OnDemandBooks: Indian Online Book Store Adopts Advanced Magento 2 Solutions

OnDemandBooks is an online bookstore that specializes in eBook distribution and print-on-demand services for physical books.

OnDemandBooks stands out in the digital literature landscape across PAN India by offering both paperback and ebook formats.

This innovative platform provides access to a broad selection of titles, from the latest releases to timeless classics, all available with just a click.

Its user-friendly interface and dedication to quality enhance the reading experience, making it easier than ever for readers to explore a diverse range of literary works.

They decided to transition to a multi-vendor marketplace and set up an SMTP server with their chosen host for email delivery in their Magento 2 online bookstore.

Initially, before setting up the ebook store were looking for a reputable provider of Magento Development Services to accomplish their business goal.

Challenges Encountered by OnDemandBooks

OnDemandBooks aimed to establish a multi-vendor marketplace, allowing numerous sellers to register, list, and sell their products.

Also they faced challenges in configuring an SMTP server and handling email delivery through their chosen hosting provider.

In order to resolve this, they contacted Webkul to hire Magento developers certified for creating a solution.

This case study will explore how OnDemandBooks utilized Webkul’s comprehensive solution to overcome its obstacles.

Solution

Magento 2 Multi Vendor Marketplace

Magento 2 Multi Vendor Marketplace helped them to convert their online bookstore to a multi vendor marketplace where the sellers can register themselves, and add & sell their products.

The users can select to become a seller and add their shop URL. In addition to this, they will have a dedicated panel from where they can control their sales.

The approval request is sent to the store owner so that we can either approve or reject the customer to become a vendor

Once the request to become a seller is approved by the admin, the users can add different types of products to their profiles and start selling as vendors.

Product page of one of the vendors shows the book available.

Also, vendor details are visible on the product page.

Magento 2 SMTP Extension

Magento 2 SMTP Extension allows store owners to configure SMTP server settings, ensuring reliable email delivery to customers through their website via the selected host provider.

The store owner can select the SMTP host provider from options like Zimbra, Gmail, Amazon SES, Hotmail, Yahoo, GMX, Mail, and Zoho.

The SMTP configurator supports Multi-Store and Store-Views. The admin will receive a success message for sent emails and an error message if delivery fails.

OnDemandBooks utilized this extension to efficiently choose their hosting provider and ensure reliable email delivery.

They were now able to receive timely success and error messages to maintain seamless communication with their customers.

Personalized Mobile App

OnDemandBooks launched their Android mobile app, specially custom developed by Webkul’s Mobile App Development team.

This Magento2 mobile app is custom-built to deliver smooth performance and a user-friendly experience.

Users can now conveniently access OnDemandBooks’ services anytime, anywhere with this launch.

The Android mobile app was built entirely from scratch to match OnDemandBooks’ needs and was developed by Hiring Expert Flutter App Developers.

You can explore the OnDemandBooks mobile app on the Google Play Store through this link.

Ending Note

OnDemandBooks become an online marketplace with Magento 2 Multi Vendor Module, enabling sellers to list and manage products.

Webkul significantly enhanced OnDemandBooks’s online store by providing the flexibility to select their hosting provider and ensuring dependable customer email communication.

By utilizing Adobe Commerce extensions, OnDemandBooks has significantly enhanced its presence in the Indian online bookstore market.