What does a system analysis entail?
A system analysis is the blueprint of any serious digital build. You zoom out to look at your entire ecosystem, such as people, processes and platforms. Next, you make sense of how everything can fit together.During such analysis, you identify what's working, where the gaps are, and how tech can better support your goals. It's not just about tools, but also understanding your business logic and translating it into a smart, scalable setup..
What can you expect from a system analysis?
Before we touch a single line of code, we make sure we’ve got the full picture. During a system analysis, we take a deep dive into your business model, your current systems, and your customer experience. We look at pain points, processes, integrations, and growth ambitions. All of this is the foundation, used to design a setup that actually fits. Whether it’s for a new Shopify build or an Odoo implementation, this is how we build systems that don’t break when you grow.
What this looks like in Shopify and Odoo
In Shopify, it’s about your entire commerce architecture. We map the storefront, checkout logic, app integrations, marketing stack, product data, and how it all plays together. Especially when you're dealing with headless setups, complex catalogs, or multiple markets, a proper system analysis keeps everything sharp, scalable, and clean under the hood.
In Odoo, system analysis goes deeper into your internal operations: from finance and CRM to purchasing, logistics, HR, or even production. We don’t just plug in modules, but design workflows around the way you work, so your ERP becomes an operational engine that fits you.

When should you look for a partner to help you out?
A partner makes the biggest difference when your business complexity outpaces your current systems, or when you’re planning a major shift, like replatforming, international expansion, or centralizing tools. If you’ve got too many spreadsheets, too many platforms, or too many workarounds, it's time for a system analysis.
If your setup is fairly straightforward, you might not need a full analysis, but even then, a second pair of eyes can catch blind spots before they cost you. When in doubt, a smart system check is always worth your while.
dear digital is your partner in crime
At dear digital, we want your tech stack workin for you, not the other way around. We dig deep, ask the right questions, and map out a system that actually serves your team and your customers. We perfectly combine strategy and execution.
We know both Shopify and Odoo inside out, love turning messy flows into elegant solutions. Whether you're scaling fast, rebuilding from scratch, or cleaning up a legacy mess, we make sure you're set up for the long run!
We’re a certified Odoo Gold Partner and Shopify Plus Partner, and we bring a business-first approach to everything we do. We speak tech and strategy, so you’re getting everything you need in one package. Our true expertise lies in complex technical setups, and we have a deep understanding of industries such as Fashion, Health, Mobility and Energy.
If you’re looking for clear documentation, honest advice, and a team that’s easy to work with - we’re your crew.
The way we work
At dear digital, we don’t believe in copy-paste processes. Every brand, every company is different! This means that the way we work flexes around your specific needs.
That being said, over the years we’ve noticed that most clients thrive when we follow a clear, structured path. It gives space for creativity, while keeping us aligned and moving fast.
Here’s what that typically looks like: