Virtual Store

Definition

A virtual store is a digital, interactive online store that lets shoppers explore and purchase products in an immersive environment. In these virtual spaces, AI-driven digital assistants provide personalised service, guiding shoppers whenever they need assistance.

Statistics

  • 64% of survey participants stated that they preferred the presentation of products in virtual reality shop over a traditional online store – Stylight
  • 88% increase in sales due to immersive shopping environments – Obessar
  • 71% of consumers say they would shop more often if they used Augmented Reality – Reydar
  • 40% decrease in product returns due to the use of 3D and AR in e-commerce shops – Shopify

AI Sales Assistant Features & Example

AI Sales Assisted Virtual Store

Key considerations for Virtual Store Design

Design with a Purpose and Audience in Mind

Store Esthetics

  • Interior Design
  • Brand History and Introductions
  • Live Streaming of events.

Product & Product Segments

  • Define focus area – Products & Product Segments
  • Product Narration max. 60 words
  • Frequently asked product questions
  • Virtual Features – 3D, VTO, social media sharing

Digital Assistant

  • Humanoid appearance/brand representation
  • Voice tone
  • Lip Synchronization
  • Language & Regional ascent
  • Training Non-English word pronunciations

Use Cases

Customer Support

  • Contextual, Agent driven Issue resolution​
  • Integration with Source systems

Product Advisor

  • Virtual CMO
  • Product Presentations
  • Application assistance
  • Co-browse on Website

Virtual Store

  • Immersive 3D stores with GenAI powered Assistant
  • Live contextual assistance on the digital twin

Social Influencer 

  • Brand Ambassador & Influencer
  • Across channels assistance and representation