Introducing Podium
our fast-to-Europe digital expansion solution
PODIUM is our cutting-edge SaaS-based ecommerce platform which allows our clients to effortlessly and rapidly expand their online trade presence in Europe.
Whether you are looking for an easy way to enter Europe or want to lower the cost of your existing business operation, PODIUM is the perfect solution to scale and reach more customers, quickly and efficiently.
We fully manage the platform, allowing you to focus on what matters most – managing the business.
PODIUM provides you with the tools and technology to successfully expand your e-commerce offering from the UK into Europe.
What's under the hood?
Powered by BigCommerce
The PODIUM platform, underpinned by our partner BigCommerce, offers a wide range of features and functionality, including:
- A powerful and flexible shopping cart
- A robust content management system
- Multi-currency payment services
- Optional multi-language store fronts
- A dedicated customer support team
BigCommerce is a leading ecommerce platform, used by over 150,000 businesses worldwide providing a powerful, reliable and scalable solution.
BigCommerce perfectly aligns with our mission to deliver unparalleled service and value.
Plug 'n Play Logistics and Fulfilment
Let PODIUM pick, pack and ship your orders – you sell it, we ship it.
With our vast network of logistics and fulfilment providers across Europe, all you need do is simply store your products within our fulfilment network. We then deliver your products direct to the customer.
Our trusted local partner delivery network take the complexity out of last mile fulfilment ensuring your customers receive an excellent experience from purchase through to delivery.
We’ll also manage the reverse logistics process on your behalf so returns and refunds are all managed as part of PODIUM’s services.
From pens to fridge freezers, we have the capability to deal with products of all shapes and sizes.
Scale your business and reach more customers, quickly and efficiently
An integrated channel marketing plan including SEM, marketplaces, affiliate networks, Google Shopping, social channels and more is a key component for success to market entry.
PODIUM jumpstarts brand visibility and product exposure, seamlessly integrating with 120+ top European marketplaces. Additionally, the built-in digital marketing tools and our channel marketing services are designed to fast-track your brand’s success.
Gain a competitive edge as PODIUM empowers your brand’s journey with a tailored blend of proven strategies, ensuring a strong market presence from day one.
Uncover new growth opportunities in Europe and propel your brand forward with PODIUM.
Get up and running quickly and easily, without having to worry about the hassle of managing the hosting. The platform is fully managed, so you can focus on growing your business.
The Podium platform, underpinned by BigCommerce also offers a wide range of features and functionality, including:
- A powerful and flexible shopping cart
- A robust content management system
- A comprehensive set of marketing tools
- A European fulfilment network
- A dedicated customer support team
If you’re looking for a powerful, reliable and scalable ecommerce platform, BigCommerce is a perfect choice. BigCommerce is a leading ecommerce platform, used by over 150,000 businesses worldwide. That’s why we chose BigCommerce as the perfect solution for Podium.
With Podium, you can get started quickly and easily, and you’ll have the peace of mind knowing that your store is always in good hands.
Our ready to go SaaS packages to help UK businesses to trade online in Europe
Our Packages
to get you trading, quickly
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Minimum contract duration
Prices from are based and dependent on the size of catalogue, value of monthly sales plus a one off on-boarding fee and 12 months minimum contract length.
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Ecommerce platform
The ecommerce platform is powered by BigCommerce. See the full functional list for platform features.
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Branded with logo & colour theme
We use a set theme, but it will be branded and coloured to make it feel like your brand.
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Fully integrated fulfillment network
Warehousing based in Europe, reduces shipment time to the consumer and removes the burden of complex customs and duty paperwork. Warehousing, fulfillment and delivery services are an additional cost. Based on a cost per transaction basis (basket and product size dependent).
- Virtual merchandiser
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Marketplace connectivity
Each additional marketplace connection, over the qty included, at £75 per month.
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Marketplace connections included
See our list of ready-to-go marketplaces.
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Multi-store fronts
First store front is included, then £150pm for each additional store front.
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Payment services
Rates vary by country. Ask for more details.
