Scaling ecommerce isn’t failing because companies lack ambition, traffic, or demand.
It fails because operations and compliance don’t scale together.
As ecommerce businesses expand into new channels, geographies, and order volumes, cracks start to appear — inventory mismatches, fulfillment delays, reporting blind spots, and increasingly risky tax exposure. These problems don’t surface all at once. They compound quietly until growth stalls or breaks.
At Kensium, we see this pattern repeatedly across manufacturers, distributors, and omnichannel retailers. And it’s why we partnered with Avalara, the global leader in tax compliance automation, to build a Free Ecommerce Assessment that evaluates both sides of the scaling equation — operational readiness and tax compliance.
Why Ecommerce Growth Slows at Scale
Most ecommerce platforms are easy to launch. Very few are easy to scale.
As businesses grow, they typically add:
- More SKUs
- More fulfillment locations
- More sales channels
- More tax jurisdictions
- More exemptions, edge cases, and reporting requirements
But the underlying systems often remain fragmented.
The Two Hidden Growth Killers
1. Fragmented Operations
- ERP and ecommerce platforms don’t sync cleanly
- Inventory accuracy degrades
- Manual work creeps into fulfillment and reporting
- Teams rely on spreadsheets instead of automation
2. Silent Tax & Compliance Risk
- Nexus obligations expand without visibility
- Exemptions are tracked manually or inconsistently
- Tax calculation errors go unnoticed until audits or penalties surface
Many businesses fix one side and ignore the other. That’s when growth becomes fragile.
Why Integration Alone Isn’t Enough
A common misconception is that “once we integrate ERP and ecommerce, we’re good.”
Integration solves operational flow, but it doesn’t eliminate compliance risk.
As order volume increases and sales cross state or national borders, tax exposure grows automatically — regardless of how well your systems talk to each other. Without proper automation, companies unknowingly accumulate liability.
That’s why modern ecommerce architecture must address both integration health and tax readiness at the same time.
Introducing the Free Ecommerce Assessment by Kensium & Avalara
To help businesses uncover these hidden risks early, Kensium and Avalara created a Free Ecommerce Assessment designed to deliver clarity in under two minutes.
What the Assessment Delivers
- ⚡ 90-second completion
- ✅ Instant, on-page scorecard
- 📊 Clear Growth Score across operations and compliance
- 🤝 Optional expert follow-up
- 🛡️ Privacy-safe, no obligation
This isn’t a generic quiz. It’s a structured evaluation built from real-world ecommerce failures we’ve seen across ERP, ecommerce, and tax systems.
What Your Ecommerce Growth Score Reveals
After submitting the assessment, you receive an instant scorecard that highlights where growth is at risk — before it becomes expensive.
1. Operational Efficiency (Kensium)
We evaluate:
- ERP–ecommerce integration health
- Inventory accuracy and sync reliability
- Fulfillment workflows
- Reporting automation and data flow
This identifies where manual work, data lag, or system fragmentation is slowing your business.
2. Tax & Compliance Readiness (Avalara)
We assess:
- Nexus exposure awareness
- Sales tax automation coverage
- Exemption certificate management
- Audit readiness
This reveals whether your growth is introducing silent compliance risk behind the scenes.
3. Prioritized Action Plan
Instead of generic advice, your scorecard outlines:
- What needs attention now
- What can wait until later
- Where automation delivers the fastest ROI
How Kensium and Avalara Work Together
This assessment reflects how modern ecommerce ecosystems should operate — with clear ownership and deep specialization.
Kensium: Commerce & ERP Integration
Kensium focuses on:
- Unifying ecommerce platforms and ERP systems
- Eliminating manual workflows
- Designing scalable architecture across inventory, fulfillment, and reporting
- Supporting platforms like Adobe Commerce, Shopify, BigCommerce, Acumatica, NetSuite, and Sage
Avalara: Tax Compliance at Scale
Avalara ensures:
- Accurate, automated sales tax calculation
- Exemption certificates stay organized and auditable
- Nexus monitoring evolves as your business grows
- Compliance keeps pace with expansion — without slowing operations
Together, this creates a scalable, compliant ecommerce foundation.
Why Leading Brands Prioritize This Balance
Well-known ecommerce brands don’t wait for failures to force change.
