Which interfaces allow real-time data updates in SFCC storefronts?

Real-time data updates in Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) storefronts are primarily facilitated through webhooks and API endpoints. Webhooks are a mechanism by which an application can send real-time data to another application as soon as an event occurs, allowing for immediate updates on the storefront when changes happen. This is essential for delivering a responsive user experience, as it ensures that the information being presented is fresh and accurately reflects the current state of the system.

API endpoints further enhance this capability by allowing the SFCC storefront to communicate with external systems or services in real-time. This integration enables dynamic retrieval and display of data, such as product availability, pricing updates, or customer account information. When combined, webhooks and API endpoints create a robust framework for ensuring the storefront data is consistently up-to-date, providing users with the most relevant information without noticeable delays.

In contrast, other options such as static file updates, batch processing scripts, and pre-scheduled data updates operate under different paradigms. Static file updates are not dynamic and do not accommodate real-time changes. Batch processing scripts involve scheduled updates rather than instantaneous data refreshes, and pre-scheduled data updates can lead to periods of outdated information before the next update cycle. Therefore, they do not support true real