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EP 61: Conversion Optimisation...the Growth Strategy that Shouldn't be Ignored w/ Paul Rouke of PRWD

2X eCommerce Podcast · with Paul Rouke · January 26, 2016 · 76 min

Summary

This episode with CRO expert Paul Rouke highlights conversion optimization as an often-overlooked growth strategy for ecommerce businesses. Learn how investing in CRO, backed by data and expert collaboration, can unlock significant untapped potential in your existing traffic and elevate your online store's performance.

Key takeaways

Themes

conversion rate optimizationdata-driven decision makingecommerce growth strategiesproduct information management

Topics covered

a/b testing and experimentationcollaboration in optimizationcro agency expertiseimpact of accurate product data on salesproduct content management platforms (e.g., salsify)untapped growth potential in ecommerce

Episode description

So my guest on today’s episode goes by the name of Paul Rouke.  Paul runs the UK’s #1 Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Agency.  This is not just fluff…this is EARNED…and here’s why.Their client list includes:   - outdoor wear brand: North Face - travel search engine - Skyscanner - footwear retailers - Schuh - the UK’s #1 appliances ecommerce site - AO.com   thats not all…they’ve worked with:   - MBNA, - Harveys - Money Super Market - Bensons for Beds - Speedo and - Monsoon   He joins us today to talk about PRWD's first book titled, "A Story of Untapped Potential: The Growth Strategy That’s Being Ignored" which is a collaboration between the Paul Rouke and 17 global optimisation experts. It includes opinion and advice from Optimisation thought leaders such as Bryan Eisenberg, Andre Morys, John Ekman and Paul Rouke.   Head over to AMAZON to purchase a copy of the book - http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01A8JJ0G2     Message from Our Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by Salsify. As an online retailer or supplier, you are well aware that ACCURATE PRODUCT CONTENT drives more sales...However, as your store starts to scale the harsh reality is that maintaining product description content becomes more and more of a challenge to ecommerce teams.Enter Salsify...Salsify is a SaaS based product content management platform built specifically for online retailers and brand owners.I recently took Salsify on a test drive and here are the glaring advantages etailers stand to gain:- Your entire product catalog can be accessed by any department in a centralised hub,- There’s a workflow setup that ensures no fields go amiss when product data is published to multiple channels such as Amazon, your Google Merchant account or just directly to your ecommerce store- Salsify tells you when it spots missing critical fields across your product catalogIt is really a modern, flexible and robust product management platform I recommend if your store and brand's product catalog changes often an

Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about conversion rate optimization?
Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) is a critical, yet frequently ignored, growth lever for ecommerce businesses; prioritize it to maximize existing traffic.
What does this episode say about data-driven decision making?
Collaborate with CRO experts to gain diverse perspectives and leverage specialized knowledge for more effective optimization strategies.
What does this episode say about ecommerce growth strategies?
Continuously test and iterate on changes, focusing on data-driven decisions rather than assumptions to achieve sustainable conversion improvements.
What does this episode say about product information management?
Ensure accurate and centralized product content management to streamline operations and enhance the customer experience, directly impacting conversion rates.
What does this episode say about conversion rate optimization?
Understand that CRO is not a one-time fix but an ongoing process requiring continuous effort and adaptation to market changes.

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