Why brands need to court AI agents
Briefly

In the next 24 months, AI agents will take over purchasing decisions, eliminating the need for consumers to manually research products. These agents will analyze personal data such as calendars, preferences, and constraints to make immediate purchases. Brands must adapt to this shift or risk losing market relevance. The entire marketing funnel will condense into an instant decision-making process, making the checkout experience crucial for maintaining brand presence. As AI agents prioritize data over human interaction, traditional marketing approaches will become ineffective.
In a world where AI agents make split-second purchasing decisions, brands must optimize their presence for these agents rather than direct consumers.
The checkout process becomes critical as it's one of the final moments where brands can engage with consumers, emphasizing the importance of relevance.
Brands that don't adopt AI optimization may find themselves falling off the digital shelf, as hyper-loyal AI agents prioritize data over brand loyalty.
With AI agents replacing traditional shoppers, the marketing funnel has become obsolete, requiring brands to rethink their engagement strategies.
Read at Fast Company
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