Fabric

MARCH 7, 2024

“You’ve got to start with the customer experience and work back toward the technology, not the other way around.” – Steve Jobs One critical aspect that retailers can often neglect is the post-purchase experience for customers. What is the post-purchase experience?

Customer Loyalty 130

Customer Loyalty Customer Merchant Services Shipping Costs 130

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 7, 2023

Editor’s note: As retail interfaces and systems continue to evolve, the way we design retail experiences to user needs and behaviors is also transforming. For the past decade or so, big-name retailers have turned to designers and experiential agencies to create multisensory atmospheres in stores. virtual reality).

Technology 279

Technology Retail Customer Experience Presentation 279

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Customer experience (CX) optimization is a necessity for ecommerce retailers and other online businesses that want to convert visitors, drive sales and cultivate customer loyalty. More than a third of those major retail sites didn’t support searches by product number.

Customer Experience 287

Customer Experience Customer eCommerce Customer Loyalty 287

Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Despite the surge in online shopping, physical stores remain essential for retailers, providing a space for customers to interact with products and build deeper brand connections. A well-designed store can create a memorable brand experience that strengthens customer loyalty.

Retail 312

Retail Customer Loyalty Social Media POS 312

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. Dress clothing retailers such as Brooks Brothers filed for bankruptcy , while athleisure wear boomed.

Customer Experience 323

Customer Experience Customer Omnichannel Social Media 323

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

APRIL 24, 2023

In today’s fast-paced retail landscape, customer loyalty has become a critical factor in business success. With increased competition and changing consumer behaviors, retailers must stay ahead of the curve by implementing effective customer loyalty programs.

Customer Loyalty 84

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Customer Retention 84

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Commerce is expanding rapidly, especially within the retail sector. retail sales have increased 8.8% For example, purchase confusion can arise (and does) when a customer sees unfamiliar names or references on bank statements. Originally, the retailer was experiencing thousands of chargebacks every month.

Shipping Costs 277

Shipping Costs Payment Services Banking Retail 277

Retail TouchPoints

MAY 29, 2023

But with 73% of consumers saying that “a good experience is key in influencing their brand loyalties,” according to PwC , there has never been a better time for brands to relook at their processes, upgrade their antiquated technology and find a new solution that delivers a fair experience to sustain customer loyalty.

Customer Loyalty 278

Customer Loyalty Customer Experience Payment Services Social Media 278

RetailMinded

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The retail industry has been undergoing a period of digital transformation for some time now. But it seems to be picking up speed recently, with many retailers now experimenting with new technologies like chatbots and AR. The impact of digital transformation on the retail industry. Artificial Intelligence.

Customer Loyalty 59

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Social Media 59

lateshipment

AUGUST 1, 2022

In the always-on retail environment, the convenience of a seamless experience is the key to winning more customers. According to Linnworks research , over 80% of shoppers are looking for a frictionless, cross-device ecommerce experience. This led to longer wait times for processed returns and lower customer satisfaction.

Customer Experience 147

Customer Experience Payment Services Customer Shipping Costs 147

lateshipment

MARCH 13, 2020

With companies like Amazon, Walmart, and eBay rewriting the eCommerce playbook from a “delivery speed” and “customer experience” standpoint, your brand needs to exceed customer expectations to stand out among your competition. The Post-Purchase Experience Gap. What is On-Brand Post-Purchase Customer Experience?

Customer Loyalty 242

Customer Loyalty Customer Shipping Costs Shipping 242

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The retail industry is continuously evolving and adapting to new technologies and trends. One of the latest developments in this sector is the use of ChatGPT and other innovative technologies such as AI (artificial intelligence), AR (augmented reality), and VR (virtual reality) to create seamless omnichannel shopping experiences.

Customer Experience 98

Customer Experience Retail Customer eCommerce 98

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 12, 2023

The past few years have been a rollercoaster ride for the retail industry. A survey from this year’s World Retail Congress suggests that the uncertain times aren’t over for the industry. A survey from this year’s World Retail Congress suggests that the uncertain times aren’t over for the industry.

