30–31 May 2025
Sibiu, Romania
Europe/Bucharest timezone

The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in shaping Consumer Behavior in E-commerce in a World of Economic Uncertainty and Rapid Changes

30 May 2025, 18:25
10m
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Online Marketing and Consumer Behavior Session 3A

Speaker

Steliana Vasileva (D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics, Svishtov, Bulgaria)

Description

In an era of swift technological progress, shifting economic conditions, and modifying societal trends, contemporary businesses are facing with the challenge of having to continually adjust to the constantly changing demands of consumers. Customers’ preferences are becoming increasing unpredictable, due to factors like immediate access to information, greater global competition, and also the influence of social media. Taking into account the above mentioned, businesses have to take a proactive approach in order to guarantee that their products and/or services, offered under a certain brand, as well as customer experiences meet these changing expectations.
In this rapidly evolving landscape where technology and consumer preferences come together, the current paper researches the significant influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on consumer behavior in the wide-ranging domain of e-commerce. Specifically, the research seeks to clarify the complex relationship between advanced AI technologies and the continuously changing patterns of customers’ online shopping behavior. Rather than simply recognizing AI's impact, the objective is to analyze the underlying factors that shape this interesting interaction. The above mentioned is especially valuable in a rapidly changing environment, where the ability to respond swiftly to market challenges is crucial.
The paper may be of importance not only for academics but also for businesses that navigate the complex digital environment. Specifically the practical importance of this research consists of the formulation of evidence-based recommendations for the integration of AI within the e-commerce sector. The results of this paper can assist businesses in obtaining more precise consumer insights, enhancing the efficiency of marketing investments, and encouraging sustainable customer relationships. As AI becomes a vital component of e-commerce platforms, understanding its subtle effects on consumer decision-making is essential. The research covers multiple aspects and aims to provide insights that extend beyond theoretical discussions and to suggest practical guidance for businesses in an increasingly AI-centric market. Future research on this topic should focus on the long-term impact of personalized recommendations on consumer choices, and on establishing regulatory guidelines for responsible use of AI in marketing.
The paper employs a variety of general theoretical methods, principles, and approaches. In order to fulfill its objectives several methods have been implemented, including content analysis, specifically the generalization of theoretical data, comparison, and synthesis, descriptive analysis, tabular and graphical methods.

Primary author

Steliana Vasileva (D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics, Svishtov, Bulgaria)

Presentation materials