In this episode of Talk Commerce, Sabir Semerkant, an e-commerce growth advisor, shares his extensive experience in the industry, discussing the importance of a data-driven approach, continuous testing, and optimization. He emphasizes the significance of understanding customer behavior and leveraging AI to enhance growth strategies. Sabir also introduces the 8D method for e-commerce optimization, providing actionable insights for brands looking to scale their businesses profitably.

Takeaways

• Data is essential for making informed decisions in e-commerce.
• Ego has no place in e-commerce; focus on data instead.
• Daily improvements of just 1% can lead to significant growth over time.
• Understanding your customer is crucial for retention and growth.
• Testing different strategies is vital for finding what works best.
• AI can enhance efficiency and speed up growth processes.
• A holistic approach to business is necessary for sustainable success.
• Continuous learning and adaptation are key in the e-commerce landscape.
• Focus on a few key strategies rather than trying to do everything at once.
• The 8D method provides a structured approach to e-commerce optimization.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to E-commerce Growth

04:08
Sabir's Journey into E-commerce

12:58
Key Lessons in E-commerce Success

18:36
The 8D Method for Optimization

21:55
The Importance of Testing and Metrics

28:02
Leveraging AI in E-commerce

In this episode of Talk Commerce, Michael von Bodungen, the General Manager of VTEX North America, discusses the evolution and unique offerings of VTEX, including its order management and marketplace capabilities. He shares insights on the MACH Alliance, the importance of simplicity in enterprise e-commerce, and predictions for the future of commerce, particularly regarding agentic buyers and B2B transactions. The conversation emphasizes the need for businesses to focus on outcomes rather than complex architectures.

Takeaways

• Michael von Bodungen is the General Manager for VTEX in North America.
• VTEX has a unique offering with both OMS and marketplace capabilities.
• The MACH Alliance focuses too much on architecture rather than business outcomes.
• Simplicity is key in enterprise e-commerce solutions.
• Not all businesses need a headless solution.
• VTEX aims to provide a comprehensive platform for digital commerce.
• The future of commerce may involve AI and agentic buyers.
• B2B transactions are likely to see significant changes with technology advancements.
• Businesses should focus on the total cost of ownership when choosing platforms.
• VTEX is open to partnerships and collaborations with other systems.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to VTEX and Michael von Bodungen

02:17
The History and Growth of VTEX

04:43
Insights on the Mock Alliance and Business Outcomes

09:03
Simplifying Complexity in Enterprise Solutions

15:14
Unique Features of VTECS: OMS and Marketplace

17:58
Future Trends in Commerce and Agentic Technology

In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson speaks with Hikari Senju, founder and CEO of Omneky, an AI-powered advertising platform. They discuss the transformative role of agentic AI in advertising, the importance of omnichannel strategies, and the distinction between demand generation and demand capture. Hikari emphasizes the need for personalized and novel advertising experiences to enhance consumer engagement and conversion rates. The conversation also touches on effective budgeting across multiple platforms and the future of advertising as influenced by AI.

Takeaways

• Omneky generates personalized ads at scale using AI.
• The mission is to democratize growth for businesses of all sizes.
• Agentic AI transforms advertising into a business sales driver.
• Omnichannel advertising allows for better results across platforms.
• Demand generation is a larger market than demand capture.
• Retargeting can serve both demand generation and demand capture.
• Ad fatigue significantly decreases conversion rates.
• Automating media buying reduces costs and learning curves.
• AI's role in advertising will continue to grow.
• Omneky offers a free trial for users to explore its capabilities.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to OmniKey and AI in Advertising

19:36
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