E-commerce Case Study
Legacy Ecommerce Digital Transformation: Enhancing Stability, Security and Scalability
Legacy Ecommerce × Arkency — from unstable deployments and security vulnerabilities to zero downtime and 3-minute rollbacks.
Executive Summary
A leading ecommerce company partnered with Arkency to enhance its digital platform. The collaboration led to significant improvements in website stability, deployment efficiency, and system security.
Key Results:
- Uninterrupted Performance: Achieved continuous uptime for customers.
- Quicker Deployment: Reduced rollback time from 30 minutes to 3 minutes.
- Secure Codebase: Updated all dependencies, eliminating security vulnerabilities.
About the Client
A well-established, family-owned company and a major player in the B2B ecommerce space. Operating globally, the company runs a B2B website that enables customers to configure and order products directly.
Objectives
To maintain its industry leadership and support business growth, the client aimed to:
- Enhance Website Stability: Ensure a reliable online platform for customers.
- Optimize Deployment Processes: Improve efficiency and reduce risks associated with updates.
- Modernize Technology Stack: Update dependencies to improve security and maintainability.
Solutions Implemented
Enhanced Monitoring
Implementing observability tools to gain real-time insights into system performance and proactively address potential issues.
Optimized ERP Communication
Improving communication between the e-commerce platform and the ERP system, ensuring smooth data flow and reducing bottlenecks.
Streamlined Deployment
Refined processes to enable rapid rollbacks and safer updates.
Comprehensive Updates
Brought all dependencies up to date, aligning with industry best practices.
Technology & Tools
The Team
- Team Size
- A small, focused Arkency team of 3, working in close collaboration with the client's internal specialists.
- Duration
- Multi-phase engagement spanning several months, with ongoing improvements.
Results
1. Stable Website Performance
Achieved zero downtime, enhancing customer trust and satisfaction.
2. Efficient Deployments
Reduced rollback time to 3 minutes, enhancing operational agility.
3. Secure and Maintainable Systems
Eliminated security vulnerabilities, ensuring long-term reliability and reducing technical debt.
Conclusion
Through strategic collaboration with Arkency, the client reinforced its dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction. By modernizing its digital infrastructure, the company is now better equipped to meet the evolving needs of its clients while ensuring long-term operational efficiency.
Why Arkency?
Legacy System Expertise
Specialized knowledge in modernizing and stabilizing complex legacy systems without disrupting operations.
ERP Integration Mastery
Deep understanding of how to bridge modern web applications with ERP systems.
Security-First Mindset
Commitment to eliminating vulnerabilities and implementing best practices for long-term security.
Proven Stability
Track record of transforming unstable applications into reliable, mission-critical systems.
Incremental Improvement
Focus on low-risk, high-impact changes that deliver immediate value while building toward long-term goals.
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