Commerce Today: Recent Episodes

Joshua Warren

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.

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The rise of organized retail crime is rattling the retail industry, with significant impacts on profit and store safety. This episode focuses on the role of ecommerce in both contributing to and reducing these issues. Joshua and Darin explore real-world examples, discuss the unexpected benefits of omnichannel strategies, and present actionable insights to help you safeguard your business. Tune in to discover a balanced perspective on tackling theft and enhancing your retail operations.

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Tune in to our podcast episode where Joshua and Darin discuss the art of scaling in Direct-to-Consumer ecommerce. From flash sales to rock-solid systems, they share insights and real-world examples for non-technical ecommerce managers aiming to grow sustainably. Don't miss out!

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Navigating the world of high-volume ecommerce deployments? This episode is your compass. Dive deep with us into the approaches that range from basic maintenance mode updates to sophisticated blue-green deployments and feature flags. Enhance innovation, minimize downtime, and thrive in the digital marketplace.

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How can eCommerce directors foster robust consumer trust in the digital era? Our latest episode seeks to answer this question. Based on the insightful report by UNCTAD, we delve into six strategic steps to amplify consumer trust in online platforms. From the importance of clear information and safe products to the intricacies of data protection, dispute resolution, platform liabilities, and law enforcement, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complex terrain of eCommerce.

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Uncover the transformative world of Composable Commerce in our latest Commerce Today episode, "Reinventing eCommerce: Composable Commerce for Magento Order Management". We invite eCommerce Directors to explore how to redefine traditional order management systems by integrating components like ShipperHQ into their Magento commerce sites. This episode will highlight how Composable Commerce gives you the reins, providing enhanced control over customer experiences and fostering unique, brand-reflective experiences. Moreover, we'll delve into the seamless integration process that GraphQL offers on the Magento and Adobe Commerce platforms.

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Today we delve into the fascinating world of eCommerce evolution. We'll explore how retail executives are turning challenges into opportunities, harnessing the three Horizons of innovation to reshape the industry, and adapting their business models to stay ahead. From the rise of the direct-to-consumer sales model to the vital role of digital modernization, we'll cover it all. Join us as we map the future of retail and provide you with actionable insights to thrive in this dynamic landscape. Tune in now!

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Join us as we dive deep into Apple's legacy of understanding consumer needs and crafting transformative experiences. Apple has just unveiled the groundbreaking Vision Pro product at WWDC, poised to revolutionize ecommerce as we know it. This revolutionary device not only enhances the VR experience by reading glasses prescriptions, but also unlocks the gateway to virtual clothing shopping and augmented reality makeup testing. You don't want to miss this episode!

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When US ecommerce experts think of cross-border commerce, they typically think of challenges like international shipping and handling customs & duties, which for the most part are solved problems thanks to services like Borderfree. However, just a few hours south of the US in the Caribbean Sea there are over 40 million people that are cut off from the typical ecommerce experience. In this episode, we talk about the challenges these islanders face when attempting to buy or sell online and challenge the ecommerce community to work to build innovative solutions to bring ecommerce to the islands.

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Many ecommerce leaders are trying to figure out when it’s best to launch a new website or a new major feature on their site. Everyone varies based on their risk tolerance and business requirements, but today we’re going to talk about key points to consider when setting a launch.

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Learn more about how Google has rolled out a whole new and improved shopping experience, how Amazon's new acquisition Veeqo allows you to tie in your order sources and ship at a volume rate and finally how eBay has launched their international shipping programs.

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Today we're talking about Composable Commerce and the MACH approach to ecommerce technology and software. MACH stands for Microservices, API-first, Composable, Headless.

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We highlight and try several interesting tools that ecommerce professionals can use today.

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We borrowed Adobe's Crystal Ball to look at predictions for 2022 holiday sales online. Will Black Friday or Cyber Monday be the big day for online shopping this year? Overall - if you’re having a hard time making holiday predictions based on current data, or if things seem weird in your data throughout the holiday season - it’s probably not you, it’s the economy and consumer behavior this year!

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Download the worksheet and guide to setting your 2023 ecommerce budget at https://creatuity.com/setting-your-2023-ecommerce-budget Struggling to set your ecommerce budget for 2023? Want to know what other companies are doing? Tune in to this episode to learn how to set your 2023 ecommerce budget.