How do Connection Between Magento 2.x / Adobe Commerce 2.x & PIM

“PIM[Product Information Management] is used to store product data & centralize product-related data, streamlining the process of updating and managing accurate information through Omni & other sales and marketing channels.”

There are multiple third party extension available as below

[a] Pimcore-Magento Connector

https://pimcore.com/en/developers/marketplace/divante-ltd/pimcore-magento2-bridge_e7746

[b] Magento 2 Viamedici PIM Integration

[c] Magento 2 Akeneo Connector

https://webkul.com/blog/magento2-akeneo-connector/

Comparison Between Magento 2.x / Adobe Commerce 2.x & Big Commerce

TitleAdobe CommerceBigCommerce
Ownership and LicensingOwnership and Licensing: Adobe Commerce is a self-hosted platform that requires hosting and maintenance by the user or their chosen hosting provider. It offers both a free open-source version (formerly known as Magento Open Source) and a paid enterprise version (formerly known as Magento Commerce). BigCommerce is a fully hosted platform, meaning that hosting and server management are handled by BigCommerce, and users pay a subscription fee to access the platform.
Customization and FlexibilityAdobe Commerce, especially the open-source version, offers extensive customization options, allowing users to modify and tailor their online stores to meet specific business needs. It provides access to the platform’s source code, allowing for deep customization and integration with third-party extensions.BigCommerce, while also customizable, has certain limitations compared to Adobe Commerce, as it does not provide access to the source code
Scalability and Enterprise FeaturesAdobe Commerce is often favored by larger enterprises due to its robust scalability and advanced enterprise features. It offers powerful capabilities for handling large catalogs, complex product configurations, multi-store management, and extensive integrations with enterprise systemsBigCommerce, while suitable for small to medium-sized businesses, may have certain limitations when it comes to handling large-scale enterprise operations.
Pricing and CostAdobe Commerce, particularly the enterprise version, tends to have higher pricing compared to BigCommerce. Adobe Commerce’s licensing fees and hosting costs, combined with the need for technical expertise to manage the self-hosted platform, can make it a more costly option.BigCommerce, being a fully hosted solution, offers pricing plans based on the features and services provided, which can be more cost-effective for businesses that prefer a hosted solution without the need for self-hosting.
Integrations and App MarketplaceAdobe Commerce provide integrations with popular payment gateways, shipping providers, and third-party applications. However, Adobe Commerce has a larger ecosystem of extensions and integrations, thanks to its history as an open-source platform with an active developer community.BigCommerce also support integrations with popular payment gateways, shipping providers, and third-party applications.
It also offers an app marketplace with various integrations and extensions, though it may not have the same depth and breadth as Adobe Commerce.

How Do 3D Design Integration in Magento 2.x / Adobe Commerce 2.x


Why require 3D Design Technology

Ecommerce store should be integrate with 3D Design based technology to increase sales revenue & boost ecommerce sales, once Ecommerce store integrate with 3D Design based technology, it delivers awesome product’s images experience, customer able to watch images 3D Dimension base.

By using 3D Design product Image representation that display interactive way. With a 3D model, customer have option what part of the object they’d like to watch as Zoom in / out.

Once 3D Integrate with Ecommerce Store, following below features applicable.

  • Ecommerce Store allow for Customization / configuration of products images in a Browser / Mobile App based, once select from virtual mode.
  • Ecommerce Store allow to show interactive, 360-degree views of products on an e-commerce shopping website / store / app
  • Ecommerce Store allow to show product’s images like real physical environment
  • Ecommerce Store support AR for customers to preview products or experience services in their own environment and on their own time, before electing to make a purchase.
  • Ecommerce Store support for Immersive multimedia and video gaming experiences
  • Ecommerce Store support Digital product showrooms which present 3D models of products
  • Ecommerce Store support for Metaverse shopping in 3D based technology

To Integrate Magento 2.x / Adobe Commerce 2.x with 3D Based Design:: the following below extension need to install.

https://marketplace.magento.com/vieweronline3d-product3dviewer.html

What is General Data Protection Regulation [ GDPR ]

What is the GDPR?


GDPR full form e General Data Protection Regulation. GDPR introduce on 25th May 2018 as the new European Union Regulation, replacing the Data Protection Directive (DPD) and The UK Data Protection Act 1998.

To Provide privacy of data for EU citizens, in relation to the storage, processing and handling of personal data. Personal data includes data that can identify an individual directly by using following below user’s data

  • User’s Name
  • User’s Address
  • User’s Contact Information
  • User’s Date of Birth
  • User’s Health Records
  • User’s Photographs
  • User’s Resumes
  • User’s Driver’s License

What is the use of GDPR?

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is to protect individuals’ fundamental rights and freedoms, particularly their right to protection of their personal data.

GDPR Example

By using website Using tracking/advertising cookies.
To Send marketing emails or newsletters.
To Share personal data with other companies for commercial purposes.

7 Principles of GDPR