Commerce Today

Episode 142: Surviving the 2025 USPS Rate Hike: Protect Your Margins Without Sacrificing Service

September 23rd, 2025  |  12 mins 4 secs

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This 20-minute solo episode covers the July 13, 2025 USPS shipping rate increase. Joshua explains the 7.4 percent price hike, new oversized package surcharges, and which services are most affected. He also shares strategies for managing shipping costs, keeping customers informed, and protecting profitability.

Episode 116: Shopify vs. Adobe: The New SaaS Showdown

March 25th, 2025  |  14 mins 41 secs

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In this episode of Commerce Today, we break down the key announcements from Adobe Summit, with a focus on Adobe's new SaaS version of Adobe Commerce. We explore the launch details, features, and impact of Adobe Commerce Cloud Service and Adobe Commerce Optimizer, discussing what they mean for merchants, agencies, and the broader e-commerce ecosystem.

Tune in as we analyze the pros and cons of these innovations, their potential to reduce total cost of ownership, improve site performance, and provide greater flexibility in the evolving e-commerce landscape. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of Magento and Adobe Commerce!

Episode 38: Reviving Trust in eCommerce: 6 Actionable Strategies from An Unlikely Source

July 11th, 2023  |  20 mins 42 secs

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Discover the secrets to cultivating unwavering consumer trust in the dynamic digital era! Join us in our latest episode as we unveil a treasure trove of strategies curated from the enlightening report by UNCTAD. Dive deep into the captivating world of eCommerce as we unravel six strategic steps that will skyrocket your online platform's credibility. From the art of delivering crystal-clear information and ensuring the utmost safety of products to unlocking the complexities of data protection, dispute resolution, platform liabilities, and law enforcement, this episode is an absolute auditory feast for all who dare to conquer the exhilarating realm of eCommerce. Don't miss out on this must-listen episode that will revolutionize your understanding and propel your success in the thriving world of digital business!

Episode 20: Tech Layoffs and Ecommerce

March 7th, 2023  |  14 mins 14 secs

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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?

Episode 10: Just Walk Out: Amazon's Watching You

December 27th, 2022  |  13 mins 29 secs

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Technology has come a long way and now, retailers can do what was once impossible - track consumer behavior at the store.
Today, we explore this revolutionary technology and discuss how it is transforming the shopping experience!