Retail TouchPoints

MAY 1, 2024

The Psychology of Immersive Shopping Experiential retail strategies are rooted in psychological principles about how consumers engage with spaces. Behavioral psychology: Understanding consumer behavior is crucial to crafting effective marketing strategies and designing engaging retail experiences.

Technology 263

Technology Arts Payments Customer Loyalty 263

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 25, 2024

Three Chevron ExtraMile convenience stores are implementing dynamic merchandising, social media content and AI-powered sommeliers as part of a pilot program with Samsung Electronics America. Sprinklr Social integration will deliver social media content and interactive polls to consumers.

Social Media 286

Social Media Live Chat Electronics Recommendation 286

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

As the rise of ecommerce continues to accelerate, consumer behavior is changing at lightning speed. But without access to in-person consumer panels throughout the pandemic, many CPG brands struggled to keep a pulse on their customers’ preferences and demands around product taste, packaging, price and more.

Consumer 296

Consumer Social Media Improvements Customer Loyalty 296

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Shopping online can feel completely overwhelming for consumers when options feel infinite. The paradox of choice can even deter sales, which is why e-tailers need to be strategic when expanding their inventory and building their shopping experience. Know your customer. Give guests the power to make an informed purchase.

Customer 278

Customer Social Media Recommendation Presentation 278

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 24, 2023

It’s no secret that social commerce — that is, retail interactions that begin (and sometimes also end) on social media platforms — is big business. New research from Havas Media Network , in partnership with Snap, Inc. The partners surveyed 28,500 of this desirable consumer set from across the U.S.,

Social Media 246

Social Media Payments Payment Services Consumer 246

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 4, 2023

government to the general public, more people are closely scrutinizing the actions of social media giants. Pinterest’s still relatively new CEO, Bill Ready, is doubling down on the platform being a positive environment in the increasingly toxic social media universe. “I From the U.S. That is, until now.

Social Media 299

Social Media Recommendation Consumer Marketing 299

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 15, 2023

Executive teams have historically looked at the customer journey as a funnel, aiming to bring consumers from an initial point of engagement through to a purchase. And consumers agree, with 90% saying that the post-purchase experience is just as important as the quality of the products they’re getting.

Live Chat 234

Live Chat Merchant Services Recommendation Customer Experience 234

Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

When it comes to retail strategies, most brands place an emphasis on the pre-purchase experience, from crafting eye-catching ads to investing in SEO and running smart marketing campaigns. The Unseen Costs of a Poor Post-Purchase Journey Bad customer experiences can lead to shoppers leaving your business, even if they love your brand.

Customer Experience 274

Customer Experience Shopping Carts Presentation Social Media 274

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

To offer simple product recommendations — such as “customers who bought this item also bought this” — is simply not going to cut it anymore. Customer expectations are at an all-time high, and if you are unable to deliver in line with the expectation, chances are likely someone else will. Getting Closer to Your Customers.

Recommendation 147

Recommendation Customer Retail Social Media 147

iVend

JULY 8, 2021

What I am hearing, and is supported by expert 3 rd party research, is a consistent pattern of four key priorities: in-store customer experience, knowledgeable staff, personalised loyalty programs and social media marketing. The in-store customer experience is that differentiation.

Customer Experience 98

Customer Experience Customer Social Media Retail 98

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 16, 2023

However, as stringent consumer privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA make collecting customer data more difficult, brands are having to adapt their data collection strategies to adhere to new standards. In particular, post-purchase micro-surveys are a highly effective way to collect insightful and actionable customer feedback.

Social Media 278

Social Media Consumer Information Marketing 278

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Traditional outbound marketing to consumers, such as email campaigns, SMS text messaging, display ads, retargeting and other forms of “push marketing,” will in the future see even less engagement from consumers. Today’s loyalty program platforms have evolved to meet the customer where they are.

Social Media 259

Social Media Marketing Customer Recommendation 259

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Retailers certainly need to know what consumers want , but perhaps an even more important question is: How do I provide it to my shoppers? Enhance advertising and recommendation relevancy with better targeting and search. Share granular consumer data with suppliers to create more appealing products.

