Recap: Emporix @ K5 2024: Changing the Narrative in Digital Commerce
The K5 Conference 2024 was a again a remarkable event that brought together the brightest minds and innovators in the e-commerce industry. This year Verena Schlüpmann and Sven Rittau focused on 3 main themes #learnfromthebest #meetthebest #bethebest, making it the "K5 of human relations". Emporix was thrilled to be at the heart of this gathering, showcasing our commitment to pushing the boundaries of modern commerce.
Highlights of K5 2024
The K5 2024 conference was packed with insightful sessions and groundbreaking discussions. Key themes included the rise of MACH architectures and the importance of composable commerce in driving agility and efficiency. These sessions underscored the industry’s shift towards more flexible, scalable, and efficient commerce solutions.
Emporix's Impact
At K5 2024, Emporix took center stage with our Masterclass on "Lean Commerce: How HABA Achieves Greater Efficiency Through Replatforming." We shared the success story of migrating HABA from a monolithic structure to a composable architecture. This transformation, executed in collaboration between HABA, Medienwerft and Emporix, exemplifies how businesses can achieve operational excellence and enhanced customer experiences.
Franziska Heerlein from HABA highlighted the project’s challenges and triumphs, emphasizing the exceptional team dynamics and partnership that drove the project’s success. Eberhardt Weber, our Founder and CEO, elaborated on the advantages of MACH- and API-first architectures, showcasing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of our Lean Commerce solutions. Michael Feige, Lead Solution Engineer of Medienwerft, delved into the technical intricacies of migrating to a composable platform, providing valuable insights into the seamless transition from SAP Commerce to Emporix.
Networking and Awards
A spirit of optimism could be clearly felt in both halls. The industry sees the light at the end of the tunnel, which is also our personal observation from discussions with leading companies in a wide range of sectors. These discussions at K5 2024 highlighted several critical trends in the e-commerce landscape. The move towards MACH and composable architectures is reshaping how businesses approach digital commerce, offering unparalleled flexibility and scalability. These trends are crucial for companies looking to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. But the necessity of orchestrating the customer journey also plays an important role in the future strategy of the high-ranking representatives of the various companies on site. After all, the principles of profitability and efficiency continue to apply.
The event was not just about technology but also about building meaningful relationships. The K5 Commerce Awards 2024 celebrated the industry's most innovative and successful players, recognizing their contributions to advancing e-commerce.
Future Outlook
At Emporix, we envision a transformative future for commerce, where orchestrating processes throughout the entire customer journey is paramount. The Emporix Commerce Orchestration Platform is set to shift the narrative of commerce from isolated transactions to a harmonious, interconnected journey revolutionizing a whole industry. With our upcoming initiatives we will continue to push the boundaries of digital transformation, empowering businesses to excel in the digital era.
