Beyond the Hype: Shopify’s Real Role in Enterprise Retail with Teemu Tolonen
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In the latest episode of The FODcast, we were delighted to be joined by Teemu Tolonen, CCO at Woolman, to unpack one of the biggest shifts in digital commerce: how Shopify has quietly become a serious contender in enterprise retail.
As part of Europe’s largest Shopify Plus agency, Teemu brings first-hand insight into what’s driving this change and how retailers are rethinking their technology strategies.
We cover:
- How Shopify’s semi-composable architecture delivers flexibility without complexity
- Why major retailers are seeing considerable cost savings when switching to Shopify Plus
- What brands need to know before migrating - from data readiness to project teams
- How unified customer data is finally solving retail’s online/offline disconnect
- Where AI fits into the future of enterprise commerce
Teemu’s message is clear: Shopify isn’t just for start-ups anymore - it’s reshaping the way global retailers approach technology and growth.
If you’re evaluating your commerce stack or tracking retail tech trends, this one’s a must-listen.
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Chapters
1. Welcome to Season 7 (00:00:00)
2. Introduction to Timu and Woolman (00:02:12)
3. E-commerce Tech Standouts in 2023 (00:04:13)
4. Shopify's Enterprise Evolution (00:06:37)
5. Misconceptions About Shopify Plus (00:12:23)
6. Changing Profile of Shopify Clients (00:17:46)
7. Shopify's Feature Advantages for Enterprise (00:22:24)
8. Success Metrics for Enterprise Migration (00:27:17)
9. Managing Complex Integrations (00:29:51)
10. Project Timeline Considerations (00:35:55)
11. Future of Shopify Builds by 2030 (00:41:26)
12. Final Advice and Closing Thoughts (00:44:47)
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