Consumer 264

Consumer Merchant Services Social Media Technology 264

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 18, 2024

Globally, consumers are downloading more apps than ever before, yet retention of those new app customers is an ongoing issue. In fact, most consumers use an app only once or twice before deciding to delete it or not. Use it to make a good app experience even better, not make a poor app experience okay.

Retail 316

Retail Customer Loyalty Games Reference 316

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 4, 2023

Ecommerce can sometimes lose the experience of in-person shopping and, with it a retailer’s ability to show off its products in ways that can set a store apart from its competition. Ecommerce sites can now highlight products in new and interactive ways that make the discovery process more fun for consumers. Bringing Luxury Online.

eCommerce 297

eCommerce Omnichannel Comparison Shopping Recommendation 297

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 10, 2022

More than two-thirds of shoppers overall are already familiar with the metaverse, but the percentages for each generation vary widely, according to KPMG’s Go boldly, not blindly, into the metaverse Consumer Pulse Survey. The patterns reflect early adoption of other technologies, with younger, wealthier consumers ahead of the curve.

Social Media 278

Social Media Channel Technology Travel 278

Groove

APRIL 1, 2022

Introduction Because you’re reading this eBook, you’re likely an eCommerce retailer selling consumer packaged goods online, or you own a brick-and-mortar store and want to transition to eCommerce. What are Consumer Packaged Goods? First, let’s define what you’re trying to sell — consumer packaged goods. increased $63 billion.

Merchant Services 195

Merchant Services Consumer Shipping Costs Drop Ship 195

Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands have a unique advantage in that they own the entire customer experience — and perhaps most important, all the data that is generated along with it. RECOMMENDED LISTENING: Riding the Social Commerce Wave. DTC brands such as Fernish , Model No.

Consumer 253

Consumer Channel eCommerce Customer Experience 253

lateshipment

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Personalization has become a norm rather than just being something that e-commerce brands do to just sway customers. 66% of consumers want businesses to understand their specific requirements and expectations. 77% of consumers have chosen, recommended, or paid more for a brand that provides a personalized experience ( Forrester ).

eCommerce 130

eCommerce Gifts Social Media Recommendation 130

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 3, 2023

The dot.com bust in 2001 slowed, but didn’t stop, the inexorable move toward consumers shopping and buying online. To compete in a retail landscape featuring a sea of propagating consumer feeds, five growth solutions are emerging. The first challenge is to address the increasingly decentralized media landscape. Micro-segmenting.

Marketing 246

Marketing Retail Social Media Consumer 246

ChannelAdvisor

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

What do consumers want? Our 2023 Online Consumer Behavior Global Report covers the trends shaping global e-commerce today with survey findings (in partnership with Dynata) from over 6,000 consumers worldwide. Consumer electronics buyers are the most savvy shoppers, as an astounding 91% visit two or more sites before purchase.

Consumer 52

Consumer eCommerce Consumer Electronics Multichannel 52

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Although the eTailer has two very distinct target customers — the fashion-forward Millennial and the style-conscious 40-to-50-year-old consumer — there are core behaviors that transcend these distinctions and, ultimately, guide Olivela’s experience strategies. Olivela IRL successfully meets consumers’ content cravings.

Consumer 130

Consumer Beauty and Health Social Media eCommerce 130

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Although the eTailer has two very distinct target customers — the fashion-forward Millennial and the style-conscious 40-to-50-year-old consumer — there are core behaviors that transcend these distinctions and, ultimately, guide Olivela’s experience strategies. Olivela IRL successfully meets consumers’ content cravings.

Consumer 130

Consumer Beauty and Health Social Media eCommerce 130

365 Retail

MAY 1, 2024

Consumers now have the luxury of browsing products from their homes. Many are integrating technology to enhance the customer experience. For example, interactive kiosks allow customers to check product availability or locate items within the store. Mobile payment systems make transactions quicker and more secure.

Payment Services 52

Payment Services Mobile Payments Social Media eCommerce 52

lateshipment

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Consumers have evolved so much but this tradition seems timeless. BFCM Scratch and Reveal Campaign Walmart utilized social media in the game. Its a unique strategy in which Walmart asked customers to use a filter on Tik Tok to unwrap their present and that gave them the coupon code.

