Commerce Today
Ecommerce insights merchants can use today
About the show
Short, actionable updates on ecommerce and omnichannel technology that help merchants of all sizes succeed. We focus on things you should be doing today to be successful in the ecommerce industry.
Episodes
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Episode 34: Ecommerce Islands
June 13th, 2023 | 16 mins 37 secs
cultural divide, islands, opportunity, physical money, trust
From Islands to Innovations: Unlocking Caribbean Ecommerce. Discover the untapped potential and challenges faced by 40M islanders. Join us as we inspire the ecommerce community to build innovative solutions and bridge the gap. Tune in and be part of the transformation!
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Episode 33: Omnichannel in the Post-COVID, ROBO, Inflation Era
June 6th, 2023 | 16 mins 53 secs
ecommerce, inflation, omnichannel, promos, robo, uncertainty
Uncover the secrets of thriving in a changing economy. Join Darren Newbold and Josh Warren as they explore the fascinating "Robo" era and reveal strategies to reach consumers during challenging times. Discover the power of Omnichannel, actionable tips for ecommerce directors, and the keys to building a loyal following. Tune in for insights on consumer behavior and business growth. Don't miss this captivating podcast episode!
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Episode 32: Ecommerce Leadership - a New Director's Guide
May 30th, 2023 | 21 mins 12 secs
goals, knowledge building, leadership style, risks, self-awareness, team
Unlock Your Ecommerce Leadership Secrets! Join Darin and Josh as they reveal the keys to success in our captivating podcast. Discover your unique leadership style, build strong team relationships, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving industry. New ecommerce directors, tune in now and unleash your leadership potential!
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Episode 31: Ecommerce Like It's 1999
May 23rd, 2023 | 18 mins 22 secs
competition, customer service., ecommerce, leadership, open source, software development
Unleash Your Competitive Edge! Join CEO Josh in a riveting podcast episode where he reveals the secrets to thriving in a changing market. Discover the power of innovation, balancing priorities, and standing out in the online marketplace. Get inspired by real-life success stories and embark on your own journey to triumph!"
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Episode 30: AI Visibility Enhancement: E-commerce's Future, Today
May 16th, 2023 | 19 mins 32 secs
ai, data, discord, google, gpt, information, langchain, llm, people, plugins, product, recommended, searching, shopify, today, trends, visibility
Join us in Commerce Today as we discuss two emerging e-commerce trends: the use of Language Learning Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT in decision-making and the shift in information discovery methods. Learn how to stay ahead of the curve with AI Visibility Enhancement (AVE), make your product data accessible to LLMs, and maximize your e-commerce success. Tune in for a deep dive into AVE and position your business for the future today!
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Episode 29: Meet Your New Best Friend, LangChainAI
May 9th, 2023 | 21 mins 3 secs
ai, chat bot, customer service, data., lang chain, openai api
Are you looking to transform your e-commerce business with the latest AI technology? Our latest podcast explores the powerful benefits of Lang Chain, an open-source project that connects different language models to provide top-notch customer service, financial analysis, design advice, and more. Discover how to optimize your resources and take your business to new heights with the limitless potential of AI in e-commerce. Tune in now and join the revolution!
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Episode 28: Revolutionizing Ecommerce: Our Takeaways from Adobe Summit
May 2nd, 2023 | 19 mins 40 secs
adobe, ai, api, app builder, commerce, conferences, create, e commerce, episode, fun, important, magento, personalization, piece, products, summit, support, talked, tools
Ready to take your ecommerce game to the next level? Our team has just returned from #AdobeSummit, where we uncovered the latest strategies for success in digital marketing and ecommerce. From AI to personalization, we're sharing our key takeaways and insights on how to stay ahead of the game. Join us for a sneak peek into the future of ecommerce – listen now!
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Episode 27: Adobe Commerce Cloud vs. Magento Open Source: Choosing the Right Ecommerce Platform for Your Business
April 25th, 2023 | 18 mins 9 secs
adobe commerce cloud vs magento open source, ecommerce platforms, scalability
In this episode, we dive into the world of ecommerce platforms and compare Adobe Commerce Cloud and Magento Open Source. Join us as we explore the benefits and limitations of each platform and help you determine which one is right for your business.
