The content provides an overview of Shopify’s growth and its ecosystem, particularly focusing on its adoption in Taiwan as of February 2024. Shopify is highlighted as a leading global e-commerce platform, with over 4.8 million brands using it worldwide, a significant increase from 1.7 million in 2021. Notable brands like RHINOSHIELD, Netflix, Tesla, and Nestlé are mentioned as Shopify users.
The article emphasizes the challenges faced by Taiwanese merchants in localizing financial and logistical services for Shopify. Since 2019, Ako has been organizing Shopify Meetups in Taiwan to assist local brands in transitioning to Shopify. Over time, the lack of localized solutions for payments and logistics has been addressed with the support of Taiwanese payment companies, which now offer diverse integration services for Shopify. Additionally, Akohub/AkoCommerce provides logistics solutions, including convenience store pickup and automatic electronic invoicing, simplifying order fulfillment for Taiwanese merchants.
The content underscores the importance of understanding payment collection and logistics processes for both experienced e-commerce veterans and newcomers. It highlights the efforts made to streamline operations for Taiwanese Shopify users, making it easier for them to manage their e-commerce businesses effectively.
