March 13, 2018
In another sign that consumers are comfortable shopping via smart speakers like Amazon Echo or Google Home, new data from research firm Delineate finds that many are turning to such devices to order groceries or toiletries.   

Indeed, more than a third (35%) of US voice-enabled speaker owners surveyed in February 2018 said they have done so—presumably at least once—while another 22% said they’ve done so frequently. 

How they add items to their shopping cart varies, however. Some place more frequent orders with smaller carts, likely doing so as products run out, while others add items to their cart over time and place the order at a later date. 

Interestingly, respondents who frequently use their smart speakers to shop are more likely to add items to their cart over time and place an order later than doing so right away. Perhaps because they’re working toward a free shipping goal before completing a purchase.

Delineate’s findings mirror another survey conducted recently by OC&C Strategy Consultant, which found that 12% of US voice-enabled speaker owners have asked their device to add an item to a basket, likely with the intent of finalizing the purchase online or in-app later on.

Sourced through Scoop.it from: retail.emarketer.com