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Episode 26: Revolutionizing Ecommerce with ChatGPT: How AI is Transforming the Industry
April 18th, 2023 | 18 mins 44 secs
ai, benefits, challenges, code writing, ecommerce, language model, revolutionize future, strategic decision-making
In this episode, we explore the ways in which ChatGPT, an AI-powered language model, is rapidly transforming the ecommerce industry. From writing code for ecommerce platforms to assisting in strategic decision making, ChatGPT has the potential to revolutionize the way ecommerce businesses operate. Join our hosts, Joshua and Darin, as they break down the key benefits and challenges of using ChatGPT in ecommerce, and discuss what the future holds for AI in the industry.
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Episode 25: Ask the Right Questions When Choosing an Ecommerce Platform
April 11th, 2023 | 17 mins 16 secs
business, decision making, ecommerce, entrepreneur, environment, evaluation, future, industry, infrastructure, insights, migration, online business, platform, podcast, single-tenant, tips
A record number of ecommerce businesses are changing platforms in 2023. The most commonly cited reason is to find “commerce software adapted for us and hosted externally in a single-tenant environment.” But what does being hosted externally in a single-tenant environment mean, and why does it matter? What questions can I, as a merchant, ask a platform to determine if their infrastructure and approach matches my business needs?
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Episode 24: 2023: The Year of Ecommerce Re-Platforming
April 4th, 2023 | 17 mins 10 secs
companies, compliance, control, e commerce, ecommerce platform, expensive, flexibility, freedom, merchant, platform, salesperson, scale
According to recent reports, 2023 is shaping up to be the year of ecommerce re-platforming. 1 in 4 ecommerce companies plan to change ecommerce platforms in 2023. Switching to a new ecommerce platform is a major undertaking, and this is the highest number of brands that intend to replatform that we’ve seen in this annual survey. We believe this is due to economic conditions, buyer behavior and historical trends all coming together to make 2023 the year of ecommerce re-platforming. It’s important to know why you’re re-platforming and to select the right platform for your needs, which we’ll talk through today.
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Episode 23: Conference Strategies for eCommerce Merchants
March 28th, 2023 | 19 mins 7 secs
attending, conference, conversation, exhibit hall, goals, good, linkedin, magento, merchant, notes, people, plan, sales pitches, sessions, speakers, sponsors, thinking
How can you get the most out of attending an ecommerce or omnichannel commerce conference as a merchant? What are Darin and Joshua's favorite and least favorite parts of attending conferences? Find out in this week's live stream of Commerce Today.
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Episode 22: Flocking to Mastodon
March 21st, 2023 | 16 mins 33 secs
brand, call, designed, discord, e commerce, join, mastodon, nerd culture, open source, posts, running, server, social networks, targeting, tweet, twitter
Time to take back control of your social media! Check out Mastodon, a decentralized & open source platform for more control & freedom over your content. Join us to find out why everyone's flocking to this new network
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Episode 21: Is Your Brand Metaverse Ready?
March 14th, 2023 | 16 mins 39 secs
3d, blockchain, brand awareness, brands, customer service, devices, ecommerce, images, metaverse, omni channel, people, photography, products, ready, selling, thinking, vr, web
The Metaverse is still more hype than must-have for the average retailer. However, there are two things all brands can do now to be ready for the future Metaverse.
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Episode 20: Tech Layoffs and Ecommerce
March 7th, 2023 | 14 mins 14 secs
article, behavior, company, copycat, developers, drove, e commerce, ecommerce, economy, fear, greedy, laid, layoffs, merchants, started, talk, tech industry, wages
Warren Buffet once said to “be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful”. How can ecommerce companies apply this advice in light of the large number of layoffs in the tech industry over the past year?
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Episode 19: Buy Now Pay Later Bubble
February 28th, 2023 | 12 mins 12 secs
buy, buy now pay later, challenge, companies, consumer, contract, customers, financing, hoping, inflation, interest rates, loans, merchant, pay, percentage, provider, purchase, rates, retailers, risk, talked
Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) is a type of payment plan where consumers can purchase an item now and pay for it in installments in the future. This is seen as an alternative to traditional forms of credit, such as credit cards, personal loans, and store charge cards.