AI Personalization Improves ROI?

David Edelman, senior lecturer at Harvard Business School and author of "The Personalized Customer Experience in the Age of AI," delves into the history and future of personalization. Discover how proper use of artificial intelligence can drive significant ROI improvements, illustrated by examples like Shopify's impressive 400% boost in conversion rates. Gain insights into the critical importance of starting with customer value to create impactful, personalized experiences. Learn why brands like Starbucks have succeeded by simplifying the user experience through smart AI applications.
About the speaker

David Edelman

Harvard Business School

 - Harvard Business School

David is Executive Advisor & Fellow at Harvard Business School

Personalized, Customer Experience in the age of AI

Show Notes

  • 00:30
    Discussing the impact of AI personalization on ROI.
    Exploring how AI personalization can enhance Return on Investment for businesses.
  • 05:15
    Ingredients for successful personalization strategies.
    Identifying key components like empowerment, knowledge, reach, showcasing, and delight in personalization efforts.

Quotes

  • "I have seen companies like Shopify, for example, the example I just said, get a 400% improvement in the ROI on their conversion rates by using AI to manage the way they're going to market." - David Edelman

Episode Chapters

  • 01:36
    Lightning Round
    AI Personalization ROIPersonalization using AI can significantly improve ROI, but it must be used wisely to avoid overwhelming customers and potentially leading to negative experiences.
  • 02:56
    Trend or Trash
    AI for PersonalizationUsing AI for personalization is a current trend, especially when starting from the customer value perspective rather than just the data. Successful brands, like Shopify, see significant ROI improvements from this approach.
  • 03:49
    Game Plan
    Customer-Centric PersonalizationBrands should think about the customer’s experience and value while implementing AI-driven personalization strategies, simplifying processes, and enabling seamless customer interactions. Examples include Starbucks' personalized app experience.
About the speaker

David Edelman

Harvard Business School

 - Harvard Business School

David is Executive Advisor & Fellow at Harvard Business School

Personalized, Customer Experience in the age of AI
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