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Who You Work With

A Dedicated Consulting Team, Not a Side Project.

ECDB Consulting is its own department within ECDB: a dedicated team of consultants and researchers who work case by case with clients on the global e-commerce market, built on the same transaction data as the platform, but staffed and organised specifically for custom projects.

Led by Our Senior Consulting Team

Friedrich Schwandt
Friedrich Schwandt
CEO & Head of Consulting
Lukas Bunge
Lukas Bunge
Project Lead
Michael Adam
Michael Adam
E-Commerce & Retail Expert
Our Approach

A Proven Methodology, Built on Real Transaction Data

Our analysts combine the depth of ECDB's transaction intelligence with direct human expertise. Every insight is grounded in what consumers actually buy, and checked by someone who understands your specific question.

E-Commerce Specialists

We specialise exclusively in online commerce. Our analysts combine deep platform knowledge across pure-play retailers, marketplaces, and omnichannel players with sector expertise spanning consumer goods, logistics, pharma, fashion, and beyond.

Analyst-Modeled, Not Estimated

Every deliverable is grounded in a reproducible methodology. We do not rely on extrapolation where real data exists. Our analyses are built on measurable inputs and transparent assumptions you can stand behind in front of any stakeholder.

Our Data Sources

Research is never limited to transaction data alone. We combine purchase-level data from global payment networks with traffic analytics, clickstream data, and additional proprietary sources, giving you a multi-dimensional view of any e-commerce market.

Research Portfolio

The Same Five Data Layers You Know. Taken Much Deeper.

Every project below starts where the ECDB platform already takes you, across Markets, Retailers, Brands, Shoppers, and Categories. As a custom engagement, an analyst goes past the standard profile and rankings view: a bespoke market cut, a competitor set you define, and a direct interpretation of what the numbers mean for your decision.

Market Analysis

Understand the Full Shape of Your E-Commerce Market

Map the competitive landscape, measure market size and share, identify growth pockets, and benchmark your position — grounded in verified transaction data rather than surveys.

  • E-commerce market sizing and GMV forecasts by country and region
  • Market share analysis across competitors and segments
  • Trend analysis: growth drivers, category shifts, seasonal patterns
  • Market entry assessments with risk and opportunity scoring
  • Competitive landscape maps and player profiling
  • White-label report formats suitable for investor presentations
Discuss Your Needs
E-commerce market analysis on a global market map
Who We Serve

Trusted by Organisations Across Every Sector of E-Commerce

From global consumer goods companies to financial investors and B2B technology firms, our clients rely on ECDB Consulting for decisions that matter.

Brands & Manufacturers

Grow online share, track retailer performance, and identify expansion opportunities across categories and geographies.

Retailers & Marketplaces

Benchmark KPIs against rivals, understand shopper behaviour, and identify assortment gaps driving sales leakage.

Financial Institutions

Inform investment theses, validate market size assumptions, and support IPO prospectus or due diligence requirements.

Pharma & Healthcare

Track the rapid growth of online health retail, identify new distribution channels, and benchmark consumer health brands.

Agencies & Consultancies

Equip strategy and consulting engagements with independent, data-backed e-commerce market intelligence.

B2B Technology & Logistics

Understand which retailers and markets are scaling fastest to inform enterprise sales strategy and product roadmaps.

Media & Advertising Agencies

Back audience and market narratives with verified purchase data for client pitches and campaign effectiveness studies.

Government & Trade Bodies

Provide policymakers and trade promotion organisations with reliable data on e-commerce market development and trade flows.

Get in Touch

Speak to Our Consulting Team Today

Tell us about your e-commerce challenge. We will reach out within one business day to discuss your needs and outline a tailored research approach.

Friedrich Schwandt

Your Direct Contact

Friedrich Schwandt

friedrich.schwandt@ecdb.com

No commitment required. We will follow up with a tailored solution and clear next steps.