Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 2, 2024

To drive customer retention and loyalty, most brands and retailers continue to rely on purchase discounts ( 77% ) and loyalty program points ( 61% ), according to Retail TouchPoints research. However, a Deloitte survey reveals that consumers’ loyalty program preferences and expectations are evolving.

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Consumer Shipping Costs Customer Retention Information 277

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 20, 2022

In addition, always-on, cross-device shopping behaviors mean consumers are taking their shopping across borders and, in turn, they’re asking more of already strained supply chains. Experts agree that the supply chain has more impact on the customer experience than ever before.

Supplies 301

Supplies Shipping Costs Customer Loyalty Technology 301

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Customer loyalty experts know that the best-run programs do far more than simply boost sales by rewarding members with points and perks. Emeline Berlind, VP and General Manager of Loyalty for Sephora, revealed how the retailer’s approach to loyalty provides it with both strategic and tactical benefits.

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365 Retail

MAY 9, 2023

A price versus principles paradox is creating a new cohort of ‘conflicted’ UK shoppers, who are simultaneously demanding value for money as well as products and services from retailers that tap into their sustainable values, the latest research from Asendia , the leader in international e-commerce and mail delivery solutions, reveals.

Shipping Costs 52

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

“We’ve talked for many years about how digital channels influence the buying journey whether or not the consumer ends up buying in a digital channel versus a physical one. That, combined with more stringent data privacy regulations, has made data collection and enrichment a top investment priority for 2022.

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lateshipment

MAY 26, 2022

As an ecommerce brand, you put a lot of time and effort into your customer experiences (CX) to make them hit buy. The warehouse to your customer’s doorstep is only 50% of the order experience. The CX journey continues post-purchase with shipping, tracking, delivery, returns, reviews, and more.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 14, 2023

Returns are essentially the last link to the circle that closes the consumer loop when it comes to a decision.” However, that doesn’t mean retailers shouldn’t be searching for ways to minimize the costs returns incur. That means you’re out of business.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 5, 2022

Prior to the pandemic, summer was predictably a time of low illness, but overall trends as of this writing in the middle of June 2022 suggest we won’t see the traditional relief. How much product should be shipped? We still have lingering flu cases, a slight uptick in unseasonal RSV cases, and omicron subvariants (BA.4

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lateshipment

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

According to Deloitte’s survey, e-commerce sales will grow by 11-15% , year-over-year, during the 2021-2022 Holiday season. However, as an e-commerce business owner, you must realize that your brand’s returns experience holds incredible power to boost your bottom line and create loyal customers for life.

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday just around the corner, planning for a successful 2022 peak season is essential – now more than ever. Driving customer loyalty through flexibility. If you’re in a position to offer free shipping – then you absolutely should. The biggest online shopping event of the year is upon us.

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Smile.io

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The rise of sustainable, custom packaging To level the playing field, companies like Arka allow small brands to access a range of eco-friendly packaging materials, custom sizes, product inserts, and even unique, customizable holiday-themed packaging tape. The experts from Arka fill you in on 5 ways you can reduce your carbon footprint.

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lateshipment

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

To give you a little motivation, here are some of the benefits that you can stand to gain by increasing your customer retention rates. Cost-effectiveness: Retaining existing customers is significantly more cost-effective than acquiring new ones.

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Shipping Costs eCommerce Order Fulfillment Shipping 130

lateshipment

AUGUST 17, 2023

Recent research shows that the e-commerce return rate, which was 16% in 2022, now falls around somewhere between 20-30%. Just like choosing what they want to buy, customers have been showing increasing involvement in sending it back (be it for any reason). In today’s e-commerce landscape, returns have become a huge deal.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

This, combined with consumers’ rising expectations, places huge pressure on retailers to implement AI and enhance the overall shopping experience, to maintain a competitive edge. This is having a significant positive impact in helping connect consumers to the products they love and we know this growth will continue.

