General DEPT I Career Opportunity for Students and Young Professionals

DEPT I Career Opportunity for Students and Young Professionals

For our office in Cologne, we are looking for a Working Student / Intern for Amazon Advertising (m/f/div) who brings excellent initiative and motivation. DEPT I Working Student / Intern Paid Advertising (m/f/div) As a Working Student / Intern at Amazon Advertising (m/f/div), you will plan marketing measures with the search or programmatic team to …

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E-Commerce How to make your online store mobile ready

How to make your online store mobile ready

  How does my online store become mobile-enabled? The smartphone has become a constant companion in everyday life for many people, and it is being used more and more frequently for online shopping. To meet the needs and behavior of customers, companies need to make their online presence mobile-enabled. A mobile-enabled online store offers numerous …

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E-Commerce Generative AI in Ecommerce: A Look Beyond Texts

Generative AI in Ecommerce: A Look Beyond Texts

Image source: Pixabay   Experimenting with generative artificial intelligence like ChatGPT may rather quickly lead to faster and more creative text ‘writing’, but the technology harbors many more opportunities for e-commerce. However, not without risk. Therefore, a look at strategy and concrete examples is in order. Firstly, the phrase ‘AI is everywhere’ has become quite …

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Content Marketing User-Generated-Content increases the willingness to purchase

User-Generated-Content increases the willingness to purchase

Customers rely primarily on User-Generated-Content (UGC) when making purchasing decisions, according to a study by Bazaarvoice. Social media is also becoming increasingly established as an everyday distribution channel. UGC stands for “User-Generated-Content” and refers to content created and published by users, such as reviews, photos, or videos, on online platforms and social media. These contents …

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General Digital transformation: 4 trends to pay attention to right now

Digital transformation: 4 trends to pay attention to right now

Image source: Pixabay   The pandemic propelled many businesses to adopt digital technologies faster than ever before. While the immediate rush to adopt new technologies and services that address pandemic-related challenges has subsided, investing in digital transformation has not. Worldwide spending on new technologies and services is steadily increasing year over year and will reach …

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Social Commerce Why Social Commerce is Crucial for Growth

Why Social Commerce is Crucial for Growth

Image source: Pixabay   Over the last decade, the burgeoning creator economy — which centers on individuals creating and monetizing digital content — has supercharged the growth of social commerce. The evolution of social media platforms making high-production value content, particularly video, more accessible has caused a boom in viewership. More consumers using social platforms …

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General From Amazon Prime Day to brand awareness

From Amazon Prime Day to brand awareness

The Amazon Prime Day offers unique opportunities for Amazon’s business partners to increase their sales and enhance their brand awareness. To make the most out of this important day, merchants should take some crucial steps. On July 11th and 12th – the Amazon Prime Day – the 1.7 million small and medium-sized independent businesses on …

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E-Commerce Marketing Subscription models for revenue growth

Subscription models for revenue growth

According to a recent study conducted by Stripe, the majority of German companies expect an increase in revenue through subscription models, despite the current economic situation. Subscription models rely on international expansion, flexible pricing, and minimizing declined payments. As a result, they remain one of the biggest trends in e-commerce in 2023, even in the …

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E-Commerce Accounting software for online companies

Accounting software for online companies

New companies and start-ups are constantly emerging in the fast-growing e-commerce and social commerce areas. These often concentrate very intensively on content-related activities and neglect the necessary financial and accounting requirements for an economically successful company. Accounting software for online companies – importance and advantages In times of digitalization, companies have to adapt to new …

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Event ISPC 2023: Successful registrations and deadline extension

ISPC 2023: Successful registrations and deadline extension

With more than 20 qualified submissions, the preparations for the International Scientific-Practical Conference (ISPC) 2023 have already started off on a very positive note. Once again, the ISPC is being organized by the East European University in collaboration with the E-Commerce Institute Cologne. The aim is to provide a platform for the presentation and discussion …

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Chatbot Large language models: 6 pitfalls to avoid

Large language models: 6 pitfalls to avoid

Image source: Pixabay   There has recently been incredible progress in artificial intelligence (AI), due mainly to the advances in developing large language models (LLMs). These are the beating heart of text and code generation tools such as ChatGPT, Bard, and GitHub’s Copilot. These models are on course for adoption across all sectors. But serious concerns remain about …

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E-Commerce Four Ways Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming E-Commerce

Four Ways Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming E-Commerce

Image source: Pixabay   There isn’t an industry in the world that is immune to the influence of artificial intelligence (AI). From virtual reality (VR) gaming systems to AI robots in industrial manufacturing, the development of AI technology is revolutionizing the way we interact with the world. But e-commerce is especially susceptible to AI disruption, …

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ISPC Update on the 3rd ISPC 2023

Update on the 3rd ISPC 2023

Prepare for ISPC 2023: news with our new partner!   Get ready for the “International Scientific-Practical Conference (ISPC 20239”, where innovation and collaboration converge. We’re thrilled to announce a game-changing development—a new partner joining forces with us. As the countdown begins, we’re excited to share the latest updates that will make ISPC 2023 an unforgettable …

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E-Commerce Strategies For E-Commerce Seeking To Implement Chatbots

Strategies For E-Commerce Seeking To Implement Chatbots

Image source: Pixabay   The online shopping experience has evolved dramatically over the past few years, and the rise of chatbots has been just one of the factors contributing to this change. Chatbots offer online stores a unique way to engage with customers, assist with their needs and ultimately improve the user experience, particularly during …

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General 7 ways to eliminate boredom in the workplace

7 ways to eliminate boredom in the workplace

Image source: Pixabay   Most of us want to be superstars at our job – but it’s not always clear where to start. To succeed in the workplace, we need to become intrinsically motivated by our work. You can improve your overall performance and work satisfaction by identifying tasks that you perceive as boring or …

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E-Commerce Marketing Instagram advertising: The 8 step guide for your brand

Instagram advertising: The 8 step guide for your brand

Image source: Pixabay   If you’re looking to get more out of your Instagram marketing, it’s time you tried Instagram advertising. Instagram has 2 billion active Instagram users each month, and the average user scrolls through the platform for 53 minutes each day. With usage like that, Instagram ads can help you expand your reach …

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Digital Management 7 digital transformation barriers to overcome

7 digital transformation barriers to overcome

Image source: Pixabay   Digital transformation is the integration of digital technology into all areas of a business resulting in fundamental changes to how businesses operate and deliver value. It helps streamline operations, increase efficiency, gain deeper insights into customers’ needs and behavior, foster innovation, and drive business growth. Digital transformation is no longer a …

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Digital Management AI democratization: Is your organization prepared?

AI democratization: Is your organization prepared?

  Image source: Pixabay   Once upon a time, you could be an expert generalist in managing IT infrastructure. Today? Not so much. Modern digital environments encompass so many constituent services and specializations that it’s impossible for any individual to truly master them all. At the same time, the importance of IT infrastructure, and the …

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General The state of social media 2023: what’s next

The state of social media 2023: what’s next

Image source: Pixabay   It’s been two years since The Harris Poll tried to understand how leaders view the state of social media and its impact on an organization. At that time, social as a channel and profession was undergoing a major evolution. Today, it’s clear that constant change is simply a part of the …

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Digital Management How social reinforces digital out-of-home ads

How social reinforces digital out-of-home ads

Image source: Pixabay   The future of digital out-of-home is brighter than a Times Square billboard. As uncertain economic conditions continue and technological innovations bloom, digital out-of-home is growing into a popular form of digital marketing. According to the Digital Out of Home Advertising Market report, the digital out-of-home market is expected to grow at …

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