# MIT OL Unified Ecommerce This application provides a central system to handle ecommerce activities across the Open Learning web applications. ## Goal The goal of the Unified Ecommerce system is to: - Provide a single interface that can be used across applications and brands to unify the checkout experience for end users - Provide a single interface for managing products, discounts, and financial assistance - Provide a clearinghouse for post-sale events and data - Reduce the load of implementing new features and responding to new requirements