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Build Ecommerce Experiences That Convert

Create ecommerce experiences that drive revenue, increase conversions, and support long-term growth.

An ecommerce platform built around your business, not the other way round

When your business has complexity that standard solutions can't accommodate, you need a platform built to fit. Cody is Blackpepper's proprietary ecommerce platform, developed and refined over 20 years, built specifically for businesses that need more than a template can offer.

A platform that fits how you actually operate

Cody is built to your exact business requirements, not adapted from a generic template. Whether your complexity sits in your product catalogue, your fulfilment model, or your operational systems, the platform is shaped around it.

Every part of the store in your hands

Drag-and-drop page builder gives your team full creative control without needing a developer for every change. Manage content, build landing pages, and update your store.

Grows with you, without the workarounds

Cody is built to handle scale, including peak traffic, rapid growth, and seasonal demand. The architecture is designed from the start to support where you're going, not just where you are.

Revenue-driving features built in

Upsells, cross-sells, and other sales-focused functionality come as part of the platform. They're built into the core, so they work reliably and can be configured to your specific merchandising strategy.

Your existing systems, properly connected

Cody integrates with ERP, POS, CRM, inventory management, and payment platforms including Windcave, Stripe, and Buy Now Pay Later providers. Your data flows cleanly between systems, with your core business software as the single source of truth.

Built to rank from day one

Clean code, structured URLs, fast load times, and a custom rich content editor give you a strong SEO foundation without needing workarounds. Cody is built with crawlability and indexability in mind, not retrofitted for it.

Custom builds, proven results

Trusted by brands that needed more

Glassons
Hallensteins
NOS+H
Crocs
Postie
The Outlet
FWDC
LiquorLand
TopmaQ
Head Chef
Glassons
Hallensteins
NOS+H
Crocs
Postie
The Outlet
FWDC
LiquorLand
TopmaQ
Head Chef

Connects with the systems your business already runs on

Cody is built API-first, which means it integrates cleanly with the platforms that matter to your operation. From ERP and POS systems to loyalty, payments, and marketing tools, the connections are real-time and built to eliminate double-handling.

Ontempo
RetailExpress
MYOB
Dotdigital
Klaviyo
Bloomreach
Afterpay
Klarna
Stripe
Mailjet
Mailchimp
Gosweetspot
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Custom ecommerce built on two decades of experience

Cody has been in development for over 20 years. Every build we take on benefits from that accumulated knowledge.

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Custom Ecommerce Development

From architecture decisions through to launch, the development team builds to your requirements. The work doesn't stop at go-live. Cody is designed to evolve alongside your business over the long term.

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Custom Ecommerce UX/UI Design

A platform built for your business should look like it too. The design team works from your brand and your customers' behaviour, producing a store that converts, not just one that looks good in a mockup.

Common questions about custom ecommerce

Cody suits businesses that have outgrown what template-based platforms can offer, whether that's due to complex integrations, unique operational requirements, or the need for full control over the platform. If you're finding yourself working around your current platform rather than with it, that's usually a clear sign.

Cody is built API-first. It connects directly with ERP, CRM, POS, inventory management, and payment systems, with your core business software acting as the single source of truth. Data syncs in real time, which removes double-handling and reduces the risk of errors across systems.

The upfront investment is higher than a template-based platform. Over a three-to-five year horizon, however, the total cost of ownership often compares favourably. You're not paying for expensive workarounds, forced migrations, or the operational overhead that comes from systems that don't fit your business.

Yes. Scalability is a core part of how Cody is built. The platform is designed for high uptime and reliable performance under load, including major traffic spikes and peak seasonal events. It's not a constraint you'll run into as you grow.

Ready to build something that actually fits?

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