Migration guide

Migrate to AI product imagery in three phases. Most teams go live in under an hour.

Most customers are generating images within an hour of signing up. Everything you set up during a pilot carries over.

Migration overview

Run these sequentially or overlap them. If you've already run a pilot, you're ahead.

Phase 1: Import your catalogue

Optional

Bring your existing product data into FurnitureConnect's PIM. There are several ways to do this:

Bulk image upload — Drag and drop product images, upload ZIP files, or use folder structures. The system automatically organises them by product.
Product data import — Import product names, descriptions, dimensions, materials, and other attributes via CSV or manual entry.
Brand & collection structure — Set up your brands, collections, finishes, and materials to organise your catalogue the way your team works.

If you have an existing PIM or ecommerce platform, our team can help map your data structure to FurnitureConnect. Get in touch for assistance.

Phase 2: Generate your imagery

Day 1

With your catalogue imported, start generating AI-powered lifestyle imagery using the AI Studio:

Room staging — Place products in photorealistic room scenes. Choose from preset styles or describe your own.
Batch processing — Generate images for dozens of products at once. Queue up a full collection and let it run.
Product highlights — Generate annotated images that call out key features, materials, and dimensions.
Carousels— Create multi-image sets ready for marketplace listings and social media.
Upscaling & cleanup — Enhance existing images to 4K resolution. Remove backgrounds. Fix perspective.

Start with your highest-priority products and work outward. Most teams process their first full collection within a day.

Phase 3: Publish & onboard

Day 1-2

Get your imagery live and your team up to speed:

Export to channels — Download images individually, in bulk, or export product listings with imagery attached directly from the PIM.
Team access — Invite team members to your organisation. Set up roles for ecommerce, marketing, and sales teams.
Workflow handoff — Document the new process for your team. The typical flow is: product arrives → upload to PIM → generate imagery in Studio → export to channels. This replaces: product arrives → schedule shoot → wait → edit → upload.
Wind down old processes — Cancel or reduce photography and CGI contracts as your team becomes self-sufficient.

What to expect after the switch

Based on customer results:

First week

Catalogue imported and organised in PIM
First batch of lifestyle images generated
Team familiar with core workflows

First month

Full catalogue processed through AI Studio
New product launches using FC as primary imaging tool
Photography/CGI costs visibly reduced

Three months

All new products go live with styled imagery on day one
Conversion rate lift measurable on key product lines
Team fully self-sufficient

Ongoing

Continuous platform improvements and new AI capabilities
Dedicated support for your team
New features like video generation as they ship

Common migration questions

Can we run FurnitureConnect alongside our existing process?

Yes. Many teams start by using FurnitureConnect for new product launches while continuing their existing process for in-progress shoots. This lets you compare results side by side without disrupting anything.

How long does it take to import our catalogue?

Most teams import their full catalogue within a day. Bulk upload supports ZIP files, folder structures, and CSV data. If you have thousands of SKUs, our team can help with the import.

What happens to our existing product images?

They stay exactly where they are. FurnitureConnect adds to your existing assets — it doesn't replace them unless you want it to. You can use existing product photos as inputs for AI-generated lifestyle imagery.

Do we need technical resources for the migration?

No. FurnitureConnect is designed for ecommerce and marketing teams, not developers. The PIM and AI Studio are browser-based tools. If you need API integration or custom workflows, our team can help.

What support do we get during migration?

Dedicated, hands-on support. Our customers consistently highlight how responsive and helpful the team is. We'll help with catalogue import, workflow setup, and team training.

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