiatives and dependencies<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1iy3nn3\" data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"613\">goal-oriented prioritization<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1f1vfya\" data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"636\">reliable execution<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9bvtnx\" data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"674\">alignment between business and IT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"829\">Where appropriate, we enhance this steering logic with data-driven insights and intelligent models &#8211; improving forecasts and strengthening decision-making.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"909\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><span style=\"color: #ef6c00;\"><strong data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"909\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Only when these elements work together does a system truly deliver impact.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;35&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774880249865{margin-top: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;43108&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.striped-giraffe.com\/en\/e-book-ai-in-ecommerce\/&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;35&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774880249865{margin-top: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"240\">As an e-commerce consultancy, we help organizations structure their systems and operating models so that commerce initiatives deliver measurable results.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"267\"><strong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"267\">Our services include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"600\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1l8pjy\" data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"316\">designing scalable e-commerce architectures<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1sgsmam\" data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"367\">defining clear operating models for e-commerce<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"16mnqy3\" data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"446\">integrating existing system landscapes (ERP, CRM, PIM, commerce platforms)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"l5oi4t\" data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"521\">structuring collaboration between IT, marketing, sales, and operations<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1wqkp4p\" data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"600\">establishing transparency across initiatives, dependencies, and priorities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;35&#8243; bg_type=&#8221;bg_color&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774530128346{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-left: 50px !important;padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221; bg_color_value=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">What we change <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">in practice<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775146903732{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"r2yxr3\" data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"173\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\" role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"173\">1. Clear organization instead of fragmented responsibility<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"305\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">We define who makes decisions and on what basis.<\/span><br data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"226\" \/><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Interfaces between IT, commerce, and business functions are clearly structured.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1flwcwi\" data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"360\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\" role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"360\">2. Transparency as an operational system<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"465\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">No more isolated roadmaps.<\/span><br data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"391\" \/><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">All initiatives, dependencies, and progress become visible and manageable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"s4pna2\" data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"524\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\" role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"524\">3. Steering aligned with business objectives<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"679\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">We align initiatives consistently with the company\u2019s key performance indicators &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><br data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"609\" \/><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">with a focus on purpose, revenue, time-to-market, and cost efficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1lwty9i\" data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"715\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\" role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"715\">4. Reliable execution<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"753\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Less process overhead, more clarity:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"925\">\n<li data-section-id=\"csdh6w\" data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"805\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">realistic planning instead of wishful thinking<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ixsfq0\" data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"859\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">continuous forecasting instead of static roadmaps<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"689zk3\" data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"925\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">alignment and involvement across IT and business stakeholders<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1a055on\" data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"965\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\" role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"965\">5. Breaking down IT silos<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"996\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">We connect systems and teams:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1136\">\n<li data-section-id=\"4cnt3e\" data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1066\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">integration of all systems into end-to-end operational processes<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"p1fqn8\" data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1136\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">fostering a shared mindset through commitment to a common purpose<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;35&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1774533700439{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Your results<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775146103390{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"169\">An e-commerce system that not only works &#8211; 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