JaniSource

How JaniSource got to Shopify Plus from BigCommerce without a hitch

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JaniSource

JaniSource delivers top-quality janitorial and cleaning solutions nationwide. From eco-friendly supplies to professional-grade equipment, they ensure spotless spaces with ease. Committed to affordability and excellence, JaniSource helps businesses maintain a cleaner, healthier environment. With trusted products and exceptional service, they make cleaning simple and effective.

Client
JaniSource
Industry
Janitorial and cleaning solutions
Duration
2 Months

Objectives

JaniSource aimed to migrate from BigCommerce to Shopify Plus for better scalability and performance.

  1. 01

    Seamless Store Migration

    JaniSource needed to transfer everything (products, orders, customers, vendors, and SEO data) from BigCommerce to Shopify Plus without losing any important information or affecting their business.

  2. 02

    Modern Design Implementation

    They wanted a fresh, visually appealing, and mobile-friendly store that matched their brand and made shopping easier for customers.

  1. 03

    Advanced Shopping Features

    To improve the shopping experience, they required advanced features like better product filtering, a bulk quote request option, and a comparison tool to help customers make informed decisions.

  2. 04

    Scalability And Performance

    The new platform is needed to support business growth by ensuring the website runs smoothly, loads quickly, and remains stable even with increased traffic and sales.

(The Challenges)

What stood in the way.

These were the hurdles standing between JaniSource and a smooth move to Shopify Plus. Each one had to be solved before launch.

  1. Handling Large Data Migration

    Moving over 5,000 products, 30,000 orders, and 34,000 customer records without losing or corrupting data required careful planning.

  2. Preserving SEO Rankings

    Ensuring that search rankings remained intact by accurately mapping URLs and transferring important SEO data like meta titles, descriptions, and image alt text.

  3. Managing Complex Product Logic

    Custom development was needed to handle unique product setups, such as bulk discounts based on variants and specialized shipping rules.

  4. Implementing Custom Features

    Advanced tools like bulk quote forms, product filtering, comparisons, and wishlists required a mix of third-party integrations and custom coding.

  5. Redesigning Extensive Pages

    Rebuilding product pages, blog templates, and static pages while maintaining content and internal links made the process time-consuming and detail-oriented.

(Why Shopify?)

Because growth needs a platform that grows with you.

JaniSource needed more than just a website. They needed a powerful E-commerce engine. Shopify offered exactly that, and more:

  1. S/001

    Built For Conversion

    Tools, analytics, and integrations designed to increase engagement and drive sales.

  2. S/002

    App Ecosystem

    From marketing to logistics, thousands of plug-and-play apps to simplify operations.

  3. S/003

    Design Freedom

    Complete creative control with themes and customizations to make the brand stand out.

  4. S/004

    Global Capabilities

    Multi-currency, multi-language, and region-specific features that support global expansion.

  5. S/005

    Speed & Security

    A fully hosted, lightning-fast, and secure platform that keeps both brand and customers safe.

  6. S/006

    Scalability Without Limits

    From 100 products to 10,000, Shopify scales as you grow, no performance compromises.

How We Made It Happen

  1. 01

    Flawless Data Migration

    We started with a deep dive into JaniSource’s BigCommerce data: 5,000+ products, 30,000 orders, 34,000 customers. Every detail was mapped, cleaned, and transferred with precision. Plus, we set up 301 redirects to make sure no SEO ranking was lost.

  2. 02

    A Design That Works

    We didn’t just give JaniSource a new look. We gave them a better shopping experience. A sleek, responsive design with:

    • Sticky headers & breadcrumb navigation for easy browsing.
    • Dynamic filtering to help customers find products fast.
    • Visually engaging banners & featured sections to highlight key products.
  3. 03

    Powerful Features for B2B & B2C

    We integrated the right tools to simplify complex buying processes:

    • Bulk Quote Form: Easy inquiries for large orders.
    • Advanced Filtering: Custom-built to handle extensive product attributes & tags.
    • Wishlist & Product Comparison: Helping customers make better buying decisions.
    • Custom Floor Finish Calculator: A smart tool to calculate product usage based on area.
  4. 04

    SEO & Marketing Boost

    A platform migration shouldn’t mean losing traffic. We ensured:

    • SEO Transfer: Meta titles, descriptions, alt text: all moved over correctly.
    • Klaviyo Integration: Personalized email marketing for customer retention.
    • Social Media Feeds & Promo Banners: Keeping customers engaged with real-time updates.
  5. 05

    Testing & Seamless Launch

    Before flipping the switch, we ran extensive testing across devices and browsers. Every link was checked, the checkout flow was optimized, and performance was fine-tuned for speed & stability. The result? A smooth go-live with zero disruptions.

(The Impact?)

A Store That’s Built to Win.

01

100% data accuracy

No missing orders, no lost customers.

Janitorial supplies, cloths and spray bottles on a shelf
  1. 02

    Faster, smoother shopping

    Better navigation, mobile-friendly, and lightning-fast.

  2. 03

    B2B & B2C ready

    Bulk orders, advanced filtering, and seamless checkout.

  3. 04

    SEO locked in

    Rankings safe, organic traffic up.

(Final takeaway)
JaniSource didn’t just switch platforms. They upgraded their entire eCommerce experience. Now, they’re equipped to scale, sell, and serve customers better than ever. And that’s exactly what we do at ITGeeks: help businesses make their next move, the best one yet.

Project Timeline

2 Months

Design & set up a Shopify store for JaniSource

Technologies Used

  • Shopify REST API
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery
  • Shopify Theme Liquid
  • Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator

The Team Behind The Success

  • Full Stack Developers
  • UI UX designers
  • Migration Experts
  • Team Lead & Project Manager

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