We’re pumped to announce a major milestone for DesignO 2.3, our next-gen web-to-print platform, is now seamlessly integrated with Magento 2.4.7, the latest release of Adobe Commerce.
This powerful combination, featuring a next-gen Magento 3D product configurator, is set to redefine how printers and packaging businesses operate in the digital age. It brings flexibility, performance, and scalability to your web to print storefront.
Let’s break it down step by step and explore why this partnership is impactful for the print industry.
Feature Recap: What’s New in DesignO 2.3?
DesignO 2.3 brings a host of features that streamline print operations and improve the customer journey:
1. Over 2500 New Packaging Models
Our largest packaging update yet. Explore an expanded library of ECMA and FEFCO-compliant designs: corrugated boxes, cartons, displays, and more – ready for customization.
2. AI-Powered Image Enhancement
Low-res files are no longer a problem. Automatically convert poor-quality uploads into print-ready graphics with AI-based image enhancement.
3. Enhanced File Upload Flow
Faster, smarter file uploads with drag-and-drop, visual feedback, cloud integrations, and side-wise artwork support.
4. Enfocus Integration for Preflight Checks
Catch and fix file issues before they reach production with automated preflight checks powered by Enfocus.
5. Amazon S3 Integration
Secure, cloud-based storage for all production files. Scalable, organized, and accessible for faster processing.
6. Immersive 3D Product Previews
360-degree previews give customers full design confidence and reduce back-and-forth on approvals.
7. Fully Parametric Output Generation API
Custom, production-ready outputs generated automatically based on product specifications. No manual intervention needed.
8. Barcodes for Production Job Sheets
Standard barcodes replace QR codes to simplify job status updates and improve production
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What’s New in Magento 2.4.7 – Why It Matters for Print Businesses
Magento 2.4.7, released in March 2024, introduces powerful upgrades that enhance the performance, security, and scalability of web to print storefront. Here’s how it benefits print businesses:
- Faster, Future-Proof Performance with PHP 8.2: Magento 2.4.7 now supports PHP 8.2, delivering faster processing, greater stability, and long-term compatibility making it crucial for running high-volume print storefronts smoothly and securely.
- Stronger Security for Customer Confidence: With 13+ new security fixes and built-in bot protection, your storefront is better equipped to safeguard customer data and transactions.
- Accessibility That Expands Your Reach: The new release achieves WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, making your web-to-print store more inclusive and user-friendly for customers with disabilities, while helping meet legal requirements.
- Performance Boosts for High-Volume Orders: Experience faster API responses, optimized message queues, and improved backend performance, ensuring seamless order processing, even during peak traffic or bulk uploads.
- Enterprise-Grade B2B Features with Adobe Commerce: For Adobe Commerce users, Magento 2.4.7 provides advanced customer segmentation, B2B catalog management, and workflow automation, perfect for print businesses serving large corporate accounts.
How DesignO 2.3 and Magento 2.4.7 Work Together for Print Service Providers
Pairing DesignO with Magento 2.4.7 creates a powerful web-to-print solution that’s modern, scalable, and built for high-performance print commerce. Together, they streamline every step of the ordering and production process both for your customers and your team.
Here’s What This Integration Brings to Print Shops:
- End-to-End Ordering in One Platform
Customers can upload artwork, personalize products, preview them in real-time 3D, and place orders—without ever leaving your Magento storefront.
- Visual Confidence with 3D Previews
With DesignO 2.3’s immersive 360° 3D preview, users can see exactly how their final product will look. This reduces order-related doubts and revision requests.
- Enterprise-Ready Scalability
Magento 2.4.7’s robust architecture and performance enhancements ensure your storefront is ready to handle thousands of SKUs, large print volumes, and growing B2B customer bases.
- Smooth and Secure Checkout
Magento’s advanced checkout capabilities—including secure payments, shipping integrations, and tax calculations—ensure a seamless buying experience.
Real-World Example:
A customer visits your online store to order custom product packaging. They upload their design, enhance the image with AI, preview it in 3D, and complete checkout: all within minutes. On the backend, your print team receives a preflight-checked, print-ready file with barcode-based tracking already in place. That’s the kind of efficiency this integration delivers.
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Whether you’re launching a new print storefront or upgrading an existing one, DesignO delivers results.
*Available for both Magento Open Source and Adobe Commerce users.
