What are the B2B Features on Shopify?

B2B checkout

At the time of purchase, using the B2B checkout feature, customers can check the conditions of their allocated payments, their payment options, and view wholesale discounts (if available). 

Blended stores

When setting up your Shopify store, you can use the blended store feature. This feature means you can cater for both B2B and D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) orders. It allows you to personalise your Shopify store by editing your theme for B2B customers.

There are some features that work to the same effect for both B2B and D2C orders. For example, notifications, the log-in page, and abandoned cart emails remain the same for both. 

Dedicated stores

Using the dedicated store feature, you can customise settings for business customers in a separate store without having to modify the code. Users can activate gift cards and discount vouchers using the dedicated store functionality.

It also means that you can quickly alter the navigation and theme of your B2B store. Setting up any existing connections, building a new shop, and maintaining dedicated store settings are all necessary when opening a dedicated store for B2B transactions. 

You can choose between a dedicated or blended store for your Shopify site. It just depends on which lends itself best to your way of working. Explore both options before choosing which feature is best suited for your Shopify Plus store. 

Net-payment options

Shopify Plus allows you to track and collect orders as they are due. The net-payment feature also automatically assigns payment terms in admin, meaning less manual admin. 

Vince Hollywood, Head of Engineering at Velstar, said: “The big thing I enjoy about the B2B features is that they’re so straightforward to set up. 

“Setting customer-specific pricing in a pricing list is such a powerful feature. 

“Net payment terms? I sorted with net 7/15/30/60/90 for company profiles. Easy re-ordering is also a great feature for customers who order frequently!”

Think it’s time to update your Shopify store?

If you’re not sure when is the right time to make the move to Shopify Plus, we understand. It can be daunting to move away from something you know and love. Especially when it means so much to your ecommerce business. 

That’s why we’ve put together the all-important guide: When Should You Upgrade to Shopify Plus?

However, if you’ve already decided to migrate to Shopify Plus, here are The Secrets to Building and Scaling a Shopify Plus Store.

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