We’ve been building ecommerce experiences for a while now. But today, we’re making it official.
Broadplace is now a Shopify Partner — and we’re proud of it.
What Does Shopify Partner Status Actually Mean?
It’s a fair question. The internet is full of agencies claiming to be ‘experts’ in everything, so we want to be straightforward about what this means — and what it doesn’t.
Becoming a Shopify Partner means we’re recognised within the Shopify ecosystem for our ability to build and support stores on the platform. It gives us access to Shopify’s tools, resources, and support channels — all of which translate directly into better outcomes for the clients we work with.
What it means in practice:
- We build on Shopify with confidence, not guesswork
- We stay current with platform updates, new features, and best practice
- We have a direct line into Shopify’s partner network when we need it
- Our clients benefit from working with an agency that’s properly embedded in the platform
It’s not a badge we’ve hung on the wall. It’s a reflection of the work we’ve been doing — and a commitment to keep doing it properly.
We’re Also on the Fast Track Shopify Plus Program
Alongside our Partner status, we’ve been accepted onto the Fast Track Shopify Plus Program — and that’s worth explaining, because it makes a real practical difference to our clients.
The Fast Track program gives us a close working relationship with Shopify Plus directly. That means when something needs resolving — a technical issue, a platform question, a complex integration — we’re not raising a generic support ticket and waiting in a queue. We have direct access to the people who can actually help.
For clients, that translates into faster troubleshooting, fewer roadblocks, and the confidence that if something needs escalating, we have the relationship to get it sorted.
It’s the kind of access that typically comes with much larger agencies or much bigger budgets. We’re pleased to be able to bring it to the businesses we work with.
Why We’ve Committed to Shopify
We’ve worked across a lot of ecommerce platforms over the years. WooCommerce, Magento, custom builds — we know the landscape well. And what we’ve seen, time and again, is businesses spending more time managing their platform than growing their business.
“Shopify removes the friction. It gives businesses a complete ecommerce ecosystem in one place — without the maintenance burden, the plugin conflicts, or the developer dependency.”
For most ecommerce businesses — from startups to established wholesalers — Shopify is simply the right foundation. It’s simpler to manage, faster to launch on, and built to scale without breaking.
That’s why we’ve invested in it. And that’s why we’re now offering it as a core part of what we do.
What We’re Now Offering
Our Shopify services cover the full journey — whether you’re starting from scratch, moving from another platform, or looking to get more out of a store you already have.
- Custom Shopify design and build — bespoke stores built around your brand and your customers
- Platform migration — from WooCommerce, Magento, BigCommerce, or custom systems, with your SEO and data fully preserved
- Performance-led theme customisation — optimising existing stores for speed and conversion, not just aesthetics
- Shopify SEO — technical foundations and content strategy built for long-term organic growth
- Apps and integrations — connecting your store to the tools and systems your business runs on
- Conversion rate optimisation — ongoing testing and improvements to turn more visitors into buyers
And because we’re a full-service agency, your Shopify store doesn’t sit in isolation. It connects directly with our SEO, paid media, and digital strategy work — so everything pulls in the same direction.
Already Doing the Work: K9&Co
We didn’t wait for the partnership to start building. Our work with K9&Co is a good example of what this looks like in practice.
K9&Co (previously K9 Leathers) is a UK pet supplies wholesaler with over 40 years in the industry. When they came to us, they had a well-established offline business but no online presence — and a brand that no longer reflected their full product range.
We helped them with a complete rebrand — new name, new logo, new identity — and built a Shopify B2B platform from scratch to support the way they actually do business. That meant trade and RRP pricing side by side, a gated sign-up process requiring approval before ordering, and a sales rep login so their team could place orders on behalf of clients during in-store visits.
The result? Website orders are now their fastest-growing sales channel, with 15% of all orders coming through the platform — and rising.
“Broadplace helped us rebrand and take our business online. The new B2B platform works perfectly for our clients and team – a real game-changer.” — Simon, CEO, K9&Co
Thinking About Shopify?
Whether you’re frustrated with your current platform, planning a new store, or simply want an honest conversation about whether Shopify is right for your business — we’re happy to talk.
No hard sell. No jargon. Just a straightforward conversation about where you are and where you want to get to.
Get in touch at [email protected] or visit broadplace.com/services/shopify to find out more.
