Comments
DHagar
4/20/2016 8:36:03 PM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
@Ariella, well you are right on both accounts. They have the simplicity, value, and service down, but the supply/demand does need work!
DHagar
4/20/2016 8:39:25 PM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
@mpouraryan, good points - as always!
Yes, and they are clearly moving forward into the services with the video, so I have no doubt they will continue to develop good services. I think I am just a little surprised that they haven't conquered the simplicity factor. If they do, they will be unbeatable!
batye
4/20/2016 10:26:44 PM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
@DHagar thank you, with Amazon.com when I search I get distracted by things I do not need and this days even sponsored items... it getting from bad to worse....
elizabethv
4/21/2016 6:06:25 AM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
While I definitely enjoy the analogy, I don't really find this to be the case. I'm not sure when the last time you tried using Prime Video was, but to me, their interfaces are relatively similar. The top includes a list of movies/tv shows I might be interested in watching based on my previous selections - followed by various sub-categories. You of course always have the option of searching for different content specifically. They even allow you to only look at the content available for free through Prime, which I prefer. Because it is really annoying when I decide I want to watch something, only to later realize I would have to pay to rent it even though I have Prime. Even this problem they've solved by including a banner on the titles that are included with Prime. Without a doubt, some content will appeal to some consumers over others, which is the same with an interface. (I personally have no idea how anyone uses an Apple product.) But I find Prime to be just as good as Netflix. (I'm actually watching a movie on Prime right now.)
clrmoney
4/21/2016 11:22:08 AM
User Rank Platinum
Amazon great service
Amazon offers a variety of products and services so I'm not surprised out this and I very happy for them.
DHagar
4/21/2016 1:49:07 PM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
@elizabethv - You are right on their video services. I think they are great here and are probably going to become a leader, which they should. And they have really built excellent Prime services.
My specific examples were dealing with just their general online purchasing - in response to earlier comments - that they are not as simple. If they were to simplify some of their searches on products - to the high level of service in video, etc., they would be unbeatable. They are definitely excellent at what they pursue. And they deserve to win now in this new effort in taking on Netflix.
I am cheering for them!
DHagar
4/21/2016 1:51:54 PM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
@batye, see this is where I agree that the "clutter" with the search is not as elegant as they could be - even their advanced search. It can be very time consuming. As mpouraryan pointed out it is a catalogue - and we are used to better information in the digital age.
They are really good, but if they addressed this, they could even be better!
mpouraryan
4/21/2016 2:04:40 PM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
AmazonFire TV is on that path. As long as one is comfortable with the APP world, it should not present a problem--This is as I am seeing reports (as underscored by what Comcast has done with how they're moving away from Cable Boxes to an "App-drive" model) which may well negate what the FCC is trying to do to change the way Cable Boxes are regulated.
DHagar
4/21/2016 2:16:06 PM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
@mpouraryan, thanks for great info. Really interesting - it sounds like it might be the right path. If so, they will surely be a leader!
mpouraryan
4/21/2016 9:34:36 PM
User Rank Platinum
Re: Amazon Has a Long Way to Go
I suppose, in retrospective, it is about how one takes advantage of the technology. One has to know what one expects--I view it as the essence of embracing transformation. Buying a gadget for the sake of buying it is not necessarily the right path.
|
|
Italy's 5G auction could exceed a government target of raising €2.5 billion ($2.9 billion) after attracting interest from companies outside the mobile market.
The emerging-markets operator is focusing on the humdrum business of connectivity and keeping quiet about some of its ill-fated 'digitalization' efforts.
Three UK has picked Huawei over existing radio access network suppliers Nokia and Samsung to build its 5G network.
Vendor says that it's its biggest 5G deal to date.
Verizon skates where the puck is going by waiting for standards-based 5G devices to launch its mobile service in 2019.
Orange has been one of the leading proponents of SDN and NFV. In this Telco Transformation radio show, Orange's John Isch provides some perspective on his company's NFV/SDN journey.
10/16/2017
Huawei Network Transformation Seminar
The adoption of virtualization technology and cloud architectures by telecom network operators is now well underway but there is still a long way to go before the transition to an era of Network Functions Cloudification (NFC) is complete.
The Small Cell Forum's CEO Sue Monahan says that small cells will be crucial for indoor 5G coverage, but challenges around business models, siting ...
People, strategy, a strong technology roadmap and new business processes are the key underpinnings of Telstra's digital transformation, COO Robyn ...
Eric Bozich, vice president of products and marketing at CenturyLink, talks about the challenges and opportunities of integrating Level 3 into ...
Epsilon's Mark Daley, director of digital strategy and business development, talks about digital transformation from a wholesale service provider ...
Bill Walker, CenturyLink's director of network architecture, shares his insights on why training isn't enough for IT employees and traditional ...
All Videos
|
On-the-Air Thursdays Digital Audio
Special Huawei Video
Tweet This