Companies like Groupon, The Vitamin Shoppe, and American Meadows have publicly highlighted how automation and compliance readiness enabled them to scale confidently — not reactively.
Their lesson is consistent:
Growth without visibility creates risk.
Growth with automation creates leverage.
What Happens After You Take the Assessment
There’s no hard sell. No forced demo.
Based on your score:
- If operational efficiency is weak, Kensium may recommend a deeper integration or workflow review
- If compliance readiness needs attention, Avalara experts can help evaluate exposure and automation options
- You’ll also receive a concise email recap for internal alignment and planning
You stay in control of next steps.
Scale Smarter, Not Harder
Ecommerce growth shouldn’t feel like holding your breath.
With the right architecture, integration, and compliance foundation, scaling becomes predictable — not stressful.
If you want a clear view of where your ecommerce stack stands today, the Free Ecommerce Assessment by Kensium and Avalara gives you instant insight into the gaps holding growth back.
👉 Start your Free Ecommerce Assessment
See your Ecommerce Growth Score in under 90 seconds.
About Kensium
Kensium is a global ecommerce and ERP integration partner helping manufacturers, distributors, and retailers build scalable, high-performance commerce ecosystems across Adobe Commerce, Shopify, BigCommerce, Acumatica, NetSuite, and Sage.
About Avalara
Avalara is a leading provider of automated tax compliance solutions, helping businesses calculate, collect, and remit taxes accurately as they scale.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Kensium × Avalara Ecommerce Assessment?
The Kensium × Avalara Ecommerce Assessment is a free, short evaluation designed to identify gaps in ecommerce operations, system integrations, and tax compliance readiness. It combines Kensium’s expertise in ecommerce and ERP integration with Avalara’s tax compliance intelligence to provide a balanced view of where growth may be at risk.
How long does the ecommerce assessment take?
The assessment takes about 90 seconds to complete. Once submitted, results are displayed instantly on the page — no redirects, no downloads, and no waiting.
What do I receive after completing the assessment?
You receive an Ecommerce Growth Scorecard that includes:
- An operational efficiency overview (ERP + ecommerce integration health)
- A tax and compliance readiness snapshot
- A prioritized set of recommendations highlighting what to address now versus later
You’ll also receive a concise email recap for internal sharing.
Is this a sales pitch or gated consultation?
No. The assessment is no-obligation and designed to provide clarity, not pressure. Follow-up conversations are optional and only recommended if the results indicate meaningful opportunities for improvement.
Does the assessment replace a full ecommerce or tax audit?
No. The assessment is a high-level diagnostic, not a full audit. It’s intended to quickly surface risk areas and improvement opportunities so you can decide whether a deeper review makes sense.
How does Kensium evaluate operational efficiency?
Kensium reviews how well your ecommerce platform and ERP work together, including:
- Integration reliability
- Inventory accuracy
- Fulfillment workflows
- Automation opportunities
- Reporting and data visibility
The goal is to identify friction points that slow scaling or introduce manual effort.
How does Avalara contribute to the assessment?
Avalara provides tax compliance expertise within the assessment, helping evaluate:
- Sales tax automation readiness
- Nexus awareness as your business scales
- Exemption certificate handling
- Ongoing compliance risk exposure
This ensures growth doesn’t introduce silent tax liability as complexity increases.
Is the tax compliance portion a standalone product?
No. The tax compliance questions are part of the overall ecommerce assessment and are not offered as a standalone tax product. They are designed to complement the operational review and provide a complete picture of scalability.
Which ecommerce and ERP platforms does this apply to?
The assessment is relevant for businesses using platforms such as:
- Adobe Commerce
- Shopify
- BigCommerce
- Acumatica
- NetSuite
- Sage
It is designed for modern, ERP-connected ecommerce environments.
Who should take this assessment?
This assessment is ideal for:
- Manufacturers and distributors
- Mid-market and enterprise ecommerce teams
- Operations, IT, finance, and ecommerce leaders
- Businesses planning to scale across channels or geographies
Is my data safe?
Yes. The assessment is privacy-safe and used only to generate your results and provide optional follow-up. There is no obligation to engage further.
How do I get started?
You can begin immediately by taking the Free Ecommerce Assessment powered by Kensium and Avalara. Results are delivered instantly.
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