In response to this challenge, NineTwoThree implemented an machine learning-based recommendation system on Cymbiotika's Shopify platform. This system diverges from the traditional approach of static product-feature matching. Instead, it analyzes a vast array of customer data points, including past purchasing behavior, browsing history, and demographic information. This holistic approach allows for a nuanced understanding of each customer's unique preferences and shopping habits.
The system was also designed with A/B testing capabilities. This feature enables Cymbiotika to route a portion of its web traffic to the new machine learning system while the remainder continues to use the existing recommendation engine. Such an arrangement allows for a direct comparison of both systems' effectiveness in real-time, providing valuable insights into user preferences and system performance.