Timing depends on catalog size, page and blog volume, design scope, subscriptions, reviews, integrations, markets, data quality, and approvals. The plan should include CSV or app validation, storefront and checkout testing, URL redirects, domain cutover, analytics checks, and post-launch stabilization.
Include content and review time in the estimate
A polished site can contain substantial migration work beyond its product count: editorial pages, galleries, subscriptions, forms, and brand-specific templates. Review these alongside the catalog and order history before estimating. The availability of product information, imagery, and feedback often affects the schedule as much as development.
Break the plan into approved design, validated sample data, complete content, tested commerce settings, and launch rehearsal. Reserve time for corrections after the merchant reviews realistic pages and orders. A quick import is only one step; the launch date also depends on operational readiness and who can make final decisions.
What to check before deciding
- Count content types and dependencies as well as products.
- Confirm brand assets, copy, and merchant review availability.
- Test imports and complete buying journeys before cutover.
- Agree launch responsibilities and the support window.