Payment Services 246

Payment Services Retail Point of Sale Supplies 246

SheerID

JANUARY 10, 2024

Retailers looking to adapt to evolving customer needs should consider incorporating MACH technologies into their strategy.

Customer Experience 88

Customer Experience Customer Retail Technology 88

365 Retail

JUNE 19, 2023

Customer loyalty programmes are ‘vital’ for retailers to retain customers, with over half of the UK consciously buying less due to the cost-of-living crisis, according to a new report by Deployteq and the Data & Marketing Association (DMA).

Customer Loyalty 52

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Recommendation 52

365 Retail

JULY 5, 2022

Rising inflation is a concern for retailers across the globe. Customers are becoming more vigilant about spending money. Equally, retailers are faced with increased cost prices. How can brands capture customer loyalty at this turbulent time? Achille Traore, CEO, White Label Loyalty. Offer more value.

Customer Loyalty 70

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Banking 70

iVend

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

For retailers who weathered the pandemic storm, the lull has been short-lived, and they’re now battening down the hatches again in the face of the next assault – the predicted global recession. iVend Success Stories iVend’s retail technology enables retailers to build resilience.

Technology 98

Technology Retail Payment Services POS 98

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The retail industry has experienced a great deal of change over the last 2½ years with the accelerated growth of online sales, the introduction of new safety protocols, the expansion of experiential retail concepts and the integration of new technologies. The retail storefront is no longer about just leaving with goods in hand.

Food and Beverages 290

Food and Beverages Small Business Retail Retail Arts 290

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 3, 2024

Long viewed as a necessary evil, the retail returns process is emerging as an unexpected avenue for growth and customer engagement. The Cost of Maintaining the Returns Status Quo The existing fragmented and outdated returns process carries significant costs for retailers, both in financial terms and in customer satisfaction.

Retail 278

Retail Shipping Costs Improvements Customer Experience 278

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 31, 2023

Retailers know that customer engagement must be the focus of their marketing efforts. And it’s increasingly clear that brands that embrace financial services within the customer journey are scoring highly on engagement scores. Many customers bail at this point. Its simplicity works for the retailer and customer alike.

Financial Services 278

Financial Services Payment Services Payments Small Business Retail 278

365 Retail

AUGUST 5, 2022

Building customer loyalty and improving retention rates are targets many companies strive to achieve. Changing the customer service process can help businesses get one step closer to accomplishing these targets. Business leaders looking for ways to build customer loyalty and improve retention should keep reading.

Customer Loyalty 108

Customer Loyalty Improvements Customer Social Media 108

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 24, 2023

With so many unique approaches to connectivity, retailers often struggle with effectively reaching their customers. In fact, 71% of shoppers told McKinsey that they expect personalization from their favorite retailers , and 76% of shoppers are frustrated when retailers don’t offer personalization.

Small Business Retail 246

Small Business Retail Marketing Retail Social Media 246

lateshipment

MAY 6, 2023

What measures do you consciously take to improve your customer’s purchase journey once they’ve hit the buy button? Before we get to the context of things, remember that the post-purchase phase takes up 50% of the overall customer experience.

Customer Experience 130

Customer Experience Shipping Costs Customer eCommerce 130

lateshipment

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Picture this : You’re a retailer based in Chicago, dealing in apparel and your loyal customer John has ordered a tux for his high-school reunion from your store. Therefore, it is highly important that businesses take a strong resolve to handle delivery issues and exceed customers’ delivery expectations to stay ahead of the competition.

Customer Experience 233

Customer Experience Shipping Costs Customer Shipping 233

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Retailers are tackling pressing issues, from wavering customer loyalty to finding the next channel or platform they need to sell on. To juggle long- and short-term priorities, executives must address key questions, including: How can we prepare for shifts in customer behaviors?

