On December 26, Taobao Flash Sale convened its Official Ecosystem Service Provider Summit in Hangzhou, marking the debut of the 'Pioneering Pathways and In-Depth Cultivation Initiative'. This program is designed to offer comprehensive support through a triad of policy incentives, organizational growth strategies, and AI-driven technological advancements, thereby significantly amplifying strategic investments in official ecosystem collaborators. From a business model perspective, it broadens revenue streams across multiple scenarios, including in-store experiences, home delivery services, and smart hardware integrations, through mechanisms such as platform equity investments, city partnership subsidies, and merchant engagement incentives.

In the realm of organizational development, the initiative introduces a tiered certification framework for novice, intermediate, and advanced service providers, complemented by specialized certifications for official agency operations. These are bolstered by bespoke training courses and talent development programs aimed at elevating the professionalism and expertise of service provider teams.

On the technological front, harnessing the power of Tongyi's advanced large-scale models and proprietary industry-specific models, the initiative unlocks access to cutting-edge products and foundational capabilities. These include intelligent diagnostics, AI-powered store design tools, operational alert systems, and store inspection assistants, all geared towards enhancing merchants' operational efficiency and driving sustainable business expansion.