Empowering B2B E-Commerce with a Unified Platform for Distributors, Manufacturers

In episode 53 of the “Inside Dynamics Communities” podcast, Ryan Gonzales, Senior Sales Director of Dynamics Communities and Summit NA, and Pam Misialek, Community Director of Dynamics Communities and Summit NA, are joined by Jeff Seidel, Enterprise Partner Manager, Amla Commerce (Creator of Artifi and Znode), and Tom Flierl, Chief Commercial Officer, Amla Commerce (Creator of Artifi and Znode).

The group discusses Znode’s role in enabling manufacturers to set up B2B stores and manage digital business models efficiently.

This episode is sponsored by Community Summit North America, the largest independent gathering of the Microsoft Business Applications ecosystem, taking place Oct. 13-17, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. Register today to connect with thousands of users across the Microsoft business applications ecosystem at the for user, by user event.

Key Takeaways

• Overview: Znode is a B2B e-commerce platform developed by Amla Commerce, focusing on mid-market to enterprise distributors and manufacturers.
• Single platform to manage requirements: Distributors and manufacturers have distinct needs in e-commerce. Distributors require a flexible platform to manage dynamic data models, import product catalogs, and handle multiple storefronts centrally. Manufacturers focus on channel enablement, providing a portal for dealers and distributors to manage orders, quotes, and custom products efficiently. Znode supports both by offering a single platform to manage these diverse requirements.
• Manage digital business: Many manufacturers want to set up a B2B store to expose their catalog globally, attract new dealers or distributors, and sell more products, including aftermarket items. Znode allows them to manage these digital business models in one admin and database. Additionally, manufacturers can enable dealers or distributors to manage their own stores, providing them with the tools to handle e-commerce operations without incurring infrastructure costs.
• Amla Commerce at Summit NA: Znode by Amla Commerce will be at Booth #1548 at Community Summit NA 2024. If you’re using Business Central, Dynamics GP, or F&O and have e-commerce on your roadmap, consider stopping by the booth. Additionally, if you’re on a legacy platform like NAV, SL, or AX and are beginning digital transformation, e-commerce can be a valuable step.