When evaluating e-commerce platforms, understanding the architectural differences between monolithic and headless systems is crucial. These differences can significantly impact scalability, innovation, and the overall customer experience. What is a Monolithic platform? A monolithic platform is an all-in-one solution where the frontend (what customers see) and backend (the system handling operations) are tightly integrated. While these platforms, such as SAP Commerce Cloud and Magento, offer p

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