Product Import: Automation for E-commerce

Automating product import is essential for any growing online store. Manual data entry is slow, error-prone and does not scale. If your business runs on PrestaShop or Joomla with VirtueMart, a well-designed import system saves time, reduces mistakes and keeps your catalog up to date.

When Product Import Is Needed

• Supplier catalog updates (CSV, XML, API)
• Stock and price synchronization
• Migration from another platform
• Mass product creation

Implementation Options

1. CSV / XML Import

One of the most common solutions. Tools like RO CSVI (VirtueMart) or EasyImport (PrestaShop) allow structured import and cron automation.

2. API Integrations

Best for real-time updates. Imports directly from ERPs, warehouses or suppliers. More robust, but requires development.

3. Custom Scripts

Perfect when suppliers provide non-standard formats. We build reliable scripts tailored to your file structure.

Best Practices

• Create backups before bulk import
• Use UTF-8 without BOM
• Log errors and skipped items
• Verify image URLs and import rules
• Start with small dataset tests

How SOLLER.LV Can Help

• Configure CSV, XML and API import
• Develop custom import scripts
• Monitor and maintain import tasks
• Integrate with PrestaShop, Joomla, Shopify, OpenCart and more

Pricing starts at €36.30 per task or included in support plans.