If I had to choose one word for 2025, it would be disruption. Things are changing fast, and one of the biggest disruptions I’ve seen recently is in the way we create product listings on Amazon.
I never thought AI would make its way into the flat file world—those spreadsheets we use to upload product details—because it always seemed so complicated and constantly changing. But now, that’s exactly what’s happening. AI is stepping in, making processes faster and easier, and changing the way we work.
Let me break down some of the cool (and a few tricky) new features I’ve seen with this new AI tool that’s in beta.
1️⃣ One Spot for Everything: Upload Consolidation
If you’ve ever struggled with uploading products in the past, this new feature is a game-changer. Amazon has put all the tools you need to upload products in one place: the List Your Products section under Catalog.
Here, you can add new products, choose templates, and track your uploads—all in one place. This is a big improvement because it cuts down on confusion and streamlines the process, saving you time.
2️⃣ Purge & Replace: Be Careful
Now, let’s talk about something that can be super useful, but also a little risky: the Purge & Replace feature. This lets you delete all your existing listings and replace them with a new file you upload.
Sounds awesome, right? But hold up! If you’re not careful, you could accidentally erase your entire catalog of products. So, before you upload that new file, make sure everything is correct. It’s not something you want to do on a whim or after a long day. No one wants to lose all their listings by mistake. ☕💀
3️⃣ Beta Quirks: A Few Things to Know
Since this feature is still in beta (meaning it’s still being tested), there are a few things you should keep in mind:
- No support for variation grouping: If your products come in different sizes, colors, or styles, this tool won’t group them together yet. That’s something Amazon might add later, but for now, you’ll need to do it manually.
- No editing of existing listings: This tool only helps you create new listings. If you need to update or edit an existing listing, you’ll have to do that the old-fashioned way.
Even though there are a few things to keep in mind, the fact that AI is making these tasks easier is a huge win for sellers. Imagine a future where it can automatically update everything for you—pretty exciting, right?
The Bottom Line: Double-Check Your Uploads
While it’s amazing that AI is making the process faster and simpler, this new tool also teaches us an important lesson: double-check everything before you hit “submit.” AI is smart, but it’s not perfect. You don’t want to make a mistake and end up with empty or incorrect listings.
This new tool is just the beginning. It shows how much AI is going to change the way we do business, not just on Amazon but across e-commerce. The future is looking bright, and I can’t wait to see what’s next.
Has anyone else tried this new feature yet? I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences! Feel free to drop a comment below! 👇
As we move further into 2025, it’s clear that AI is going to keep disrupting the marketplace, and who knows what’s next? Stay tuned!