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Enhanced reporting
Powered by Glew
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Customer service suite
Powered by Zendesk
- PIM
- System Integration
- Accelerator services
ENTRY
PACKAGE
for a low risk entry point
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12 months
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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choose from 120+
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4
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up to 5
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Y
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optional
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optional
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optional
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optional
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optional
PREMIUM
PACKAGE
for more sophisticated organisations
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12 months
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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choose from 120+
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10
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up to 5
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Y
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Y
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Y
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optional
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optional
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optional
ENTERPRISE 360
PACKAGE
for bespoke and customised solutions
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tailored
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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choose from 120+
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up to 120
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unlimited
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
Ecommerce platform feature function list
Enterprise Quality
!!!Extend your digital marketing reach by using the BigCommerce easy to use built-in tools to help manage your marketing!!!
Entry<br>Package |
Premium<br>Package |
Enterprise 360<br>Package |
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Key feature list |
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| File storage and bandwidth | unlimited | unlimited | unlimited |
| Staff / Employee accounts | unlimited | unlimited | unlimited |
| Mobile responsive website | |||
| Mobile app | |||
| Single page checkout | |||
| Top digital wallets | |||
| Coupons, discounts and gift cards | |||
| BigCommerce Page Builder | |||
| Reporting tools | |||
| Built-in blog | |||
| Product ratings and reviews | |||
| Sitewide HTTPs and Dedicated SSL | |||
| Multi-Currency | |||
| Customer groups and segmentation | |||
| Abandoned cart saver | |||
| Persistent Cart | |||
| Stored credit cards | |||
| Transactional emails | |||
| Google customer reviews | optional | optional | |
| Product filtering | optional | optional | |
| Custom Product Filtering | optional | optional | |
| Custom SSL | optional | optional |
Integrated marketing tools
Maximise your site traffic, demand and sales
Extend your digital marketing reach by using the BigCommerce easy to use built-in tools to help manage your marketing
Entry Package |
Premium Package |
Enterprise 360 Package |
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Integrated<br>Marketing Tools |
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| Google Ads | |||
| Microsoft Ads & Listings | |||
| TikTok | |||
| Buy Buttons: Blogs, Email, Social | |||
| Affiliate & Influencer Marketing | |||
Marketplace connection list (120+)
Vendor Central
(BETA)
(BETA)
Frequently asked questions
* Prices from are based and dependent on the size of catalogue, value of monthly sales plus a one off on-boarding fee and 12 months minimum contract length. Warehousing, fulfillment and delivery services are an additonal cost
** Each additional marketplace connection at £75 per month
*** First store front is included, then £150pm for each store front
**** Rates vary by country
Accelerate
& Grow
Making digital expansion easy
A complete ecommerce solution which allows UK businesses to trade online in Europe – simply and quickly
Our ready to go SaaS packages to help you get up and trading in super quick time
Entry
Package
- BigCommerce ecommerce
- Integrated with our fulfilment network
- Warehousing*
- Shipping & courier*
- Virtual merchandiser
- Marketplaces connector: choose from 120+ and connect up to 4**
- Up to 5 multi-store fronts***
- Payment services****
from
£449
per month*
Optional Extras
- Customised integrations
- PIM
- Accelerator services
- MOST POPULAR
Premium
Package
as entry package, plus:
- Enhanced reporting
- Customer service suite powered by Zendesk
- Marketplaces connector: choose from 120+ and connect up to 10**
from
£899
per month*
Optional Extras
- Customised integrations
- PIM
- Accelerator services
Enterprise 360
Package
as premium package, plus:
- Fully managed ecommerce solution
- Package customised to your specific needs
- Acceleration services
- Easy and low cost implementation
Contact Us
for pricing
Optional Extras
- Customised integrations
- PIM
- Accelerator services
* Prices from are based and dependent on the size of catalogue, value of monthly sales plus a one off on-boarding fee and 12 months minimum contract length. Warehousing, fulfillment and delivery services are an additonal cost
** Each additional marketplace connection at £75 per month
*** First store front is included, then £150pm for each store front
**** Rates vary by country