lateshipment

APRIL 2, 2021

Let’s not waste any more time and dive right into the eCommerce trends for 2021 and how they can help you improve your online business in terms of sales, CX, and customer loyalty – to thrive in 2021! . Hybrid (omnichannel) marketing is the future now. eCommerce is growing (higher, further, faster).

Customer Loyalty 130

Customer Loyalty eCommerce Customer Shipping Costs 130

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 26, 2021

At a time when brand interactions bridge both digital and physical shopping, it is increasingly important for retailers to leverage technology to improve customer experiences and create value. Here are a few examples of how technology enhances customer experience and strengthens brand value.

Customer Experience 312

Customer Experience Technology Customer Fulfillment 312

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 3, 2023

As consumers, we’ve learned how to adjust to and enjoy new shopping formats. We’ve grown accustomed to these various retail touch points, and as a result, we’ve started to notice omnichannel inconsistencies that might never have occurred to us before — raising our own expectations of our favorite brands and retailers. Here’s how.

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Consumer Omnichannel Retail Technology 275

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Post-holiday season for retailers is a period of recovery centered around understanding what happened during the holiday and how to move forward with the transaction cycle, while also preparing for ongoing omnichannel business. Post-Holiday Omnichannel Success. Post-Holiday Challenges. Fostering Systems Integration and Visibility.

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Omnichannel Payment Services Specialty Retailers Customer Loyalty 232

ESW

MARCH 5, 2024

In the last few years, omnichannel logistics and delivery have become more than a nice-to-have. Omnichannel logistics and delivery are a must-have. Brands and retailers that have not yet adopted omnichannel strategies may be missing out on opportunities to grow business – especially in global markets.

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Omnichannel Multi-channel Retail Shipping Costs 88

Smile.io

AUGUST 25, 2023

From a branded explainer page, clever VIP tier names, and on-theme language such as “Rewards Designed For You”, customers know the loyalty program is closely aligned with the brand values. Customers not only get to show off their artwork to a like-minded community and inspire others—they get rewarded for doing so!

Customer Loyalty 75

Customer Loyalty Beauty and Health Food and Beverages Customer 75

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2023

In today’s challenging business landscape, where profit margins are shrinking, supply chains are slow and uncertain, labor shortages are prevalent and inflation is a concern, it is crucial for retailers and brands to differentiate between understanding customer habits and fostering customer loyalty in order to succeed.

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Shipping Costs Improvements Live Chat Retail 262

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Phone-based customer service, or voice, is well established as the most commonly used and the most tightly managed customer service channel. It may be exactly what contact centers need to not just move on from deflection, but have the confidence to once again encourage customers to call. And yes, customers are noticing.

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Customer Multi-channel Channel Customer Experience 278

UpSellIt

JULY 13, 2023

In today’s competitive landscape, embracing an omnichannel retail strategy has become essential for businesses to thrive. By seamlessly integrating multiple channels, retailers can provide a cohesive and personalized shopping experience for their customers. What is Omnichannel Retailing? What is Omnichannel Retailing?

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Omnichannel Multichannel Payment Services Retail 101

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 22, 2023

While Urban Outfitters ’ assortment is designed for consumers in their teens and early 20s, Anthropologie provides a destination for consumers’ “next generation of life,” when they’re starting careers and families, according to Chief Marketing Officer Elizabeth Preis. But you can’t get lazy.

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Customer Clothing Consumer Fashion 278

Omnisend

JUNE 28, 2021

Ecommerce personalization is the process of tailoring the content, recommendations and offers a customer sees based on their previous buying and browsing behavior, along with their demographics and personal data. 71% of consumers feel frustrated when their shopping experience is impersonal. Segmentation for better personalization.

Customer Loyalty 151

Customer Loyalty eCommerce Customer Recommendation 151

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

The landscape of commerce and delivering customer experience changed dramatically over the past year, as millions of shoppers found health, safety, social distance and remote work taking center stage in their daily lives. More than one-third of consumers now shop online each week, up from 28% pre-pandemic. Omnichannel shopping.

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Customer Experience Customer Omnichannel Social Media 323

lateshipment

APRIL 28, 2024

From brick-and-mortar to e-commerce, businesses have been running successfully all these years by building their foundation on just a question — “What do customers want?” So, coming back to the question, “ What do customers want?” The Need To Focus On CX In Today's Business Landscape Customer demands are never the same.

