Smile.io

APRIL 15, 2024

A refreshed mobile app experience As a brand that relies heavily on its brick-and-mortar retail locations, PetSmart needs to provide an optimized omnichannel customer experience. That is, ensuring customers can leverage the loyalty program online and in-store. That’s where a mobile app is so valuable. 

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RTP blog

JANUARY 26, 2018

By Luis Artiz, Epson America Most retailers understand that their success depends heavily on their ability to provide a positive customer experience (CX). By taking a closer look at the loyalty program lessons learned by Starbucks and Woolworths, retailers can learn a few lessons about winning repeat customers in today’s environment.

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365 Retail

JUNE 1, 2023

High street retailers have recently faced increasing competition from online outlets such as ASOS, Boohoo and Pretty Little Thing, forcing brick-and-mortar brands to innovate and diversify to maintain customer loyalty and satisfaction. Smart Shelves AI can also enhance the customer experience from behind the scenes.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 24, 2023

Navigating these touch points can be challenging, but the potential rewards, like enhanced customer loyalty, are worth the additional effort. In a recent study, Adobe found that emails with personalized subject lines receive almost 20% higher open rates than mass emails. Yet subject lines are just the beginning.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 17, 2023

AI-First Customer Service is the Future AI transforms both the cost and quality of the customer experience through the phone. Generative AI is helping companies make great strides in these channels to make the experience more human-like, more accurate, and more intelligent — with the least amount of effort.

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Smile.io

MARCH 7, 2023

While Tim Hortons’ former program did have a dedicated mobile app it had several layers of complexity that didn’t add to the customer experience. Along with double points days, Tims Rewards engages customers with other mobile gamification techniques.

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iVend

JUNE 6, 2022

Brands are built on customer experience. In today’s post-pandemic world, sustainability in retail has become an essential part of the overall customer experience. In an independent study , four out of five people described themselves as likely to choose a brand with a positive approach to environmental sustainability.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Additionally, they can use it to help drive loyalty, trust and engagement through personalized experiences such as targeted mobile promotions and campaigns. Renewed Emphasis on Convenience Opens the Door for More Customers. COVID-19 shook customer loyalty, with 73% of U.S. Making the Best of a Black Swan.

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eCommerceFuel

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Customer loyalty is the key to customer retention, meaning repeat customers for your business. The fundamental goal for an eCommerce shop is to attract customers, and ultimately keep them coming. Adapted from a traditional shop model, an eCommerce customer loyalty program is essential for customer retention.

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UpSellIt

JULY 13, 2023

It seeks to bridge the gap between online and offline purchasing by establishing a cohesive experience between physical stores, websites, mobile apps, social media platforms and more. This concept provides a consistent brand experience across different channels, allowing customers to interact with your brand in the most convenient way.

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Kibo

JULY 17, 2020

Think carefully about creating the best possible customer experience to maximize what should be a short and sweet interaction with valuable customers. BOPAC in its current form might be new to many retailers, but it’s also new to a lot of customers. Optimized Two-Way Communication.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

How to Get the Most Value From Your Loyalty Program This Season. Molly Mecham, Global Retail Strategy & Solutions Lead, Salesforce on why having a loyalty program doesn’t automatically create customer loyalty: “Retailers will need to work to keep customers engaged after the holidays.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 9, 2022

It’s those retailers that can most quickly and accurately react to these turbulent market forces and behaviors that are creating the most innovative and positive customer experiences. The rest are at risk of losing customer loyalty, brand affinity and revenue. Identifying the Right Use Cases.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

And the findings of a 2020 Boston Consulting Group study are similar: only 30% of businesses achieve their expected performance following a digital transformation. The customer experience is changing — and faster than ever. In a recent McKinsey study , digital leaders in retail banking saw a 19.3%

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RTP blog

AUGUST 10, 2018

By Ed Kowalski, Sutherland Every retailer knows customer experience is paramount in today’s competitive landscape. As brands vie for our business, today’s customer is increasingly informed and demanding. Today’s shoppers not only expect but demand a well-curated, highly customized shopping experience.

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Korona

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Hire, And Train Employees Who Can Provide Great Customer Experiences Happier customers mean more loyalty to your store. And more loyalty will lead to better sales. However, this is only possible if your retail sales associates provide an exceptional customer experience.

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Wiser

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Limited influence over product descriptions, images, and pricing can result in inconsistencies in brand messaging and customer experience. This lack of control has the potential to harm a brand’s image, particularly if misleading or inaccurate product information fails to meet customer expectations.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 13, 2021

The 15 sessions, now available on demand, encompass critical areas of the retail enterprise, including: customer loyalty strategies; visual tech developments such as AR and 3D modeling; fulfillment and delivery management; the power of social networks; fast-growing Buy Now, Pay Later services; and the all-important customer experience.

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iVend

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Statista tells us that 88% + of shoppers use vouchers and discount codes, and 68% of shoppers say that promotions increase their loyalty §§. In fact promotions literally have a ‘feel-good factor’, with a study showing that recipients of a voucher had a 38% ++ increase in their oxytocin levels!

