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BRAMBLE BERRY A data-driven commerce and experience transformation


  • IM Digital x Bramble Berry Case Study

Bramble Berry is much more than a B2B retailer for creators who make soap, skincare, and cosmetics. Since 1999, it's grown to be a community for those creators to source high-quality, ethically-made supplies and gain practical insights to hone their craft. Partnering with Bramble Berry and building this relationship was especially important for us at IM Digital. Both our teams believe in the transformative power of creativity, whether it's soapmaking or designing and developing a modernized ecommerce platform and seamless customer experience.

Services

  • Commerce Strategy
  • Commerce Engineering
  • Experience Design
  • TotalCare

Partners

  • Salesforce Commerce Cloud
  • Klaviyo
Bramble Berry homepage hero for Taurus Inspiration season with a handmade green soap bar and Energy Fragrance Oil
Bramble Berry Shop by Category grid showing 12 tiles including Scents, Colorants, Molds, Butters, Oils, and Packaging
Bramble Berry product listing section showing fragrance oils and a phthalate-free oils promotional banner with citrus imagery

The Challenge

Bramble Berry sought a true partner to do more than simply “elevate” their online presence and customer experience. They didn't need a vendor to check tasks off of a list. Bramble Berry needed the full support of a team who understood their journey and could help them bring their vision to life. Bramble Berry faced several challenges with their previous website: an outdated platform limiting growth, a confusing user experience, a lack of tailored experiences for both B2C and B2B customers, and a need for deeper engagement through content marketing. They also wanted to build a stronger community by sharing educational resources and inspiration to foster brand loyalty. Finally, they desired a long-term partner who would provide consistent support and truly understand their business needs.

Close-up portrait of a smiling person inhaling the scent of fresh lavender stems against a neutral background
Bramble Berry mobile product page for Energy Fragrance Oil with citrus imagery, size options, and pricing from $3.99Bramble Berry mobile Kit Contents for a bath bomb beginner kit listing fragrance oils and essential oil trial sizesBramble Berry mobile project cart for a Lilac and Rosehip Bath Bomb with EcoGlitter, Lavender Mica, and a hexagon mold

Our Solution

Bramble Berry partnered with IM Digital to modernize their platform, improve user experience, and enhance functionality. IM Digital migrated their site from SiteGenesis to Salesforce Storefront Reference Architecture (SFRA) for enhanced flexibility and scalability. Together, we redesigned the user experience through collaborative workshops, prioritizing discoverability and creating a smoother customer journey. Then, we integrated various third-party platforms for improved order management, marketing, shipping, loyalty programs, and site optimization, creating a cohesive ecosystem for customer engagement. Through ongoing support and a strong partnership, we demonstrate our commitment to combining technical expertise with design thinking to ensure Bramble Berry's continued success.

Bramble Berry Scents category page with subcategory tiles for Fragrance, Essential, Natural, and Flavor Oils
Bramble Berry search results page for Energy showing four fragrance oil products with sale, clearance, and new badges
Bramble Berry Choose your Craft section showing Soap, Body Care, Skincare, and Candle project cards

The Results

Since the new Bramble Berry site launched in October 2024, we're seeing higher conversion rates and revenue. The new site is seeing growth among new customers, as well as customers engaging more, spending more time on-site, and purchasing more items per order.

18%Increase in Ecommerce Purchasers
13%User Conversion Rate Increase
7%Increase in Average Engagement Time
Bramble Berry mobile logged-in account dashboard greeting Claire, showing loyalty points balance and early access benefitsBramble Berry mobile Lye Calculator step two with ingredient fields for African Black Soap, Hemp Seed Oil, and Aloe ButterBramble Berry mobile Build Your Own Kit screen with three selected fragrance oils and a $50.00 add-to-cart button
A hand balancing a stack of four handmade soap bars in natural tones against a soft white background with leaf shadows

From our partners

IM Digital is one of our favorite partners. We appreciate their communication, leadership, and willingness to go the extra mile. We are grateful for this partnership.
Anne-Marie Faiola — Founder & CEO

Our partnership with Bramble Berry embodies what we do best: turning an ambitious vision into reality. We didn't just migrate Bramble berry to a new ecommerce platform; we empowered them to scale their business and cultivate a more meaningful connection with their customers. The results speak for themselves: a streamlined experience, more intuitive site navigation, and a mobile-first design that delights customers. More importantly, we forged a true partnership based on trust and a shared vision for success. Our work here is a testament to the enduring relationships we aim to build, and we look forward to strengthening our partnership with Bramble Berry through our TotalCare.