Wholesale distributor for window covering parts launches B2B E-Commerce platform
Industry Description
Shadeware is a reseller and distributor of parts & accessories for window coverings, including roller shades and motorization. Based in California, the company identified a blue ocean - a need for a B2B E-Commerce platform that doesn't exist in the market.
B2B wholesale is different than retail. Specific features include: volume discounts, optimal packaging, purchase orders, custom shipping methods, warehouse instructions, and more.
Shadeware coulnd't be more impressed by the TOL team. They are professional, skilled, and regularly go the extra mile to make sure they deliver quality work that match our needs. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this team to anyone looking for developers who will do excellent work.”
The Solution
Shadeware - Web Platform Functionality
The following functionality has been developed as part of the Shadeware product:
Quotation System
Given a start and end place, dynamically calculate the price. Recalculate as more information is available (size, multiple stops, additional services)
Economy / Express
We support multiple transporation models, including express (single load) and economic (co-loading at fixed time)
Online Payments
To confirm the order, customers perform payment via credit card or invoices (only available for established customers)
Order Tracking
Once an order is confirmed, track it across the various stages from pick up to delivery. Customers are automatically notified of exceptions
Transportation Documents
Automatic generation of invoices and other transporation documents
Vehicle Types
We support multiple vehicle types, dynamically chosing the right one for the load
Additional Services
Customers can book a range of additional services, including help with loading or unloading, or special insurance
Permissions System
Multiple administrative user types to reflect strict permissioning including client-only administrators, transport-only administrator