In the first part of this series, we delve into the world of eCommerce solutions and explore their numerous benefits. We begin by highlighting the key advantages of eCommerce and then move on to the crucial task of selecting the right ERP system. Each product has its own recommended path to follow, ensuring optimal performance. We kick off by examining open source commerce sites and delve into the capabilities of both free and paid services, carefully weighing the pros and cons of each. Next, we shift our focus to hosted eCommerce solutions, discussing their unique advantages and their seamless integration with Acumatica. Lastly, we wrap things up by exploring shipping integrations such as 2Ship or Shipstation, as well as APS for streamlined credit card processing.