Challenge: When DIY Migration Tools Fall Short
Ready Set Baby and Uniforme Expert, two established retail businesses, were ready to move from Lightspeed to Shopify. Like many retailers, they initially chose a DIY approach using the Matrixify app, expecting a fast and cost-effective migration.
What followed was months of frustration.
Complication #1 – DIY Migration Limitations
While Matrixify works for simple data transfers, merging POS data with ecommerce data inside Shopify is far more complex than it appears.
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One retailer abandoned the migration after nearly a full year of failed attempts.
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The other spent over two months without reaching a stable, usable Shopify setup.
Instead of moving forward, both businesses were stuck in limbo.
Complication #2 – Lack of Technical Expertise
Without deep knowledge of Shopify’s backend, both teams ran into:
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Inventory syncing issues
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Transaction and reporting errors
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Broken workflows between POS and ecommerce
At this stage, daily operations were effectively frozen. A successful migration was not possible without expert intervention.
Solution: Matagora’s White-Glove Shopify Migration
Both retailers turned to Matagora for a fully managed, end-to-end Shopify migration, covering ecommerce, POS, data, hardware, and team onboarding.
What We Delivered
Seamless Data Migration
Using custom in-house scripts, we accurately merged POS and ecommerce data into Shopify—preserving historical orders, products, variants, customers, and inventory without duplicates or errors.
Rapid Go-Live
Both stores were fully operational on Shopify in just 10 business days, recovering months of lost time caused by DIY attempts.
Custom POS & Hardware Setup
Each business received tailored POS workflows and hardware configurations aligned with how they actually operate in-store and online.
Team Empowerment Through Training
We ran hands-on workshops covering Shopify POS, inventory best practices, and automation—so teams could confidently manage day-to-day operations from day one.
Owner Feedback – Deb:
“The Matagora team have a lot of knowledge that has helped my set up. They are so easy to get along with and accommodating with my schedule and my not understanding everything quickly. Very accessible as well when I need something! Thanks so much guys!”
Results: Fast, Clean, and Scalable
✅ Go Live in Record Time
From months of stalled DIY efforts to a 10-day successful launch.
✅ Clean POS + Ecommerce Integration
All data synced correctly, with zero loss and no duplication.
✅ Operational Efficiency Restored
Teams now focus on customers and growth—not fixing tech issues.
✅ Scalable Foundation for Growth
Both businesses now run on a flexible, user-friendly Shopify platform built to scale.
Owner Feedback – Maria & Richard:
“This is the DREAM TEAM! These guys are incredible, they know their stuff, it’s a pleasure to work with them. Their service is TOP NOTCH so I recommend 100%.”
Key Takeaways
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DIY Migration Tools Have Limits
Apps like Matrixify can’t replace deep platform expertise for complex POS + ecommerce migrations. -
Expert-Led Migrations Save Time and Revenue
Clean data, correct workflows, and zero downtime matter more than cutting corners. -
Training Is as Important as Technology
Empowered teams get real ROI from Shopify faster.
Next Steps
If you’re considering migrating your POS and ecommerce store to Shopify, professional support can save you months of frustration—and lost revenue.
Schedule a call with us to see how a white-glove Shopify migration can work for your business.