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Retail Gifts Shipping Costs Customer Loyalty 64

Retalon

DECEMBER 8, 2021

In fact, the best order fulfillment processes become sources of revenue, profit, and even customer loyalty. Some factors affecting this decision include the proximity of the storage location to the customer, inventory availability, and the labour involved. Methods are established to transfer inventory from storage to customer.

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Korona

AUGUST 17, 2022

The actual costs of opening a retail store vary depending on the type of retail business you want to start, the size of the store, and, last but not least, the location. However, according to vlogger and boutique owner Alli Schultz, the initial startup costs for opening a retail store can average up to $48,000. Business insurance cost.

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Retalon

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The pressure for transformation is coming from all sides, as consumers expect a more streamlined shopping experience, workers expect flexibility and modernity, and competitors like Amazon win more market share using cutting edge tech as their advantage. Digital transformation has changed the way consumers shop and how retailers operate.

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RTP blog

AUGUST 23, 2019

By Derek O’Carroll, Brightpearl If you Google “buy online pick up in store” (BOPIS), you’ll be struck by how popular in-store pickup has become with consumers — but only with the big box retailers like Macy’s, Old Navy, Kohl’s, JCPenney, Target and Walmart. of total retail spend within the next four years. Simplified returns processes.

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Merchant Services Marketing Retail Shipping Costs 150

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

The 15 sessions covered a wide range of topics, so to make it easier to browse we’ve organized the sessions into four categories: Holiday 2021 forecasts and how best to prepare for 2022; Building loyalty with connected consumer experiences; Key ecommerce and digital marketing trends; and Embedding innovation within your retail organization.

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Omnisend

MARCH 20, 2023

consumers , though, you’re searching for information online. Nearly one-third of consumer electronics are bought online — and for good reasons. Consumers can view the best deals, scour reviews from other buyers, and get quick delivery straight to their doorstep. . #5 If you’re like five in ten U.S.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Retail customers today are after a seamless shopping experience that integrates their customer data, providing a continuous journey where they can easily switch from one device to another. . Online retailers must ensure their company website and apps are mobile-friendly and easy for customers to navigate. Relaxation Products.

Small Business Retail 52

Small Business Retail Drop Ship Shipping Costs Retail 52

Korona

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The competition to attract customers during the holidays will be stronger than ever, and this is your chance to get creative with your holiday marketing ideas. A well-thought-out holiday marketing strategy can help to boost sales significantly and build customer loyalty by strengthening relationships with them.

Shipping Costs 52

Shipping Costs Marketing PPC Gifts 52

RetailMinded

MARCH 31, 2021

trillion by 2022, as more and more retailers and entrepreneurs start moving online. In our research , we found that 65% of consumers will be buying online more frequently over the next 12 months, with 20% telling us they’re expected to only buy online within 5 years. E-retail revenues are set to re ach $6.54

Merchant Services 92

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Korona

JANUARY 30, 2023

Total nationwide retail continues to rise each year, with 2022 reaching upwards of almost $5 trillion. With in-person shopping having become much safer than mid-pandemic, most consumers have made their way back to physical stores. Open up your sales to a much wider range of potential customers with mobile access your inventory.

Small Business Retail 59

Small Business Retail Payment Services Shipping Costs Retail 59

lateshipment

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

With consumers fast pivoting to eCommerce in the past few years, particularly during the 2020 pandemic, eCommerce supply chain and logistics are steadily evolving to make the most of the new challenges. And so, here are the top five emerging and promising eCommerce logistics trends to keep an eye on as we head towards 2022.

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Shipping Costs eCommerce Supplies Fulfillment 246

Smile.io

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

has the world’s largest loyalty dataset, with 100,000 merchants.    For this report, we analyzed over 100,000 merchants in 148 countries over two years and compared various metrics from 2023 to the previous year in 2022.  Our goal is enterprise loyalty made easy Loyalty & Reward Program Insights from Smile.io

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2023

Nearly two-thirds of consumers ( 65% ) say they “love” fewer than three brands, according to a U.S.-based With customer behaviors and expectations changing so rapidly, it’s difficult to pinpoint what truly drives this lack of brand love and loyalty. based survey conducted by Dynata. But what’s happening in retail specifically?

