BigCommerce and Silk Commerce Launch Distributed Ecommerce Hub to Power Scalable Storefront Networks for Dealers, Distributors and Franchises
Rhea-AI Summary
BigCommerce (BIGC) and Silk Commerce have launched the Distributed Ecommerce Hub, a new solution enabling manufacturers and franchisors to create and manage multiple ecommerce storefronts across distributed networks. Built on BigCommerce's B2B Edition and Multi-Storefront capabilities, the platform allows organizations to establish hundreds or thousands of storefronts with centralized control over branding, catalog, and reporting.
The solution features a turnkey portal experience developed by Silk Commerce, enabling brands to launch new stores, assign catalogs, manage themes, and monitor network-wide performance. Key applications include dealer and distributor enablement, franchise storefront management, regional ecommerce rollout, and direct selling storefront provisioning.
Positive
- Launch of new scalable solution expanding BigCommerce's B2B capabilities
- Strategic partnership with Silk Commerce enhancing product offering
- Potential for significant customer base expansion in B2B2X segment
- Addresses growing market demand for distributed ecommerce infrastructure
Negative
- No immediate revenue impact or financial metrics disclosed
- Success depends on market adoption and implementation
News Market Reaction
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New solution gives manufacturers and franchisors the tools to launch and manage ecommerce storefronts across complex distributed networks
AUSTIN, Texas, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC), an open SaaS, composable ecommerce platform for fast-growing and established B2C and B2B brands and retailers, today announced the launch of Distributed Ecommerce Hub, a new joint solution with systems integrator and digital commerce agency Silk Commerce. Distributed Ecommerce Hub empowers manufacturers, brands and franchisors to rapidly create and centrally manage branded ecommerce storefronts for their dealer, distributor or franchise networks.
Developed in response to growing demand for scalable B2B2X ecommerce infrastructure, Distributed Ecommerce Hub allows organizations to create hundreds or even thousands of storefronts with centralized control over branding, catalog and reporting while still offering local flexibility for each partner. The platform is designed for businesses that have outgrown traditional multi-storefront architecture or need deeper enablement across distributed sales channels.
“Distributed Ecommerce Hub represents a step change in how manufacturers, distributors and franchises can approach ecommerce at scale,” said Lance Owide, general manager of B2B at BigCommerce. “Rather than treating each new storefront as a new custom project, brands can now enable their entire network from a single platform, accelerating time to market, improving partner performance and increasing channel control while also maintaining brand consistency and quality.”
Distributed Ecommerce Hub is built on top of BigCommerce’s powerful B2B Edition and Multi-Storefront capabilities, but extends those features through a turnkey portal experience developed by Silk Commerce. From this portal, brands can launch new stores, assign catalogs, manage themes and track performance across their entire network. Key use cases include:
- Dealer and distributor enablement for manufacturers
- Franchise storefront management with brand control
- Regional ecommerce rollout for global brands
- Direct Selling storefront provisioning
“We designed Distributed Ecommerce Hub to meet the needs of complex, distributed organizations who want to scale ecommerce without sacrificing control,” said Michael Payne, vice president of Silk Commerce. “By combining BigCommerce’s flexible, open platform with our deep systems integration experience, we’ve created a powerful solution that can support anything from five storefronts to 5,000 – or even more.”
Distributed Ecommerce Hub is now available to manufacturers, franchisors and partner-led businesses globally. For more information, visit https://www.bigcommerce.com/blog/distributed-ecommerce-hub/
About BigCommerce
BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC) is a leading open SaaS and composable ecommerce platform that empowers brands, retailers, manufacturers and distributors of all sizes to build, innovate and grow their businesses online. BigCommerce provides its customers sophisticated professional-grade functionality, customization and performance with simplicity and ease-of-use. Tens of thousands of B2C and B2B companies across 150 countries and numerous industries rely on BigCommerce, including Coldwater Creek, Harvey Nichols, King Arthur Baking Co., MKM Building Supplies, United Aqua Group and Uplift Desk. For more information, please visit www.bigcommerce.com or follow us on X and LinkedIn.
About Silk Commerce
Silk Commerce is a digital commerce agency and systems integrator specializing in high-performance ecommerce solutions for enterprise businesses. With expertise in ERP integration, custom portal development, and composable architectures, Silk Commerce helps brands accelerate digital transformation and streamline complex ecommerce operations. For more information, visit www.silkcommerce.com.
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Media contact:
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