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Amazon’s Slow Start in SA is Just a Distraction – the Real Game-Changer is Yet to Come
Amazon’s underwhelming debut in South Africa has left many wondering if the e-commerce giant has lost its mojo. But, according to industry insiders, this is just a ploy to lull us into a false sense of security. The real game-changer is yet to come, and it’s going to shake the online marketplace to its core.
Daniel Malan, commerce lead at digital marketing agency Dentsu South Africa, revealed that Amazon’s slow start is a strategic move to gain momentum before unleashing its full force on the local market. “Amazon is playing the long game,” he said. “They’re not here to win in year one. They’re going to take their time to build up their offerings, and then – BAM! – they’ll take over the market.”
Malan’s words were echoed by Ashleigh Beddow, director of brand strategy at RT7 Digital, who participated in a panel discussion at the E-commerce Live event. She pointed out that Amazon has a history of dominating other marketplaces, and it’s only a matter of time before it does the same in South Africa.
“The platform is still in its infancy,” Beddow said. “But once Amazon expands its product offerings, it will become a more attractive marketplace for brands and shoppers. And with its financial backing, it’s not going to take long for it to take on other marketplaces.”
The battle for online supremacy has just begun, and Amazon is the one holding the trump card. So, instead of dismissing its slow start as a sign of weakness, we should be worried about the storm that’s brewing on the horizon.
