Corporate & B2B portals

Enhancing Online Experience for Custom Print Services and Design Options

This portfolio entry showcases how we enhanced an eCommerce platform specializing in custom print services. Our approach streamlined the ordering process, improved catalog visibility, and provided options for online design, which significantly transformed the clients' interaction with their users.

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The challenge

Context and Problem

The client specializes in offering a wide range of customizable print products, including business cards, flyers, and signage. Customers frequently faced challenges navigating the complex ordering process and finding relevant product information, which led to friction in the customer journey.

Goals

The objective was to enhance the user experience through a more intuitive ordering interface that allows customers to more easily select design options, upload artwork, and discover products that suit their needs.

The solution

Solution Overview

We implemented a comprehensive eCommerce solution that focused on improving the structural organization of the product catalog and simplifying the ordering flow. Customers can now seamlessly browse products and interact with a user-friendly design upload interface.

Implementation Approach

The project was executed in stages, focusing on user feedback to refine the ordering experience. Key phases included restructuring the product categories, developing a clearer navigation menu, and integrating an online design option that meets user needs.

What was built

  • Online ordering capabilities that allow for easy product selection and customization.
  • Enhanced catalog structure that makes it easier for customers to find the services they need.
  • Options for customers to upload designs and create their own custom artwork directly online.
  • An optimized customer flow from product discovery to purchase, minimizing friction and confusion.

How it fits the order workflow

The transformed platform supports customers from initial quote requests through to the fulfillment of their print jobs, establishing a direct line of communication between design submission and printing processes. This streamlined integration significantly benefits both the customer experience and operational efficiency.

Outcome

As a result of these enhancements, the client has seen improved customer interactions with a clearer path from inquiry to order placement, leading to a more efficient workflow within their operations. The changes have facilitated a smoother process not only for users looking to place orders but also for the team managing print production.

What the workflow covers

  • Faster order-to-production handoff

    Moves orders forward with clearer steps and fewer back-and-forth messages, helping production start sooner once details and artwork are complete.

  • Cleaner catalog navigation signals

    Supports a more organized catalog structure so customers find the right print service faster, reducing abandoned journeys caused by confusion.

  • Fewer missing artwork issues

    Standardizes design upload and required information collection, reducing situations where the team must chase files, sizes, or print specs.

  • Consistent customer communication

    Automatically sends key updates so buyers know what happens next—especially helpful for proof requests and approval-style print workflows.

  • Better internal visibility

    Improves clarity on where each order stands (new, needs artwork, needs approval, ready for print), so teams coordinate smoothly.

  • Reduced manual admin work

    Cuts repetitive copy/paste and status checking by keeping order details organized and triggering the right next step automatically.

  • Scales with product variety

    Works well when you offer many product types and options, with routing rules that keep complex ordering from becoming chaotic.

  • Improved customer confidence

    A clearer ordering experience and timely updates help customers feel in control, increasing trust when buying customized print items.

Questions about this project

It’s designed for print providers and custom product sellers who handle multiple product types, customer artwork uploads, and an approval-style flow. It helps standardize ordering, proof collection, and internal handoffs. For guided setup and monitoring, a Pro plan is recommended.

By standardizing required fields (paper/finish, sizes, quantities, delivery notes), validating missing items, and ensuring every order reaches the right queue with the right files. Pro plan users can add advanced checks and escalation reminders.

It helps organize product discovery, captures order details and design files, routes the order for review/production, and triggers customer updates at key moments (confirmation, proof request, ready for print). Pro users can add more rules and alerts for edge cases.

No. It complements your existing storefront by organizing what happens after customers choose products—collecting details, routing work, and keeping everyone updated. Pro plans are helpful for connecting multiple tools into one reliable flow.

Yes. You can set routing rules by product category so each item follows the right checklist and internal process. If your catalog is large, Pro plan assistance can speed up mapping and reduce setup time.

Yes. The flow supports collecting artwork files and key specs (size, finish, quantity) in a structured way so your team doesn’t chase missing information. A Pro plan helps with better tracking, retry logic, and safer file handling at scale.

It can support an online design step by capturing customer selections and final exported files, then passing them into your review/production process. If you need a more tailored design-to-proof flow, Pro plan support can help refine it.

A basic setup can be done quickly if your categories and rules are clear. More complex catalogs and approval steps take longer due to testing and message templates. A Pro plan is recommended for faster go-live and fewer surprises.

Common messages include order confirmation, next-step instructions for artwork, proof/approval requests, and status updates. You can also add internal notifications for rush orders. Pro plans make it easier to maintain consistent templates and branding.

Provide your product categories, required order fields, message templates (confirmation/proof requests), and the rules your team follows for review and production. Pro plan onboarding can help you document the process and configure it correctly.

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