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Chrysantos: Building a Scalable Multi-Currency Shipping Solution for Global Reach
Chrysantos, founded in 2005 in Australia by Tony Crisafi, has revolutionized the ceramic industry with its commitment to producing safe, affordable, and vibrant colors. With its manufacturing now based offshore, the company employs a dedicated team focused on research and development to deliver exceptional products that meet the highest standards of quality control.
The Chrysantos website lacked an efficient shipping solution that could accommodate their complex needs. WooCommerce's default shipping modules were insufficient for handling the diverse shipping requirements, such as multi-currency support, customizable shipping rates, and the ability to integrate with multiple carriers like FedEx. The challenge lay in creating a highly customizable, scalable shipping module that not only supported these requirements but also simplified the management process for the business.
To overcome these challenges, we developed a custom shipping module integrated with WooCommerce. This module allowed the business to handle two distinct shipping categories, EUB and FedEx, with FedEx further divided into International Priority (IP) and International Economy (IE). We enabled the calculation of shipping costs in six currencies and incorporated the ability to import pricing via Excel files, eliminating manual updates for shipping rates. An admin interface was created to allow easy modifications to shipping settings without requiring code changes. Furthermore, we integrated Stripe for secure payments, ensuring seamless order processing. This comprehensive solution streamlined the shipping process, offered customers a flexible and intuitive checkout experience, and reduced administrative overhead.
The custom shipping module transformed Chrysantos’ website into a fully operational ecommerce platform. Customers can now view products and shipping costs in their preferred currency, while invoices are generated in any of the six supported currencies. The streamlined admin interface empowers the business to efficiently update shipping rates and settings, ensuring accurate pricing and an improved user experience. Overall, the website now reflects a modern, scalable solution tailored to meet the demands of an international market.
"We highly recommend this Agency. Very professional and very instrumental in advising us on the best approach to our project. We will certainly work with them again in the near future."
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