Optimizely

DECEMBER 21, 2017

But before you run off, let me tell you about an ecommerce trend that will actually help you better sell to customers and ensure their (undying) loyalty. Contextual commerce harnesses another trend you’ve probably heard a lot about — omnichannel. How can contextual commerce improve loyalty? What is contextual commerce?

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Customer Loyalty Improvements Customer Merchant Services 191

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).

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 5, 2021

We realized that our customers’ definition of ‘convenience’ had changed. Customers want personalized, convenient shopping experiences. In fact, according to Forrester, customers are 2.4 With conversational commerce solutions, brands can unlock a seamless omnichannel experience, win lasting customer loyalty and drive revenue.

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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!

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Customer Loyalty Beauty and Health Customer Food and Beverages 77

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.

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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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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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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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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. Reading Time: 7 minutes. 71% of consumers feel frustrated when their shopping experience is impersonal.

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Omnisend

DECEMBER 15, 2020

When your customers make a purchase, they’re thinking about getting the product and not about things like customer support. When that time comes, the customer will look to contact the company. What is Omnichannel Support? This way, your customers always get accurate answers. Higher customer satisfaction rates.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

is the true omnichannel experience — a combination of online and in-store — where we have leading brands and market share, strong store density and online presence, and a deep heritage of customer loyalty and relationships. With this decision, we will increase our focus on omnichannel — our biggest growth opportunity.”

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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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SheerID

MARCH 14, 2024

Boost sales & loyalty with an Omnichannel Rewards Strategy. Learn to offer exclusive discounts across multiple channels, engage communities & stand out.

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Digital Doughnut

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Omnichannel retailing refers to the practice of providing customers with a seamless shopping experience across multiple channels, such as brick-and-mortar stores, online marketplaces, social media platforms, and mobile apps.

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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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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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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 24, 2024

Navigating digital transformation in 2024’s B2B ecommerce landscape hinges on a deeper comprehension of AI, omnichannel strategies and social commerce. B2B brands should invest in AI-driven CRM (customer relationship management) systems to analyze customer data, offering insights for personalized marketing and sales strategies.

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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. The customers of one of my clients, a retailer of hobbyist products, skew older and retired and did less shopping online.

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Customer Experience Customer Omnichannel Social Media 285

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.

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Customer Experience eCommerce Customer Merchant Services 130

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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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%).

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Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Omnichannel 52

ESW

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Retailers and brands with DTC ecommerce channels often look to international markets to grow customer bases and revenue. However, this presents a unique set of challenges, particularly when it comes to global customer service. And yet customer service plays a pivotal role in shaping the success of a retail business.

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Payment Services Customer Payments Omnichannel 154

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.

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Shipping Costs Customer Experience Supplies Improvements 240

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 22, 2023

And despite having an incredibly loyal customer base, Anthropologie has focused on expanding its reach, especially among consumers in their late 20s through early 40s — and a few more as well. We think of it as a way to deepen the relationship with our customers and get them into new categories.” But you can’t get lazy.

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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.

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Customer Loyalty Customer Omnichannel Point of Sale 52

Ecommerce Platforms

AUGUST 29, 2022

The best loyalty apps for Shopify are an excellent way for business leaders to improve the lifetime value of their customers. After all, returning customers are one of the most important assets an ecommerce company can have. That’s where loyalty apps come in. What Are The Most Popular Loyalty Apps for Shopify?

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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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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 3, 2023

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. This flexible architecture enables unrivaled time-to-market for the solutions customers crave.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 14, 2023

Walmart’s digital sales have risen steadily since then, including 12% annual growth in fiscal 2022, and it has recently expanded its online offerings to include an ecommerce site and customer experience aimed at SMBs as well as an overall revamp of its digital storefront with an emphasis on discovery.

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Omnichannel Customer Loyalty Operations Definition 226

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.

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Customer Loyalty Payment Services Customer Live Chat 40

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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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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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. One truly can’t exist without the other,” she said. “I

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Marketing Customer Loyalty Omnichannel eCommerce 282

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

Forrester eCommerce

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Loyalty marketers, the scope of your job just expanded. Loyalty marketers have conventionally focused their efforts on customers post-purchase: increasing customer retention, enrichment, and advocacy. And before you panic, it’s a good thing.

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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

Retail Technology Review

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Poor payments experience at the checkout is the weak link in connected customers' omnichannel shopping experiences, causing retailers lost conversions and customer loyalty, a new report from KPS, a transformation agency, reveals.

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