Press release

JTL PartnerConvention 2024: A look into the future of the JTL partner network

The JTL partner network also reflects the eCommerce developer’s innovative drive.

Hückelhoven, May 13, 2024 – Friday, May 3, 2024 marked the tenth anniversary of the JTL PartnerConvention at Siegburg’s RHEIN SIEG FORUM. The event organized by JTL-Software-GmbH (JTL), a provider of eCommerce and multichannel solutions, brings together leading minds from the eCommerce industry to discuss the latest developments and innovations. The event, which this year placed a special focus on the future of JTL, bidder participants insights into pioneering strategies and partnerships in the world of JTL solutions. Wolfgang Hilpert, JTL’s new Chief Product & Technology Officer, kicked off the convention. In his opening speech, he gave an insider’s view of the year 2024. Hilpert presented the recently concluded strategic partnerships with countX and GREYHOUND and also introduced Kai Seidler, the new Vice President Engineering at JTL. Hilpert emphasized the importance of quality as the basis for the development and future of the JTL solution world.

Sebastian Evers also had the opportunity to introduce himself as the new CEO: “I am extremely excited to help shape the future of JTL and further consolidate our position as an emerging provider of eCommerce and multichannel solutions. Our goal is to drive innovation and deliver best-in-class products and services to our customers, especially our valued partners in the JTL partner network.”

JTL presents strategy for cloud transformation

A highlight of the event was the workshop “JTL-Cloud ERP – First Insights” led by Manuel Pietzsch, Product Owner for JTL-Wawi and Kai Seidler. The participants gained initial insights into JTL’s strategy for cloud transformation and had the opportunity to develop ideas together in order to exploit the platform’s full potential.

Another important topic was the discussion about the JTL-Wawi API. Pawel Kesik and Christian Kokot, Partner Manager at JTL, led a workshop on current developments and future plans for JTL’s open and flexible interface. The participants had the opportunity to ask questions and give feedback in order to help shape the further development of the integration. Dominic Nelle and Michael Offergeld, Product Owner at JTL, also presented news and outlooks on the JTL-eazyAuction marketplace interface. The grand finale was the award ceremony for the JTL partners celebrating their tenth anniversary as members of the network. Partners with the best certification results for 2024 were also awarded a certificate. This year’s JTL PartnerConvention was a complete success and underlined JTL’s innovative strength and future viability in eCommerce and multichannel retail.

What are the JTL PartnerConvention and the JTL Partner Network?

The JTL PartnerConvention brings together partners, merchants and interested parties within and outside the JTL community to discuss the latest developments within the JTL partner network as well as industry-wide trends. With an extensive event program consisting of lectures, workshops, product presentations and networking opportunities, the JTL PartnerConvention offers a platform for the exchange of knowledge and experience in multichannel and online business.

The JTL partner network itself is unique in its form and is an association of around 500 companies that work with JTL. It bids modern retailers using JTL software a variety of resources and services to support their eCommerce activities. By working with various partners, customers can receive customized solutions that meet their specific requirements.

The network comprises various types of partners, including service partners who, as authorized service providers, offer consulting, implementation, training, customization, maintenance and support for all aspects of the JTL solution world. Members of the network also include hosting providers and developers for extensions and modules for a wide range of JTL solutions, such as templates, plugins and integrations.

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