Zheng Quan Ri Bao Wang·2026-01-04 14:19Core Insights - The year 2025 marks the acceleration of the AI to B era, with AI beginning to integrate into business operations, particularly in the supply chain sector [1] - Alibaba's 1688 platform is fully committing to AI, launching various AI products tailored for buyers and sellers, including the AI version of the 1688 app and the "Aoxia" AI assistant for cross-border entrepreneurs [1] Group 1: AI Integration in Business - As of December 30, 2025, over 290,000 out of more than 1 million merchants on the 1688 platform are actively using AI in their business operations, indicating a significant increase in AI adoption among merchants [1] - The introduction of the "Integrity AI Version" membership product has led to the emergence of numerous "AI-native stores" with monthly sales exceeding 100,000 yuan, many of which are operated by the new generation of factory owners [3] Group 2: Benefits of AI for Merchants - Merchants using the Integrity AI Version have reported an average annual savings of 100,000 yuan in operating costs, with business difficulty reduced by 50% and mistakes decreased by 30% [4] - A case study of a merchant, Shen Xibin, illustrates the effectiveness of AI tools in e-commerce, where he achieved over 40,000 yuan in sales within 15 days of using the AI version, highlighting the potential for rapid growth through AI [4][6] Group 3: AI's Role in Marketing and Operations - AI has significantly improved marketing efficiency, with optimization of product materials and store titles increasing by over 95%, resulting in monthly savings of approximately 8,000 yuan for the operational team [5] - The 1688 platform has developed a "business model" based on real operational scenarios, enhancing the core processes for merchants, including product listing and customer engagement, thereby transitioning from a transaction platform to an AI-driven digital supply chain platform [6]