A rising trend, but is it worth it? Trends that are set to dominate the e-commerce landscape in 2024. From voice-enabled search to the rise of dark social, and the growing importance of environmental consciousness, we covered it all.

In this episode, Jordan West shares his insights, opinions, and predictions related to voice-enabled search, headless websites, augmented reality, loyalty programs, branding, social media sales platforms, machine learning, connected TV, and consumer consciousness. Jordan offers practical advice and strategic guidance for those looking to thrive in the competitive e-commerce market. Incrementality and multi-touch attribution are emphasized, along with tracking the right metrics for financial stability.

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Key takeaways from this episode:

• Voice-enabled search is expected to grow significantly, with smart devices like Alexa and Google Home becoming more prevalent.
• Headless websites are a growing trend, but not necessarily beneficial for all brands. Flexibility may increase, but the investment may not be worth the returns for most businesses.
• The use of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) for enhancing consumer experience, especially in the fashion industry, will continue to rise.
• Traditional loyalty programs are becoming less effective, and brands need to look for innovative ways to provide value to their customers, such as unique programs like Toki.
• Business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce is anticipated to remain a significant opportunity for brands to reach more consumers through avenues like corporate gifting and partnerships with various retail outlets.
• Machine learning is evolving and is expected to be integral in various aspects of business operations, including marketing, sales, and customer engagement.
• The rise of "dark social" through private messaging apps emphasizes the importance of genuine word-of-mouth marketing and the challenge of tracking such interactions.

Recommended App/Tool:

Toki: https://apps.shopify.com/toki-loyalty-rewards

Shopify Sidekick: https://www.shopify.com/ph/magic

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