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Displaying all 8 Episode of Commerce Today with the tag “customer experience”.
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Episode 146: Your Next Customer is an AI: Preparing for the Agentic Commerce Wave
October 21st, 2025 | 21 mins 33 secs
agentic commerce, ai shopping, ai-first world, automation, customer experience, digital reputation, digital transformation, ecommerce, ecommerce innovation, ecommerce strategy, future of shopping, real-time availability, structured data
The way we shop is about to fundamentally change. Soon, you won't just be selling to humans browsing your website; you'll be selling to AI agents making purchases on their behalf. This is the dawn of "agentic commerce." When a user asks their AI, "Find me the best product that meets these criteria," will your brand even be in the running? This episode is your playbook for the future. Discover the three foundational pillars you need to have in place—Structured Data, Real-Time Availability, and Digital Reputation—to ensure your business is visible and viable in an AI-first world.
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Episode 126: Personalization in 2025: The 5-Level Ladder from “Hi" to Predictive Service
June 3rd, 2025 | 26 mins 12 secs
b2b, b2c, case studies, commerce today, creatuity, customer engagement, customer experience, data-driven marketing, digital marketing, e-commerce personalization, joshua warren, kpis, litmus test, netflix, personalization ladder, personalization strategy, quick wins, revenue growth, targeted ads, user experience
In this episode of Commerce Today, host and Creatuity CEO Joshua Warren takes a fresh look at e-commerce personalization. Using real-world examples—from Netflix’s smart recommendations to the pitfalls of over-targeted ads—Joshua explores what makes personalization effective versus intrusive. He introduces the five-step "personalization ladder," sharing actionable tips, quick wins, and KPIs at each stage to help brands level up their personalization strategy. The episode wraps with real-life case studies and a five-question litmus test to ensure your efforts stay customer-friendly. Whether you're in B2B or B2C, this episode will help you drive revenue and deliver better customer experiences through smarter personalization.
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Episode 115: Revolutionizing Retail: Omnichannel Strategies for Farm & Home Stores
March 18th, 2025 | 17 mins 29 secs
atf compliance, bopis, buy online pickup in store, covid-19 response, curbside pickup, customer experience, ecommerce, erp integration, family farm and home, headless order management system, inventory management, logistics, mobile point of sale, omnichannel retail, order fulfillment, pos, retail innovation, retail technology, rural king, supply chain, vendor ship to store
In this episode of Commerce Today, Joshua Warren shares his firsthand experiences leading omnichannel retail projects for two major farm and home retailers, Rural King and Family Farm and Home. He explores key solutions such as buy online, pickup in store (BOPIS), curbside pickup, and vendor ship to store. Joshua also discusses overcoming challenges like ATF compliance, integrating legacy ERP systems, and rapidly deploying curbside pickup during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, he provides insights into the development of a headless order management system and a mobile point-of-sale system. Tune in for a deep dive into the complexities of omnichannel retail and practical lessons for retailers of all sizes.
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Episode 105: Out with the Old – 10 E-Commerce Practices to Leave Behind In 2024
January 7th, 2025 | 20 mins 23 secs
2025 trends, ai in ecommerce, business growth, business strategy, commerce today, creatuity, customer experience, cx improvements, digital transformation, ecommerce, ecommerce podcast, ecommerce success, innovation, mobile optimization, new year's eve, online retail, outdated habits, personalization, tech stack
n this special New Year’s Eve episode of Commerce Today, Joshua Warren, CEO of Creatuity, counts down 10 outdated e-commerce habits to leave behind in 2024. From mobile missteps to AI pitfalls, discover key strategies to enhance your tech stack, improve CX, and drive smarter personalization. Start 2025 with actionable insights to set your business up for success!
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Episode 98: PIMs 101 - Unlocking Product Data for E-Commerce Success
November 19th, 2024 | 17 mins 17 secs
business efficiency, commerce today., commercial pim providers, customer experience, data streamlining, digital transformation, ecommerce, ecommerce operations, open-source pim providers, operational efficiency, pim systems, product data, product information management, product management
In this episode of Commerce Today, we explore the transformative power of Product Information Management (PIM) systems for ecommerce businesses. Learn how PIMs streamline product data, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the customer experience. This is the first installment of a two-part series, where we delve into the key benefits of PIMs, review leading commercial and open-source providers, and discuss how these systems are reshaping the way businesses handle product information. Stay tuned for insights to help you take your ecommerce operations to the next level!
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Episode 89: Starbucks' Digital Fail: Failing to Balance Efficiency with Experience
September 17th, 2024 | 16 mins 46 secs
brand experience, brian niccol, business strategy, commerce today, community-driven, customer experience, digital initiative, digital transformation, e-commerce, efficiency, sales, starbucks
In this episode of Commerce Today, we explore Starbucks' digital transformation journey and how it shifted too much focus on efficiency and sales, neglecting the brand's core community-driven experience. Now, under the leadership of CEO Brian Niccol, Starbucks is returning to its roots, offering key insights for businesses undergoing their own digital transformations. Whether you're launching an e-commerce platform or planning a digital initiative, this episode will help you find the right balance between driving sales and preserving the customer experience.
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Episode 83: The 7 Deadly Sins of E-commerce: Avoiding Common Pitfalls
August 6th, 2024 | 19 mins 34 secs
actionable advice, b2b, b2c, business growth, competitive landscape, customer experience, customer service, deadly sins, e-commerce, mobile optimization, online business, real-world examples
In this episode of Commerce Today, we uncover the 7 deadly sins of e-commerce that could either make or break your online business. From ignoring mobile optimization to delivering poor customer service, we delve into each pitfall and offer practical solutions to keep your e-commerce platform thriving. Whether you're in B2B or B2C, these insights are vital for enhancing customer experience and driving growth. Tune in for actionable advice and real-world examples to help you navigate the competitive e-commerce landscape.
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Episode 17: Return Wars
February 14th, 2023 | 15 mins 7 secs
accept, amazon, apple, buy, commerce, companies, customer, customer experience, expectation, experience, felt, josh, model, opportunity, product, refund, refurb, retailers, return, store
According to a November 2022 report by Retail Dive, 91% of ecommerce retailers reported returns growing faster than revenue during the last year and on average, 30% of online orders are now returned. Consumers clearly expect a smooth returns process, but retailers are struggling to manage this new expectation.