Another Ebay Problem

[Eric72]

I suspect there's a meaning behind the "Best Match" designation. It likely ties in with "Sponsored Listings" or seller ratings, at least on some level. There's probably some data-driven model with a "likelihood of conversion" rating or something similar. Long story short - the "best match" is the match most likely to make money for the platform.

And yes, it seems like they're always tinkering with things. Again, they're likely do this with an eye towards maximizing profits. That, at least, makes sense to me. I can't say I agree with all their decisions; however, I "get it" on a large scale.

With regard to the search function, I think I've got that figured out. The average online shopper has a dreadfully short attention span. They're also somewhat impulsive with their purchase decisions. So, it follows that:

1. Truly dedicated shoppers will work through a sub-optimal search engine to find what they're looking for
2. The other 99% will see something they didn't know they wanted until we showed it to them.

[JollyElm]

Why does it even need to be said? Fix the freakin' title of the thread. (Yes, that's a rhyme.)

"Athe renother Ebay Problem"

[raulus]

Originally Posted by JollyElm

Why does it even need to be said? Fix the freakin' title of the thread. (Yes, that's a rhyme.)

"Athe renother Ebay Problem"

Clickbait!

Or maybe secretly ironic...

[JollyElm]

Perhaps, it's Shakesperean?

"Atherenother"
To indicate a place separate from where you are currently located.

"The Danish Prince, although atherenother Elsinore, spoketh of its warm, domestic embrace, methinks."

[paul]

I've fixed the title. I had typed the word "the" in the middle of my post, but unknown to me it showed up in the middle of the title.

[Jewish-collector]

Paul - Why do you still buy on ebay ? Just buy from the auction houses. beer chug.gifbeer chug.gifbeer chug.gif

[bmattioli]

I buy from the FB groups I'm in.. Reminds me of the old days when deals could be made..

[paul]

Originally Posted by Jewish-collector

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Most of my pre-war purchases are through the auction houses and occasional trades on Net54. I think I will be striking ebay off my list for pre-war. Ebay is still workable for an item once in awhile for my Tom Seaver collection.

[mannequin1]

Originally Posted by Eric72

I suspect there's a meaning behind the "Best Match" designation. It likely ties in with "Sponsored Listings" or seller ratings, at least on some level. There's probably some data-driven model with a "likelihood of conversion" rating or something similar. Long story short - the "best match" is the match most likely to make money for the platform.

And yes, it seems like they're always tinkering with things. Again, they're likely do this with an eye towards maximizing profits. That, at least, makes sense to me. I can't say I agree with all their decisions; however, I "get it" on a large scale.

With regard to the search function, I think I've got that figured out. The average online shopper has a dreadfully short attention span. They're also somewhat impulsive with their purchase decisions. So, it follows that:

1. Truly dedicated shoppers will work through a sub-optimal search engine to find what they're looking for
2. The other 99% will see something they didn't know they wanted until we showed it to them.

I am almost positive "best match" are items that have been viewed most recently. After I've viewed something, it makes the top of the list of what I've searched for.