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So the experience has to be seamless and incorporate self-service systems that provide fast, accurate, and consistent replies to questions. 33% of shoppers bought using their smartphones over the Thanksgiving/Black Friday period , with sales up 70% from 2014. Share this page on: Tweet.
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