The FODcast
The FODcast
Tim Roedel and James Hodges
The Future of E-Commerce: Gen Z, AI, and the Rise of Unified Retail with James Brooke
52 minutes Posted Mar 5, 2025 at 8:00 am.
Introduction to the Future of Digital Commerce
Meet Tim Roedel and James Brooke
Tim's Transition to MAPP CEO
The Importance of Customer Experience in Retail
The Evolution of Customer Experience
The Attention Economy and Consumer Engagement
The Power of Social Media in Product Discovery
Understanding Product vs. Service Dynamics
Gen Z and Millennial Expectations
Data and Privacy Challenges in Retail
Overcoming Data Privacy and Compliance Issues
The Role of AI in Enhancing Customer Interactions
Future Trends and Predictions in Digital Commerce
Practical Advice for Retailers to Engage Gen Z
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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The latest episode of The FODcast is here, and this time we’re joined by James Brooke, CEO of MAPP Digital, and a true industry veteran with over 31 years of experience in digital commerce. Having witnessed the sector’s transformation first-hand, James shares his insights into where digital commerce is headed next, what businesses must do to stay ahead, plus a deeper dive into: Gen Z who are rewriting the rules of online shopping, meaning traditional strategies no longer cut it. Social medi...