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In this episode, Sander Mangel sits down with Radu Barbu, Senior Software Engineer and Tech Lead, about how AI is changing his approach to prototyping, from the first conversation with a client to gathering feedback on a working prototype.
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In this episode, Sander Mangel sits down with community strategist and founder of Sifa ID, Guido Jansen to break down what happens when generative AI changes how people search for answers and shifts the underlying economics of online communities.
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In part 2 of this D2C playbook series, we map out the practical mechanics of lean validation, the reality of retail margins, and the agility strategies required to outmaneuver multinational giants.
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In this two-part episode, we break down why entering D2C requires a profound shift from tech-led product capacity to human-led "need-state" thinking.
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In this episode, we discuss why data integrations between your online store and external systems keep breaking, and how Shopware's new native integration layer, Nexus, is shifting data routing from a developer-only concern to something business teams can actually own and control.
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In this episode, we get into the human side of ABM with how to engage, qualify, and build the relationships that actually close deals.
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Meet your host, Sander Mangel

Dive into the world of ecommerce with solutions architect and ecommerce expert, Sander Mangel. For two decades, Sander has been helping companies discover what’s possible with open-source technology. He focuses on designing smart and adaptable strategies that give businesses complete ownership of their digital systems. Sit down with him on The Open Podcast alongside founders and agency leaders as they share candid experiences and practical insights on how to grow sustainably and stay ahead in a fast-changing market.

Meet your host, Sander Mangel
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We are Open Commerce, an independent consultancy specialising in digital commerce strategy, architecture and development since 2004. Our work spans the full spectrum: from strategic direction and platform selection to hands-on design, development and knowledge sharing. Whatever the challenge, we bring the expertise, the global network and the transparency to move your business forward with confidence.

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