Social Media 130

Social Media Multi-channel eCommerce Events 130

Groove

JANUARY 19, 2022

Improving customer experience is a focal point for many online businesses. As the demand for frictionless shopping increases and consumer shopping habits constantly change, merchants must optimize their stores to accommodate shoppers at each stage of the eCommerce customer journey. Mapping the eCommerce Customer Journey.

eCommerce 370

eCommerce Merchant Services Customer Payment Services 370

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

New research from PwC has found that three in 10 customers are more likely to try a new brand — and that number is even higher among younger consumers. But winning (and keeping) customers’ loyalty is no longer confined to programs and points. Despite their investments, there are a few gaps and opportunities for improvement.

Customer Loyalty 240

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Shipping Costs 240

Kissmetrics

JUNE 21, 2021

From a potential buyer’s perspective, if your existing customers are happy enough with your company to recommend it, that speaks volumes about your business. It’s not just about getting customers, though. Ninety-two percent of customers say they’d buy based on the recommendations of their friends and family.

Social Media 285

Social Media Reference Recommendation Books 285

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 19, 2023

For brands considering livestreaming or just starting to dip their toes in the water, experts recommend answering three basic questions that will shape their live commerce strategies. Bao Arakov, Livestreaming Analyst at Coresight Research, recommended that brands ask (and answer) three key questions: 1. Who is our target consumer?”

Social Media 298

Social Media X-cart Consumer Events 298

Groove

AUGUST 20, 2020

With consumers encourages to shop online rather than in-store, preparing your eCommerce store for the holidays is critical to maximize revenue. Run a giveaway on social media. Unlike physical gift cards, electronic gift cards don't require shipping and arrive in a customer's inbox within minutes of ordering. Conclusion.

eCommerce 243

eCommerce Marketing Social Media Gifts 243

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 24, 2023

consumers have at least one email account, with the average addresses per person totaling 2.5. Yet despite the proliferation of this channel, the average consumer receives an average of 121 emails with at least 56.6% In fact, in 2022, 55% of businesses texted their customers , according to Simple Texting.

Small Business Retail 246

Small Business Retail Marketing Retail Social Media 246

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 10, 2023

Generative AI can dramatically improve customer experiences and drive revenue by helping shoppers find the products that most match attributes of what they’re looking for today, not just what they have purchased in the past. It leverages hyper-localized search combined with millions of product attributes to recommend products.

Merchant Services 279

Merchant Services Shipping Costs Retail Social Media 279

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 20, 2022

While consumer expectations have continuously shaped retailers’ strategies, tech choices and best practices, COVID-19 accelerated this rate of change. Finally, “innovative” capabilities would incorporate personalization or tailored results based on consumer context and past behaviors. The result? Loyalty programs.

Omnichannel 286

Omnichannel Retail Mobile Social Media 286

MagentoBrain

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Applying AI to digital marketing can effectively help optimize the consumer experience, increase consumers' favorability for the brand, and directly affect the brand's revenue. From the rise of UI/UX, we can see that many trends have emerged with only one purpose: to improve customer experience.

Customer Experience 52

Customer Experience Customer Marketing Payment Services 52

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

There are a lot of theories about how inflation, supply chain constraints and other dynamics will impact consumer behaviors. But clearly deal hunting is top-of-mind for older consumers: while 55% of Gen Z consumers said they plan to spend more on holiday shopping and celebrations, a mere 39% of millennial shoppers intend to do the same.

Gifts 264

Gifts Social Media Shipping Costs Consumer 264

Algopix

DECEMBER 2, 2020

No matter the industry, customers today have more ways to research their options than ever before. Customer experiences are the ultimate deciding factor that separates successful companies from the rest. And in many cases, that experience is more important than price or quality. But what does this look like in practice?

Customer Experience 78

Customer Experience Improvements Management Customer 78

GetElastic

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Digital commerce is playing a pivotal role in customer experience strategies. The world’s leading research firm, Gartner, recognized that digital commerce is a key way to acquire customers, develop relationships, drive revenue and reduce costs. API-based commerce facilitates consistency across all of these experiences.

Customer Experience 146

Customer Experience Customer Technology Games 146