Supplies 263

Supplies Arts Customer Loyalty Fulfillment 263

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! . Stellar customer support = enhanced overall shopping experience. eCommerce is growing (higher, further, faster).

Customer Loyalty 130

Customer Loyalty eCommerce Customer Shipping Costs 130

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

in tech and industry conversations undoubtedly is impacting digital transformation plans, as brands and retailers strive to adapt to new customer behaviors and expectations. digital assets, blockchain, the metaverse and other related technologies can now request an invitation to attend The D2 Summit, which is taking place Oct.

Customer Loyalty 304

Customer Loyalty Consumer Goods Customer Experience Technology 304

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Retailers today are faced with mounting pressure to maximize their bottom lines while maintaining cost expectations for consumers. But amid volatile market changes, ever-evolving customer expectations and increased competition online, this is increasingly challenging to realize. Enter artificial intelligence (AI). billion in 2028.

Customer Loyalty 360

Customer Loyalty Operations Improvements Customer Experience 360

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 70

Customer Experience Customer Customer Data Customer Loyalty 70

iVend

JULY 8, 2021

Retailers have never before had to be so agile and flexible, shifting their priorities as the industry changed shape before their eyes. Trends that were ‘bubbling under’ accelerated rapidly courtesy of COVID and retail looks very different to two years ago. I’ve been talking to retailers about their revised priorities.

Customer Experience 98

Customer Experience Customer Social Media Retail 98

Wiser

MARCH 7, 2024

With the global pandemic acting as a catalyst for change, retailers have been thrust into a new realm of challenges and opportunities. A recent panel hosted by Wiser Solutions shed light on these critical developments, bringing together top retail leaders across the industry.

Retail 78

Retail Technology Customer Experience Operations 78

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 2, 2022

The acquisition was made to help DRINKS provide all the technology and expertise necessary to help retailers start, run and grow in the ecommerce alcohol category. DRINKS’ platform was designed to help retailers offer nationwide home alcohol delivery with full regulatory compliance.

Shopify 276

Shopify Customer Loyalty eCommerce Platforms Customer Experience 276

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 10, 2023

The world of retail is getting ready for its iPhone moment using breakthrough generative AI technology. Startups including Fashable and Verneek are generating unique use cases of generative AI for retail. Global ecommerce sales, representing 22% of all retail sales, could increase to $5.4 trillion in 2026, from $3.3

Merchant Services 279

Merchant Services Shipping Costs Retail Social Media 279

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 8, 2023

After more than a year of hype (followed by hype fatigue), experts and practitioners are split on whether the metaverse and Web3 will have a meaningful impact on the retail industry. The D2 Summit: Retail Edition is a co-located conference at the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo , which is taking place June 13-15, 2023 in Chicago.

Technology 287

Technology Customer Loyalty Omnichannel Consumer 287

GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why a Hybrid Customer Experience is Essential for Today’s Consumer. As it turns out, based on a 2019 study , many customers actually prefer a hybrid experience over one that is entirely online or in-person. What exactly is a hybrid customer experience? Hybrid Customer Experience Example 1: Carvana.

Customer Experience 139

Customer Experience Customer eCommerce Vend 139

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 7, 2022

Mattress Firm has hired retail and technology veteran Mickey Mericle as its new Chief Marketing and Experience Officer. Mericle was most recently CMO at the pool and spa maintenance and supply brand Leslie’s , where she led the company’s digital transformation, launched a customer loyalty program and added top-funnel media.

Marketing 306

Marketing Customer Loyalty Customer Experience Supplies 306

GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why a Hybrid Customer Experience is Essential for Today’s Consumer. As it turns out, based on a 2019 study , many customers actually prefer a hybrid experience over one that is entirely online or in-person. What exactly is a hybrid customer experience? Hybrid Customer Experience Example 1: Carvana.

Customer Experience 139

Customer Experience Customer eCommerce Vend 139