Shopify and the Rise of AI for Small Businesses
Shopify has announced its intention to use AI in its regular operations to help merchants efficiently manage their stores. The e-commerce site has implemented AI programs that edit images, provide customer support, and even generate product descriptions. Its AI platform, Magic, is capable of suggesting personalized recommendations for all products and assigning new offerings the correct attributes of colour, size, and style.
Shopify is developing as a leader in the use of AI by businesses. It is developing Sidekick, an AI-enabled commerce assistant, which is currently in the early access stage for select merchants. Sidekick acts as an assistant that is capable of setting up shipping, keeping track of inventory, and creating instant reports tailored to business needs.
Through AI, Shopify has tailored innovative solutions to many problems faced by small businesses. This makes managing a store easier and will give entrepreneurs a better chance at becoming successful. It is clear that AI is becoming a powerful tool that is reshaping how businesses operate, and Shopify’s AI initiatives are signifying a trend in making AI more accessible to entrepreneurs.
Author: Josephine Hu, 2024 Summer Student-At-Law
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