Customer Loyalty 258

Customer Loyalty Retail Shipping Costs Financial Services 258

Korona

JANUARY 27, 2022

The lifeblood of a successful retail business is mainly dependent on the retailer’s ability to provide consumers with quality products in sufficient quantity from the right place at the right time. Effective inventory management helps you meet your customers’ demands and generate sales. Lower inventory costs.

Small Business Retail 52

Small Business Retail Shipping Costs POS Retail 52

Kibo

JULY 2, 2014

Lower shipping costs and faster delivery times lead to higher conversion rates. Consumers expect to enjoy a frictionless journey via any connected device. In a recent article , Smith revealed findings from a June 2014 study by UPS and comScore. One of the key takeaways? Yep, no surprise there.) Other causes for abandonment?

Shipping Costs 62

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Ecommerce Platforms

MARCH 15, 2023

In a world of instant gratification, same-day delivery, and evolving consumer expectations, ecommerce retailers can’t afford to underestimate the power of rapid Fulfilment. According to one report , around 62% of shoppers expect their orders to arrive in less than three days – even when they choose free shipping at checkout.

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Fulfillment Shipping Costs eCommerce Payment Services 118

Kibo

JUNE 18, 2014

How Retailers Are Increasing Foot Traffic in an Omni-Channel Retail World Given the accelerating pace of technology innovation, consumers have more purchasing options than ever before — in-store, online, mobile, overnight shipping and ship-from-store, to name a few.

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Channel Retail B2B B2C 62

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 29, 2022

The 2022 Connected Consumer Series featured industry experts, thought leaders and practitioners prepared to share their wisdom with their peers, and spotlighted powerful examples from FILA, Lidl, Patagonia and other businesses. Why the Non-Purchaser Might be Your Most Important Customer. View the session on demand.

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Payment Services Merchant Services Omnichannel Consumer 218

Fabric

JUNE 7, 2023

billion in 2022 and is expected to continue increasing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.02% through 2027. And that growth isn’t just coming from brick-and-mortar stores—consumers have become increasingly comfortable purchasing furniture online. Statista found that the global furniture market hit $694.32 through 2027.

Supplies 130

Supplies Shipping Costs Payment Services eCommerce Platforms 130

Fabric

JUNE 7, 2023

billion in 2022 and is expected to continue increasing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.02% through 2027. And that growth isn’t just coming from brick-and-mortar stores—consumers have become increasingly comfortable purchasing furniture online. Statista found that the global furniture market hit $694.32 through 2027.

Supplies 130

Supplies Shipping Costs Payment Services eCommerce Platforms 130

Fabric

JUNE 7, 2023

billion in 2022 and is expected to continue increasing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.02% through 2027. And that growth isn’t just coming from brick-and-mortar stores—consumers have become increasingly comfortable purchasing furniture online. Statista found that the global furniture market hit $694.32 through 2027.

Supplies 130

Supplies Shipping Costs Payment Services eCommerce Platforms 130

Fabric

AUGUST 15, 2023

Enterprise retailers are in constant pursuit of new ways to enrich the customer experience—whether it’s prioritizing faster fulfillment, optimizing for consumer convenience, or enhancing personalization along the buyer’s journey. A great example is Walgreens , a company that recognizes that their customers want more convenience.

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Kibo

JULY 9, 2014

Why Smart Shoppers Love Your Website, But Hate Your Dealer Locator Chances are, if you’re reading this blog post, you’re a savvy consumer. And I’ll bet my afternoon chips that you’re among the 52% of US consumers who prefer to purchase products directly from a manufacturer’s website (Price Waterhouse Cooper).

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