Why Traditional Recommendations Fail in Fashion — and How AI Stylists Fix It
As a CXO, CMO, or SVP of Digital in fashion retail, you face constant pressure: elevate the customer experience, reduce costly return rates, and boost conversions. Yet, despite heavy investment in personalization platforms, the numbers still tell a worrying story. In 2023, return rates across fashion hovered around 24.4%. The truth is, product recommendations alone […]
Smarter Social Proof: How AI-Powered Optimization is Changing Retail Messaging
In today’s competitive digital retail landscape, getting your message right—and delivering it at just the right moment—is no longer optional. Enter Algonomy’s Social Proof Optimization (SPO), a game-changing AI capability that helps retailers dynamically select and deliver the best-performing messages across the customer journey. Whether your goal is boosting views, add-to-carts, or purchases, SPO continuously learns and adapts to optimize for what matters most to your business.
Retail at Culture Speed: 5 Big Ideas from NRF APAC 2025
NRF APAC 2025, held June 3-5 in Singapore, didn’t just spotlight the latest in retail technology — it revealed a clear call to reset, reimagine, and realign. Across packed halls and intimate sessions, the takeaway was unmistakable: in a world that’s racing forward, relevance is no longer a nice-to-have. It’s oxygen. What stood out wasn’t […]
AI-Powered Personalization Beyond GPTs – The Future of Hyper-Personalized Email Marketing
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, consumers expect more than just generic interactions—they demand real-time, context-aware experiences that feel tailor-made for them. While Generative AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPTs, has revolutionized content creation, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. True hyper-personalization requires a broader AI-driven strategy that integrates predictive analytics, real-time segmentation, and behavioral modeling. In this blog, we’ll explore how AI is transforming marketing personalization beyond GPTs and how Algonomy’s solutions such as Active Content and others are leading the charge.
From Ordinary to Exceptional: Ensemble AI’s 3 Tactics for Retail Success
Think of the timeless tale of Indiana Jones, where every clue and ancient relic brings him closer to the ultimate treasure. In retail, each innovation in customer experience acts as a clue leading businesses toward success. Much like Jones decoding ancient maps, retailers must navigate shifting consumer expectations and competitive landscapes. Advanced personalization through solutions like Ensemble AI is one of the most …
Guided Selling Meets Personalization: The Future of Digital Commerce
As per Gartner® in the Hype Cycle™ for Retail Technologies, 2024 Research, “to navigate a disruptive and unpredictable digital business environment, retailers need to invest in innovative technology that improves insight and supports unified commerce operations.”
The Social Proof Advantage: Elevate Your Ecommerce Game
Did you know that 95% of online shoppers rely on reviews before making a purchase?
As in offline shopping, the power of ‘me too’ and ‘pull of the crowd’ in ecommerce is tremendous. Marketers have long capitalized on this persuasion tactic, even before Robert Cialdini introduced the concept in 1984 in his book Influence: Science and Practice.
In his research, Robert found that when we are indecisive about expected behavior in a certain situation, we look to other people to guide us towards action. He called this psychological and social phenomenon ‘Social Proof’.
5 Signs You Need B2B Search and What to Do Next
Research suggests that 80% of customers on B2B commerce platforms expect to receive a buying experience that’s on par with that offered to their B2C counterparts1 – placing a great deal of pressure on businesses to up their game. However, 75% of B2B customers feel that their expectations for personalized shopping experiences are not being […]
Beyond Browsing: How Guided Selling Is Reshaping Product Discovery in Online Shopping
The recommendation engine market size, valued at just over $1 billion in 2018, is projected to hit an astounding $12 billion by 2025.
Optimizing Your Retail Strategy for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many, but for online retailers, it’s also a period of intense preparation. As a personalization consultant at Algonomy, I’ve had the privilege of assisting some of the world’s leading retail businesses in ensuring that their customer experiences are finely tuned and optimized for the […]