What is Now Commerce?
Now Commerce is a purpose-built QuickBooks commerce platform that gives B2B buyers and sales teams a professional portal (not a consumer cart). Key capabilities for Canadian businesses include:
- 24/7 online ordering with customer-specific pricing
- Real-time inventory and multi-location stock visibility
- Order, invoice, and shipment tracking integrated with QuickBooks Canada
Now, Commerce performs a true two-way QuickBooks sync, so customer data, orders, and inventory updates flow directly into QuickBooks (Desktop & Online). Canadian tax and account mapping options are available during setup.
Category: CRM, B2B eCommerce
QuickBooks Compatibility: QuickBooks Desktop (Pro, Premier, Enterprise) & QuickBooks Online (Canadian editions)
Now Commerce Features for QuickBooks Canada Users
- Two-way QuickBooks sync (customers, orders, inventory)
- Support for GST/HST & provincial tax mapping (Canada)
- Customer-specific pricing & contract pricing
- Backorder & multi-location inventory management
- Sales Rep portal & order entry for field teams
- Fulfillment portal with shipping confirmations
- Mobile access for reps and customers
- Catalog & promotions management
- Integrations: shipping, marketplaces, and 3rd-party apps
Everything is designed to keep your QuickBooks accounting accurate while scaling B2B sales.
Now Commerce — B2B Online Ordering System for Canada
Customer Portal
Give Canadian buyers a professional portal with customer-specific catalogs, net terms, and province-aware tax calculations. Customers can order, check invoices, and download order history anytime.
Sales Rep Portal
Enable reps to place orders on behalf of customers, view pricing and inventory, and have orders posted automatically to QuickBooks Canada.
Fulfillment Portal
Connect shipping systems and warehouses to QuickBooks so shipment confirmations, tracking numbers, and inventory adjustments are automated across Canadian locations.
Now Commerce Pricing
Since Now Commerce is tailored to your business needs, pricing depends on the number of users (customer portal, sales reps, fulfillment staff), your QuickBooks version (Desktop Pro, Premier, Enterprise, Online), and the specific portals and features you require.
B2B Customer Portal
$280/month
Unlimited Customers
- INCLUDES ORDER ENTRY PORTAL
- Customer-specific order guides
- Customers can see real-time inventory, pricing, and account history
Sales Rep Portal
$150/month
Tiered Pricing
- INCLUDES ORDER ENTRY PORTAL
- Sales reps see only their assigned customers
- See real-time inventory, pricing, and account history
Shipments Manager
$200/month
Custom Integration*
- Custom integrations meet your warehouse's requirements
- Easily send orders from QuickBooks to your warehouse's software
- When orders ship, tracking information is immediately available
* $300 one-time integration fee for ShipStation. The maximum one-time integration fee is $1200, depending on your warehouse's software.
Why Now Commerce is a strong fit for Canadian QuickBooks users
Compared to general B2C platforms, Now Commerce is built specifically for QuickBooks sync and B2B workflows — reducing the need for middleware and custom tax mapping across provinces.
| Feature / Platform | Now Commerce | NetSuite | Shopify | Squarespace | Wix |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Designed for B2B Sales | Purpose-built for wholesalers & manufacturers using QuickBooks (strong fit for Canada) | ERP; complex | B2C focused | B2C focused | B2C focused |
| QuickBooks Integration | Direct two-way sync with QuickBooks Desktop & Online (Canadian editions supported) | Requires connector | Needs plugin | Needs connector | Needs connector |
| Province tax & GST/HST | Mapping is available during setup for Canadian provinces | Complex setup | Third-party solutions | Third-party solutions | Third-party solutions |
Now Commerce and QuickBooks Integration
Now Commerce is designed for flawless, real-time sync with QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online. No third-party middleware is required for core commerce sync — we map tax codes, VAT/HST, and provincial taxes during onboarding to ensure accounting accuracy in Canada.
Integration highlights
Key integration features
Two-way QuickBooks sync
Orders, customer updates, inventory levels, and shipping details sync instantly with QuickBooks Canada.
Supports QuickBooks Desktop & Online
Work with your existing QuickBooks setup — no need to move systems.
Portal-level integration
Customer, sales rep, and fulfillment portals connect directly to QuickBooks to eliminate duplicate data entry.
Business benefits
Reduce errors & save time
Automate order posting and tax mapping so your bookkeeping team spends less time reconciling provincial taxes.
Faster fulfillment
Automated shipping updates and fulfillment workflows speed delivery to customers and distributors.
Tax-aware reporting
Accurate GST/HST & provincial tax reporting when orders post to QuickBooks Canada.
Industries that Benefit Most from Now Commerce for QuickBooks
Now Commerce is ideal for Canadian businesses that sell SKU-based products and need precise accounting integration:
Manufacturers
- Manage SKUs, raw materials, and finished goods
- Handle custom orders and tiered pricing with QuickBooks Canada sync
Wholesalers / Distributors
- Customer-specific pricing and net terms
- Large order volumes and multi-location inventory
Importers / Exporters
- Simplify international B2B orders and duty handling
- Integrate shipping and fulfillment with QuickBooks
B2B eCommerce & SKU Retail
- Professional buyer experience and contract pricing
- Real-time inventory updates linked to QuickBooks
Industrial & Supply Companies
- Complex quotes, orders, and fulfillment
- Reduced manual entry via direct QuickBooks sync
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does Now Commerce offer a free trial?
Yes. We offer a free trial of our B2B Customer Portal and Sales Rep Portal — no credit card required. Contact us for a trial instance to test GST/HST and provincial tax handling.
How long does it take to set up Now Commerce?
Most portals can be ready within a few days; full QuickBooks mapping (including Canadian tax codes) depends on the complexity of your pricing and locations.
Does Now Commerce charge for setup assistance?
No. Setup is handled through guided onboarding meetings with your dedicated account manager; tax mapping and QuickBooks configuration are included in the setup discussions.
Is the subscription month-to-month?
Yes. Subscriptions are month-to-month with no long-term contract required; cancel anytime.
Does Now Commerce charge for ongoing support?
No. Subscriptions include phone and email support; premium support options are available for large enterprise deployments.
Can customers and sales reps enter their own orders?
Yes. Authorized customers and sales reps can place orders; orders are posted automatically to QuickBooks Canada for review and fulfillment.
Is Now Commerce compatible with QuickBooks Online?
Yes. Now Commerce supports Canadian editions of QuickBooks Online.
Is Now Commerce compatible with QuickBooks Desktop?
Yes. Now Commerce supports Canadian versions of QuickBooks Desktop Pro, Premier, and Enterprise, including cloud-hosted configurations.
Is Now Commerce compatible with cloud-hosted QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise?
Yes. We support cloud-hosted QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise from major host providers; we will validate your host during onboarding.
Ready to streamline your B2B operations with Now Commerce + QuickBooks?
Automate order workflows, map GST/HST & provincial taxes correctly, and give customers and reps a modern ordering experience — all while keeping QuickBooks as your system of record.
Why choose Minding My Books for Now Commerce Integration?
- QuickBooks Canada expertise & tax mapping
- Direct two-way QuickBooks sync — no middleware for core functions
- Onboarding, training & remote support for Canadian businesses
- Proven experience with distributors, manufacturers, and wholesalers
Call us at 646-825-4819 or schedule a free consultation to see how Now Commerce + QuickBooks can scale your B2B operations.
