Shopify Development

Build fast, scalable and high‑converting Shopify stores tailored for New Zealand businesses.

Introduction

Shopify is the go‑to platform for Kiwi retailers seeking a secure, extensible e‑commerce solution. Our Shopify Development service combines local market insights, performance‑first architecture and custom integrations to deliver stores that look exceptional, load lightning‑fast and drive revenue from day one. Whether you’re launching a new shop, expanding a boutique or migrating an existing site, we ensure your store meets today’s needs and scales for tomorrow’s growth.

Why Choose Shopify?

NZ‑Ready Payments & Tax

Pre‑configured to handle GST, local payment gateways (Windcave, DPS, Stripe NZ) and multi‑currency requirements.

Built‑in SEO & Performance

Shopify’s CDN, AMP support and clean codebase mean faster page loads, higher Google rankings and better UX on mobile.

App Ecosystem & Integrations

Tap into 7,000+ vetted apps—from subscriptions and loyalty programs to local courier APIs—to extend functionality without reinventing the wheel.

Security & Reliability

PCI DSS compliant, 99.99 % uptime and automatic SSL; you can focus on sales, not server maintenance.

Future‑Proof Scalability

From a one‑product launch to a multi‑thousand‑SKU enterprise, Shopify grows seamlessly with your business.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Custom Theme Development: Fully bespoke designs coded from scratch, or deep customisation of a premium theme to match your brand guidelines and conversion best practices.
  • Mobile‑First & AMP‑Ready: Over 65 % of Kiwi shoppers browse on mobile—our builds prioritise fast, responsive layouts and AMP templates for featured product pages.
  • SEO Foundations: Automatic XML sitemaps, editable meta tags, clean URL structure and structured data (Product, Breadcrumb, FAQ schemas) to earn rich results in Google.
  • Checkout Optimisation: Simplified one‑page checkout, dynamic shipping estimates, address autocomplete and loyalty code fields—minimising drop‑offs and maximising AOV.
  • Headless Commerce Options: Decouple front‑end from back‑end with a Next.js or Gatsby storefront for sub‑200 ms Time‑to‑Interactive, while retaining Shopify’s robust backend.
  • Local Integrations: Sync with Xero or MYOB for real‑time invoice generation; integrate with Trade Me, TradeGecko or JetShop; connect parcel services like New Zealand Post and Fastway.

Deliverables & Pricing

All packages include one year of Shopify Advanced plan licensing (or equivalent), user seat setup (up to five) and live chat support during business hours. Pricing tiers vary based on project complexity, design scope and integration requirements. To give you a ballpark, small brochure‑style stores typically start around NZ$2,500–5,000, mid‑sized catalogue builds with basic integrations range from NZ$5,000–10,000, and fully bespoke headless or subscription storefronts can exceed NZ$10,000. Contact us for a personalised proposal.

Success Story: Kiwi Kōha Gifts

“Our custom Shopify store, complete with subscription boxes and gift‑registry integrations, launched in under eight weeks. We saw a 120 % revenue bump in our first month and cut cart abandonment by 45 % with the simplified checkout.”

— Hana P., Co‑founder, Kiwi Kōha Gifts

  • Subscription Revenue: 30 % of total sales
  • Cart Recovery: +18 % with exit‑intent pop‑ups
  • Mobile Conversion Rate: 3.8 % (vs. 2.1 % on previous platform)

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes—we handle data export, transform product/customer/order records and import everything into a new or existing Shopify account, ensuring no SEO value is lost.

Absolutely. We’re experienced partners with Shopify Plus merchants, delivering complex B2B features, custom scripts and high‑volume integrations.

A standard Starter build is 6–8 weeks from kickoff to launch. Growth and Enterprise projects vary based on complexity, but we always provide a detailed timeline up front.

Yes—the Shopify Admin is user‑friendly. We include a two‑hour training session and comprehensive handover documentation so your team can manage products, pages and promotions independently.

Ready to Launch Your Shopify Store?

Book your free Shopify consultation and let’s map out a plan that fits your goals and budget.

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