Magento 1 Support & Custom Development for Deine Tür

Before OpenMage solutions

Before OpenMage migration, we enhanced the Magento Community Edition with the following features:

• Up-to-date client base system. We asked customers to provide their registration date and encouraged them to update their passwords via notifications if they had not done so recently.
• Optimized Delivery system. We implemented a feature to calculate shipping costs based on the delivery address.
• Financial Functionality. We set up PayPal Plus as the payment gateway, added shipping cost calculations, and ensured compatibility with installed extensions and the Cobby management system.
• Marketing. We integrated Hotjar into the Deine Tür website and used DoubleClick for better ad organization and inventory sales.

The team also became familiar with the project, which enabled us to develop a plan for further enhancements without migrating to Magento 2.

Migration to OpenMage

OpenMage is a community-driven continuation of Magento 1 that provides ongoing security patches and compatibility updates. It allows businesses to extend the life of existing Magento stores, avoid costly migrations, and reduce the risks of using unsupported software.

With OpenMage, Deine Tür kept the setup their team was already comfortable with, but gained the security they needed to keep things running smoothly. We created a straightforward switch without downtime or disruption, and gave the client a solid base to keep growing on without starting from scratch.

After the platform was stabilized on OpenMage, Deine Tür continued partnering with BelVG to address the complexities of selling construction materials online.

Location-Based Installation (Montage) System

Many customers want to buy a door and have it installed by a professional. However, Deine Tür only has installation teams in certain regions. Without a way to verify service availability during the shopping process, customers might purchase services the company cannot fulfill, leading to refunds and logistical headaches.

We developed a custom Montage Products System to solve this logistical challenge. The system uses ZIP-code filtering to automatically check the customer’s location against service availability. If the service is available, a “Montage pop-up” calculates real-time rates based on the delivery point and the specific “Montage” category.

The system tracks service options and installation fees, clearly showing them to customers from product viewing to purchase completion. It facilitates a transition between online purchases and in-person services.

Dynamic Delivery Intelligence (DDI)

Different parts of the door might take different amounts of time to manufacture. When customers select specific hardware or custom finishes, they are often unsure when their order will arrive. This uncertainty creates a major barrier to conversion.

That is why DDI was one of the most valuable features for influencing customers’ trust. The functionality provides real-time calculations on the product page. It identifies the component with the longest production time and combines this with “Dummy Shipping” logic. This logic estimates transit times and costs based on the shipment’s dimensional weight and the customer’s geographical zone.

Every product page features a detailed configurator that allows customers to select specific hardware and components. The system quickly calculates the maximum production time for the selected items. As a result, customers receive a dependable delivery window and accurate shipping costs upfront, which significantly boosts purchase confidence.

Granular Product Option Inventory

Standard inventory systems typically track one product at a time, which is a problem for door manufacturers that offer numerous variations in materials, sizes, and finishes. If a website only states “10 doors in stock” without specifying the options, customers might order a sold-out variant. It leads to canceled orders and buyers’ mistrust of the website’s information.

The Belvg team built a custom Granular Product Option Inventory module to solve this. This custom module tracks stock for each specific configuration. Instead of just saying “10 doors in stock,” the system shows exact availability, such as “5 doors with chrome handles and 5 doors with brass handles.”

This system uses an API to connect with inventory management software in real time. As a result, customers can see accurate stock information, reducing guesswork and boosting their confidence in the brand.

Payment Flexibility & Checkout Optimization

The DACH market has very specific payment preferences, including invoice and installment payments. If a store doesn’t offer these, or if the checkout is too slow, the customer may leave.

We updated the payment system to include:

• SEPA Direct Debit
• special RDT payment option to give customers even more choices
• Riverty (which used to be Afterpay)
• easy “Buy Now, Pay Later” option.

The checkout itself was redesigned with a mobile-first approach. We optimized it for different screen sizes, simplified instructions, and added smart autofill for addresses. The “Review” step now clearly shows totals, discounts, and order details.

These changes make the buying process more reliable and straightforward.