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Elevating eCommerce Advertising with AI – with Mati Ram

Title: Elevating E-commerce Advertising with AI – with Mati Ram

Guest: Mati Ram, Founder and CEO of AdScale

Host: Arlen Robinson

Summary: In this episode of the eCommerce Marketing Podcast, Arlen Robinson interviews Mati Ram, the founder and CEO of AdScale. They discuss the transformative impact of AI on e-commerce advertising, detailing practical ways AI can be leveraged to improve ad creation, optimization, segmentation, and more. Mati shares his journey from founding a cybersecurity company to venturing into AI-driven advertising solutions for e-commerce businesses.

Key Takeaways:

  • [00:05:02] Why AI is a Game Changer:
    • AI levels the playing field by providing small and medium businesses with tools to create effective ads at a lower cost.
    • It allows businesses to compete with larger companies that have more resources for advertising.
  • [00:07:55] Practical Applications of AI in E-commerce Advertising:
    • Ad Creation: AI can analyze data to create effective ad copy, saving time and resources.
    • Optimization: AI helps optimize ads across different platforms by adjusting budgets based on performance.
    • Segmentation: AI identifies customer behavior patterns and creates targeted segments for personalized advertising.
    • Ad Copy and Creative: Tools like ChatGPT reduce the time spent on writing ad copy and creating visuals.
  • [00:14:13] Potential Negative Consequences of AI:
    • The primary downside is job loss as AI takes over tasks traditionally performed by humans.
    • Businesses and individuals need to adapt to these technological changes to stay relevant.
  • [00:17:30] Tools and Resources for Leveraging AI:
    • Utilize first-party data for more accurate and personalized advertising.
    • AI tools help analyze customer data and optimize ad performance without relying on cookies.
  • [00:20:33] Case Study: Meraki:
    • Meraki used AI to create micro-segments such as “Likely to Repurchase” and “Big Ticket Spenders” to target customers more effectively.
    • The AI-driven strategy improved customer acquisition, reduced acquisition costs, and increased customer lifetime value.

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