Customer Experience 130

Customer Experience eCommerce Customer Merchant Services 130

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

When customers place ecommerce orders, the last thing they want is an unhappy surprise. The letdown customers experience when their orders don’t arrive on time, or at all, results in uncertainty and distrust that’s difficult — if not impossible — to remedy. In other instances, customers might expect an upgrade for their trouble.

Shipping Costs 264

Shipping Costs Customer Experience Supplies Improvements 264

Smile.io

JANUARY 27, 2022

DICK’S Sporting Goods and Nike recently announced they would be taking their long-standing business relationship to the next level by partnering on customer loyalty. Customers of DICK’S and Nike can now link their DICK’S’ ScoreCard and Nike Membership loyalty program accounts to unlock exclusive products, events, and offers.

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Sporting Goods Customer Loyalty Customer Events 81

365 Retail

MAY 5, 2023

New data from Scurri , the next-generation delivery management platform, reveals nearly 9 in 10 (88%) UK retailers believe a branded post-purchase tracking solutions built into the delivery experience improves customer shopping journeys, leading to an increase in repeat purchasing (44%) and loyalty and retention (44%).

Customer Loyalty 52

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Omnichannel 52

Omnisend

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Omnichannel marketing continues to get a lot of ink (and will do so for as long as there is a digital universe) for the very good reason that it continues to evolve. Five years ago SMS marketing campaigns were infrequent; today they are a completely normal way to engage a subset of customers, such as your best brand fans.

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Omnichannel Marketing Shipping Merchant Services 146

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 29, 2022

Consumer packaged goods companies in the market today need an improved way of seeing their customers. They want to deeply transform engagement and have more personalized relationships, gain the ability to measure at each point of contact, improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their campaigns and create long-term customer loyalty.

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Customer Channel Technology Improvements 244

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Lesson 1 Build your core strategy around creating customer value: D’Arcy has worked for brands across a vast scope of categories. But she believes that successful marketing revolves around one key thing: understanding your customer and creating the value they expect.

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Marketing Customer Loyalty Omnichannel eCommerce 290

Dynamic Action

JUNE 27, 2023

Summary Retailers must shift from a product-first to a customer-centric strategy to foster long term loyalty and brand advocacy. Customer expectations and demands are skyhigh, meaning efforts must move beyond marketing towards data-backed decisions to offer a truly personalized experience. What is Customer-Centricity?

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Consumer Customer Retail Customer Loyalty 62

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 13, 2021

The 2021 Connected Consumer Series reflected the challenges retail (and society as a whole) have faced during the past year, but also the growing sense of optimism that is taking hold this year. The pandemic is finally ending, but the new/remade world will require a refined approach to the customer experience.

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Consumer Payment Services Fulfillment Multi-channel 189

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 7, 2020

However, other potentially even more significant trendlines show fundamental changes in consumers’ decision-making process related to picking brands and demonstrating customer loyalty. For example, the Qubit study found that loyalty is decreasing among a significant percentage of consumers: among 36.6%

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Consumer Retail Merchant Services Document 309

365 Retail

MAY 25, 2021

Brands are putting customer loyalty at risk due to a disconnect between their physical and eCommerce experiences, a new research report by PFS has found. In fact, 21% of respondents reported that online customer service is still not as good as in-store assistance. An omnichannel future based on experientialism.

Customer Loyalty 52

Customer Loyalty Customer Omnichannel Point of Sale 52

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 27, 2021

But supply chain pressures and ongoing uncertainty surrounding the pandemic means that consumers are focusing less on how immersive and entertaining in-store shopping experiences are and more on how safe and efficient they are. Despite these reservations, 47% of consumers plan to shop in-store this holiday season, an 8% increase from 2020.

Consumer 264

Consumer Supplies Fulfillment Technology 264

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 8, 2023

The key to CX success is seamlessness, and different metaverse platforms and Web3 technologies may ultimately make consumer interactions feel clunky or disjointed. Finally, several sessions will reveal how Web3 can support brands in their quest to solidify customer loyalty.

