BigCommerce
BigCommerce is a SaaS eCommerce platform designed to support both B2B and B2C merchants with built-in capabilities for customised catalogues, pricing, and API-driven integrations. The platform is published by BigCommerce Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIGC).
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BigCommerce
BigCommerce provides a cloud-hosted digital commerce platform with native features for managing B2B buyers, pricing structures, and account-specific catalogues. Its B2B Edition combines the core BigCommerce platform with capabilities powered by the BigCommerce B2B Edition (formerly BundleB2B).
The platform is built for:
- Manufacturers
- Distributors
- Wholesalers
- Retailers with B2B requirements
Deployment Model:
- Fully hosted SaaS (cloud)
Architecture & Positioning:
- SaaS platform with API-first architecture
- REST and GraphQL API support
- Supports headless commerce implementations
- B2B Edition adds features including corporate accounts and quoting workflows (delivered through a packaged set of applications)
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Why businesses choose BigCommerce for B2B
BigCommerce positions itself as a flexible, modern commerce platform with built-in B2B tooling and an API-driven architecture suited for integration-heavy environments. Its open ecosystem and SaaS model allow businesses to scale without managing hosting or upgrades.
Verifiable B2B Features:
- Corporate account management with buyer roles and permissions (via B2B Edition)
- Custom price lists and customer-specific catalogues
- Request-for-quote (RFQ) tools (via B2B Edition)
- Punchout support through third-party integrations
- Multi-storefront capabilities
- Multi-currency and multi-language support
- REST and GraphQL APIs for storefront and data operations
- Headless storefront support
Notable Clients:
- SC Johnson
- Ben & Jerry’s (Unilever brand; Unilever is publicly listed)
- Molton Brown (parent company Kao Corporation is publicly listed)
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Rixxo doesn’t resell platforms; we help you choose the best one based on your operational needs. If BigCommerce is the right fit, we’ll say so. If not, we’ll help you find one that is.
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Resources to move you forward
Get a framework you can apply now to help choose the best eCommerce platform for your B2B business.
Watch our pre-recorded webinar: How to choose the best B2B eCommerce platform. Featuring Chris Gee & Hugh Pembroke.
Download a free RFP template to help you find the platform that meets your company's needs, budget, and long-term objectives.
How Rixxo can help
Rixxo doesn’t resell platforms; we help you choose the best one based on your operational needs. If BigCommerce is the right fit, we’ll say so. If not, we’ll help you find one that is.
FAQs
There is no single "best" B2B eCommerce platform, only the one that best fits your business needs, people, and processes. Traditional platform selection focuses on features rather than solving real business challenges. We take a needs-driven approach, ensuring that platform selection is based on how well it aligns with your workflows, goals, and growth strategy, not just on a checklist of features.
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Our Platform Selection Service helps businesses evaluate their requirements, assess platform capabilities, and make informed decisions supporting long-term growth and efficiency.
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