A Shopify Podcast To Grow Revenue And Loyalty
Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Mike Manheimer, the Chief Customer Officer of Postscript.
In this episode, Mike reveals PostScript’s innovative approach to SMS marketing, highlighting their AI Infinity Testing technology and strategic solutions for Shopify merchants. In our conversation we explore:
- Evolution from basic SMS blasts to sophisticated AI-powered campaigns
- Strategic implementation of compliant SMS opt-in processes
- Integration capabilities with Shopify and other technology partners
- PostScript Plus managed services for scaling brands
- Real-world success stories from leading DTC brands
Whether you’re a founder, marketer, or ecommerce expert, this episode offers valuable insights to help optimize your SMS marketing strategy and boost revenue for your Shopify store.
This is Mike’s story:
Meet Mike Mannheimer, the friendly Chief Customer Officer at PostScript who leads both marketing and post-sales teams. His deep understanding of SMS marketing comes from years of working directly with marketers to solve their real business challenges.
At PostScript, Mike has helped transform text message marketing from simple bulk sends into smart campaigns that match or beat email marketing revenue. His team created practical tools like message testing that helped True Classic boost their cart recovery results.
Mike keeps PostScript focused on being the best at one thing – SMS marketing. Rather than trying to do everything, the company maintains strong connections with over 100 Shopify apps while perfecting their text message platform. As a Shopify Plus Certified App Partner, PostScript provides reliable solutions that work for large online stores.
Under Mike’s guidance, PostScript has helped stores earn over $3 billion through well-timed text messages to shoppers. His practical approach to customer messaging has helped brands earn 34 times their investment through relevant texts that customers actually want to receive.
Mike continues to improve PostScript’s platform with useful features like two-way texting and smart customer groups that help stores build better relationships with shoppers.
Key Takeaways From Our Conversation:
1️⃣ SMS Channel Evolution: The SMS marketing landscape has matured significantly, with many brands now seeing equal revenue generation from SMS and email channels. This evolution demands more sophisticated engagement strategies and personalized messaging approaches.
2️⃣ AI-Powered Optimization: PostScript’s AI Infinity Testing enables merchants to run thousands of message variants simultaneously, learning and optimizing performance automatically. True Classic saw a 29% improvement in abandoned cart performance using this technology.
3️⃣ Compliance and Integration: PostScript prioritizes legal compliance in SMS marketing while maintaining seamless integration with the Shopify ecosystem. Their On-site Opt-in technology streamlines the subscription process without disrupting the customer journey.
4️⃣ Strategic Partnerships: As a Shopify Plus Certified Partner, PostScript maintains deep integration with Shopify’s backend and numerous third-party apps, ensuring smooth operation within the broader ecommerce tech stack.
5️⃣ Managed Services: PostScript Plus offers various service levels, from launch assistance to full program management, helping brands maximize their SMS channel performance regardless of their internal resources.
Episode Summary:
SMS Marketing Evolution
- Transition from basic blast messages to sophisticated campaigns
- Equal revenue generation potential compared to email
- Importance of personalized engagement strategies
AI Implementation and Results
- AI Infinity Testing for automated message optimization
- Real-world success stories from major DTC brands
- Continuous learning and improvement through AI
Technical Integration and Compliance
- Deep integration with Shopify’s ecosystem
- Comprehensive compliance measures for SMS marketing
- Innovative opt-in solutions for improved conversion
Strategic Growth Solutions
- PostScript Plus managed services options
- Launch assistance for new SMS programs
- Full-service management for enterprise clients
Platform Capabilities
- Exclusive focus on SMS excellence
- Integration with 100+ Shopify apps
- Enterprise-grade scalability and reliability
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