November: What's new in composable?
November 2024
What's new in composable is your go-to guide for staying ahead in the ever-evolving composable commerce world. We've got your monthly dose of industry know-how with top trends, fresh insights, expert learnings, and must-attend events—everything you need to lead the charge in the retail world.
Your all-access pass to composable commerce starts here. Dive in and enjoy!
Industry news
SAP Spend Connect live hits the innovation jackpot
SAP unveiled it’s latest innovations in spend management and business network solutions at SAP Spend Connect Live. From automating procurement workflows with SAP Ariba Intake Management to leveraging SAP’s generative AI copilot, Joule, our cutting-edge tools are designed to enhance productivity, drive compliance, and deliver critical business insights.
Stripe Billing gets its biggest-ever upgrade
Stripe has unveiled its largest updates to Stripe Billing, including integration with third-party payment processors for better subscription management. New analytics features offer deeper insights into revenue data, enabling businesses to segment, benchmark, and forecast performance. Enhancements to usage-based billing provide more flexible pricing models, faster data processing, and improved reporting, helping businesses optimise their billing systems and drive growth more efficiently.
Adobe launches GenStudio for Performance Marketing
Adobe’s new AI-powered tool streamlines the creation and management of global marketing campaigns and helps creative and marketing teams quickly generate on-brand content for social ads, display banners, and emails. With integrations across platforms like Google, Meta, and TikTok, GenStudio enables efficient campaign activation and real-time performance insights, empowering brands to deliver personalized, high-performing content at scale.
Shopify introduces Shopify Finance
Shopify’s new unified platform simplifies business finances for entrepreneurs and integrates Shopify Balance, Credit, Capital, Bill Pay, and Tax into one dashboard, allowing merchants to access faster funding, earn rewards, and streamline tax compliance. Shopify Finance also offers flexible repayment terms, faster payouts, and easy bill payments. This solution is designed to help businesses grow by eliminating traditional banking complexities and providing more funding flexibility.
Salesforce delivers next generation commerce cloud
Salesforce’s new Commerce Cloud unifies B2C, DTC, and B2B commerce on a single platform, integrating AI-powered features like Agentforce agents for seamless, personalised customer experiences. New innovations, including AI-powered Agentforce agents (Merchant, Buyer, Personal Shopper), enhance operational efficiency by autonomously handling tasks like product recommendations and order tracking.
New and insightful
Brave Bison drops the ultimate guide to modernisation
Enterprise retailers need to move beyond outdated IT systems to create flexible, customer-centric experiences. Embracing composable architecture allows for faster updates, seamless integrations, and more agile, personalised shopping. Brave Bison’s SAP-powered playbook guides brands in transforming legacy systems to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
9 trends shaping the future of ecommerce: Alokai’s 2025 edition
The future of ecommerce is evolving fast, and staying ahead is crucial for success. Our latest report reveals the top trends set to define 2025, from AI-driven personalized shopping experiences to the rise of augmented reality and sustainable practices. Learn how to boost conversions, improve customer loyalty, and future-proof your business in an increasingly competitive market.
BigCommerce drops the state of omnichannel in fashion and beauty report
Curious about the future of fashion and beauty retail? BigCommerce’s 2024 report highlights how omnichannel strategies, from social commerce to AR/VR, are reshaping customer experiences. Learn how to create seamless and personalised interactions that build loyalty and drive sales.
Adobe releases the 2024 Digital Trends report
With insights from over 8,000 professionals and 6,000 customers globally, the report shows that consumers demand seamless, personalised experiences. To meet these expectations, organisations must prioritise data management, ensure AI is aligned with business goals, and adopt a clear strategy for implementing generative AI.
Coveo gets practical with the AI revolution
In 2025, the AI revolution shifts from hype to ROI. Businesses will focus on practical, measurable results from generative AI (GenAI), moving beyond experimentation. Explore key trends like AI maturity, specialised large language models (LLMs), and human-AI collaboration, that will shape the AI revolution over the next few years, and how businesses can prepare to maximise their investments.
Dates in the diary
London Fashion eCommerce Summit
A key event for UK fashion eCommerce professionals, focusing on current trends such as influencer marketing, social commerce, sustainability, and diversity in the fashion industry.
🗓️ November 21, 2024
📍 Hilton Canary Wharf, London
SAP CX Live Amsterdam
Don’t miss the chance to hear Brave Bison and WinParts discuss their journey to modernise customer experience with composable commerce.
🗓️ November 26, 2024
📍 Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
Tech for Retail - The European retail exhibition.
The premier European trade show that’s redefining retail. Explore the latest digital tools, cutting-edge technologies, and eco-responsible solutions that are transforming every aspect of the retail industry—from supply chain management to customer loyalty.
🗓️ November 26-27, 2024
📍 Paris Expo - Hall 4
London eCommerce Summit
This two-day event gathers eCommerce leaders from retailers, brands, merchants, and solution providers with a focus on key topics including strategy, marketing, operations, and customer experience.
🗓️ March 3 – 4, 2025
📍 Convene 133 Houndsditch, London
Adobe Summit: The Digital Experience Conference
Be front row for the future of customer experience with over 200 sessions, hands-on labs, and preconference training. Get inspired by innovators from the world’s top brands, connect with other leaders, and explore what’s next in generative AI and personalisation at scale.
🗓️ March 18–20, 2025
📍 Online