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Technology Customer Loyalty Omnichannel Consumer 287

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 5, 2022

But like any hot trend that has garnered a lot of buzz (I’m talking about you, “omnichannel”), there has been confusion about what experiential retail actually entails — and how it can be done successfully. Augmented by Personalized Digital Engagement: After retailers generate a new lead, they have an opportunity to build a customer profile.

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Retail Omnichannel Social Media Consumer 290

retailnext

AUGUST 15, 2019

Securing a sizable base of loyal, returning customers can be quite a mountain to climb in a variety of saturated retailing segments. Offering excellent delivery services is a great way to capitalize on and win customer orders, and ultimately encourage customers to return to your site or store. Optimize your delivery options.

Customer Loyalty 40

Customer Loyalty Payment Services Customer Live Chat 40

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 14, 2023

Generative AI is set to revolutionize ecommerce, enabling a more interactive and personalized shopping experience, which is integral to both attracting and retaining customers. In the crowded landscape of ecommerce, a positive customer experience across every aspect of an order has become intrinsic to online success.

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eCommerce Order Fulfillment Fulfillment Multi-channel 244

365 Retail

DECEMBER 12, 2023

On top of that, customers are demanding greater privacy and control of their data. To thrive in today’s fast-paced and dynamic retail environment, retailers must embrace the power of data and use it to bridge the gap between their customers’ needs and their business objectives.

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Customer Data Customer Retail Omnichannel 52

Optimizely

DECEMBER 14, 2017

Are your customers truly engaged, or are they just coasting? Unless you’re keeping a close eye on customer interactions with your B2C brand, it’s impossible to know for sure. You must have quality customer data so you know which customers really are happy, and which customers are entering the at-risk zone.

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Customer B2C Customer Loyalty Customer Data 150

RTP blog

APRIL 9, 2018

By Tom O’Keefe, 4-Tell Nordstrom has long been synonymous with the words ‘Customer Experience.’ Defining what it means to provide the white glove treatment — and proving that it equates to a fiercely loyal customer base — businesses have always looked to them for strategies to enhance the customer experience.

Customer Experience 150

Customer Experience Customer Omnichannel eCommerce 150

RetailMinded

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Welcome to the world of crafting a unique brand identity and customer engagement in retail. In this article, we will explore the art and science behind creating a retail experience that not only stands out but also forges deep connections with your customers. The USP is the magnetic force that draws consumers to your offerings.

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Customer Retail Customer Retention Recommendation 96

365 Retail

JUNE 7, 2023

Amperity , the leading enterprise customer data platform (CDP) for consumer brands, has announced Forever 21 has selected Amperity to ‘maximise the value’ of its omnichannel customer data. With Amperity, Forever 21 will be able to provide more relevant, personalised customer experiences.

Customer Experience 73

Customer Experience Customer Customer Data Customer Loyalty 73

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 10, 2021

Retailers with a strong omnichannel presence, like Target , are well-positioned for success in the coming year as traffic returns, but even mall-based companies in weaker positions, like Gap , show signs that they can leverage an online pivot to fuel a turnaround effort. Omnichannel and Store-Based Fulfillment Are Bigger Than Ever.

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Fulfillment Omnichannel Apparel Order Fulfillment 278

Sailthru

JANUARY 16, 2020

Take omnichannel personalization, for example. From there, retailers must look at the various solutions that can deliver a holistic omnichannel customer profile. Missing Out on Omnichannel Personalization Is No Longer an Option. The time when “omnichannel” was a hot buzzword is long gone. That’s absolutely true.

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Omnichannel Seminar Customer Loyalty Mobile 78

ChannelAdvisor

APRIL 7, 2019

Developing an omnichannel supply chain strategy is essential to remaining competitive. Not only does this offer a more convenient experience for the customer, but it also creates additional revenue opportunities that you may otherwise miss. As omnichannel enablement becomes more prevalent, consumer demands are also increasing.

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Omnichannel Blog Merchant Services eCommerce 85

Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 27, 2021

The subcategories of retail companies that we engaged with — aftermarket auto parts retailers and dollar stores — tend to have their business model centered around a brick-and-mortar store presence, in contrast to omnichannel retailers such as big box stores or apparel manufacturers. Discretionary Goods Demand Higher Environmental Scrutiny.

Retail 357

Retail Supplies Customer Loyalty Fashion 357