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Kibo

DECEMBER 14, 2021

This generation is also considered more digital than any before it, with more than 86% of millennials citing online shopping as their preferred buying experience. Another study found that millennials make 54% of their purchases online and that millennials like to compare product features and prices.

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FastSpring

MAY 13, 2021

Table of contents: Add “Buy Now” Button to Homepage Reduce Number of Clicks Optimize Page Speed Feature Localized Currency Use Localized Call-to-Action Offer Multiple Pricing Options Keep Your Online Shopping Carts Secure Implement Localized Carts Optimize for Mobile Minimize Number of Pages Send Abandoned-Cart Emails Reduce Number of From Fields.

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FastSpring

MAY 13, 2021

Table of contents: Add “Buy Now” Button to Homepage Reduce Number of Clicks Optimize Page Speed Feature Localized Currency Use Localized Call-to-Action Offer Multiple Pricing Options Keep Your Online Shopping Carts Secure Implement Localized Carts Optimize for Mobile Minimize Number of Pages Send Abandoned-Cart Emails Reduce Number of From Fields.

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GetElastic

JULY 20, 2017

Companies that consistently provide positive customer experiences enjoy higher sales and customer loyalty. A Forrester study comparing revenue growth at several companies in their customer experience index found that leaders outperformed laggards by as much as 24%.

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GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

B2B companies are implementing new strategies to adapt to the changing consumer needs and take advantage of a growing online customer base, characterized by new loyalty programs, deep personalization options, and AI-based features. 69% of B2B buyers are willing to pay more for a personalized experience.

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FastSpring

DECEMBER 18, 2020

This meant that there was a chance of human error by BizNet’s staff, and their customers also had to wait over 24 hours to receive access to their product. It wasn’t ideal for the business or its customers. “It When our customers ordered something, they wanted it right away.”.

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Prisync

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Provide an awesome shopping experience that makes it super simple for your customers to get what they want. According to a Customer Experience and Impact study , customers say they will be loyal to a business that gives them the customer experience they want. What does this tell you?

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OrderDynamics

APRIL 25, 2019

Unlike any other study yet, it examines the total BOPIS ( buy online pickup in-store ) journey from a customer viewpoint. Three hundred complete online purchases, and in-store experiences were taken. All to take a first, ground floor measure of the customer experience in retail using click and collect.

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retailnext

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

But there’s no denying that fighting for shopper foot traffic and customer loyalty is an uphill battle. As a store owner and/or manager, you have to be intentional with your branding and shopper experience and make those first impressions count. Figure Out Who Your Customers Are. Creating an Experience with Branding.

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Smile.io

JANUARY 17, 2023

Top 10 Customer Loyalty Programs of 2021 The wait is over - find out what the top 10 best customer loyalty programs of 2021 are. Without further ado, let’s dive into the top 10 best customer loyalty programs of 2022. Your loyalty program needs to be an extension of the rest of your brand.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

However, combining referral marketing tactics, user-generated content and customer loyalty helps subscription businesses grow. Each time a customer gets charged, Recharge Payments automatically updates an order so that you manage it from Shopify. Customer experience. Customization. Customer Support.

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BigCommerce

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

That’s what we’ll cover today, teaching you how to Implement a customer loyalty program that works for your brand. We’ll cover: What an ecommerce customer loyalty program is. The various components involved in building out a customer loyalty program. What is a Customer Loyalty Program?

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Teamwork Retail

JULY 8, 2020

A well-designed website encourages customers to shop more, more often and is tailored according to their needs.”. Omnichannel is by nature a limitless approach to retail, enabling a wide array of functionality and features to drive improvements in the customer experience. Do the customers purchase on mobile devices?

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Kissmetrics

AUGUST 6, 2021

With that said, let’s dive into the five customer retention strategies you can use to grow your Ecommerce business. Understand the Customer Journey and Optimize Your Customer Experience Accordingly. One of the first steps to designing a customer retention strategy that works is to understand the customer journey.

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Prisync

AUGUST 9, 2018

You’ll also want to make sure your online experience on mobiles and tablets is good. The number of people who buy items straight from their phones has increased in recent years and failing to provide customers with a good mobile experience means you’ll be leaving money and profit on the table.

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Payoneer

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

As a result, customer retention is just as important, if not more so, then acquisition. In this post, we will share the top three customer retention strategies for experienced eSellers looking to boost revenue from existing customers. Put Customer Experience First.

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BigCommerce

JUNE 27, 2017

Unlike a brick and mortar store, web-based ecommerce stores cannot rely on the visitor’s physical experience with their products to make a sale. According to a study conducted by professor Brent Coker , shoppers trust ecommerce stores 30% less than they trust brick and mortar stores. Extensive studies by Stanford professor B.J.

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Kibo

MAY 14, 2014

5 Tips for Improving Your Omnichannel Customer Experience Technology is rapidly changing the way we connect with the world, including how we shop for the products we want. Little more than a decade ago, a smiling sales associate and a 1-800 support number were enough to ensure a great customer experience.

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