Transforming Markets: A Deep Dive into Online Marketplaces

The BIG, commerce Podcast

Aug 29 2023 • 40 mins

Get ready to unravel the intricate workings of online marketplaces, their evolution, and the key role trust plays in their success with our guest, Shirish Nadkani, a seasoned tech entrepreneur and marketplace aficionado. Prepare to dive deep into the dynamics of how marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, and Airbnb have transformed traditional business models and gathered the trust of their customers. Together, we'll dissect the mechanisms behind network effects, explore how technological innovations disrupt traditional markets, and discuss the trend of marketplaces managing transactions end-to-end.

We'll also take you on a journey through the success stories of various marketplaces, like Instacart, Airbnb, and DoorDash. Hear from Shirish about the challenges and opportunities of multi-tenanting for suppliers, and the dominance of Amazon as a marketplace monopoly. Plus, we'll dissect the use of key metrics in marketplace models, the concept of power users, and the influence of mobile technology and location tracking in reshaping traditional marketplaces. So join us for a thought-provoking discussion that promises to uncover the future of the digital marketplace.

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