Alida

APRIL 4, 2017

Brick-and-mortar is making a comeback , but many retailers struggle to drive sales. In these precarious times, both established and new retail players need to focus on customer needs. Today’s fickle customers don’t want aisle after aisle of redundant merchandise; they want to be a part of a brand experience.

Retail 191

Retail Innovation Strategy Omni-Channel 191

CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In the swirling storm that is modern retail, with the high street being buffeted by economic, technological, and social changes, there emerges a beacon of opportunity for retailers: curating brilliant and memorable digital customer experiences. In 2018, online sales accounted for $6.22 billion – a rise of 23.6%

Online Experience 52

Online Experience Retail e-support Groups 52

Kustomer

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

By cutting out the middleman and selling directly to the consumer, rather than through a retailer or third party, DTC businesses are exploring new ways to reach consumers with amazing and transformative customer experiences. Digital-first brands don’t have to deal with this problem. But how do they do it?

Online Experience 52

Online Experience Brands e-support Retail 52

Kustomer

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

By cutting out the middleman and selling directly to the consumer, rather than through a retailer or third party, DTC businesses are exploring new ways to reach consumers with amazing and transformative customer experiences. Digital-first brands don’t have to deal with this problem. But how do they do it?

Online Experience 52

Online Experience Brands e-support Retail 52

Kustomer

APRIL 28, 2021

Customers no longer see relationships with retailers as transactional — they see brands as an extension of their identity. That’s why delivering an exceptional customer experience, and building relationships with consumers, is imperative for business success. The Online Retail Opportunity.

Retail 86

Retail Customer Service Chatbots Consumers 86

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

OCTOBER 24, 2014

Think of what even your satisfied customers might exclaim while interacting with your brand. This LensCrafters location found a clever way to make them easy to find by adding their branding to something functional. I know I’m not alone when I say I now watch more online video from all over the world than live American TV.

Connections 277

Connections Brands Online Experience Customer Engagement 277

SurveySensum

MAY 18, 2023

What are Retail Surveys?: This scenario may seem simple, but it’s critical for any retail business. Customer satisfaction can make or break a company’s reputation, and that’s where retail surveys come into play. Whether you’re a small business owner or a big retail corporation, this blog is for you.

Retail 52

Retail Survey Feedback Net Promoter Score 52

Lumoa

JUNE 26, 2023

In fact, several companies, ranging from media to finance, are already investing in an omnichannel customer experience to boost their sales and revenue. For example, Target, one of the top US retail chains, improved its pickup sales with an omnichannel campaign. Consider a customer looking to buy sports shoes from a popular brand.

Omni-Channel 195

Omni-Channel Customer Experience Net Promoter Score Effort Score 195

Oracle

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Retail innovation is constantly evolving, from established brands testing new customer experiences to the changing face of service delivery. Retailers of all sizes are pushing the envelope to stand out through their CX. What retail innovations are on the horizon for 2020? Can high tech be high touch?

Retail 76

Retail Innovation Self Service Conference 76

Second to None

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Establishing an excellent brand experience in the modern age is impossible without providing enhanced value to consumers that visit your online channels. This is especially true for retail brands because eCommerce availability has become omnipresent in the industry. 1,2,3,4 [link].

Abandon Rate 67

Abandon Rate Online Experience Ecommerce Customer Centricity 67

Optimove

AUGUST 15, 2023

If you’re a mobile-first brand, QR code marketing will go a long way to increasing engagement, cultivating loyalty, and driving growth … let’s explore. And they’re highly cost-effective: QR codes are relatively inexpensive to create and implement, making them an attractive option for mobile-first brands working with ever-tightening resources.

Brands 52

Brands Marketing Advertising Video 52

Kitewheel

JULY 2, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world of customer experience and retailers are feeling the impact. The pandemic has pushed people into their homes, off of the streets and out of shops and into digital retail channels. Sales of many non-essential items have decreased; in March 2020, retail sales experienced an estimated 8.7%

Retail 52

Retail Social Media Consumers Study 52

Qualtrics

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Brands will have to adapt to a very different Black Friday this year, with safety a key priority. In fact, for some brands, ‘Black Friday’ has already begun. In fact, for some brands, ‘Black Friday’ has already begun. Supporting employee safety in retail stores. This year is different. Two weeks early.

Retail 26

Retail Omni-Channel Brands Video 26

Kayako

MARCH 14, 2017

Warby Parker are just one of many brands in the fast-growing vCommerce space who are inciting incredible customer love as a result of their their dogged focus on delivering fantastic customer experiences – and reaping the rewards: their latest funding pegs them at an eye-watering $1.2 billion valuation. billion valuation.

Brands 99

Brands Customer Experience Retail e-support 99

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 26, 2022

2022 Look Back: Most Read Retail CX News of the Year by Retail Customer Experience. Retail Customer Experience) The year 2022 was a year of rebound, rebirth and technology as retailers, coming out of COVID-19, were centered on pulling shoppers back into stores while tackling a challenging supply chain scenario.

Loyalty Programs 66

Loyalty Programs Customer Service Self Service Retail 66

Blake Morgan

AUGUST 22, 2023

                Shopping is now dominated by online experiences, begging the question of whether retail shopping outlets are now a thing of the past. He started working at Tanger Outlets in April 2020, at the peak of COVID-19 lockdowns and restricted movements that spelled doom for retail brands.

Retail 52

Retail Brands Consumers Online Experience 52

C Space

JULY 27, 2020

The Brand Move Roundup – July 27, 2020. We’re tracking the notable brand moves & highlighting the companies who are tackling this challenge successfully. Four months ago, when the gravity of the situation became clear, we started daily reporting on how brands were dealing with the COVID-19 crisis. Apple has told U.S.

Brands 52

Brands Transportation Fashion Sports 52

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

100 Totally Wacky & Weird Questions People Ask Retailers That Catch Them Off Guard—And Probably Make You Giggle, Too! Here are 100 of the strangest things retailers have been asked by customers. G2) Effective customer conversations help meet customer expectations while building trust and loyalty toward your brand and products.

Customer Service 96

Customer Service Retail Interaction Hospitality 96

LoyaltyPlus

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

The global COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a ‘new normal’ for business and no less so in retail, where many operators are having to adapt their approach to November’s acclaimed Black Friday and December’s bumper festive season. LoyaltyPlus agrees that in 2020 it is definitely not going to be ‘business as usual’.

Omni-Channel 52

Omni-Channel Retail Loyalty Social Media 52

Maru Group

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Since 1999, Maru/edr have been benchmarking the online retail landscape over the crucial Christmas trading period to unearth best practice and understand what makes a winning digital customer experience. Maru/edr Retail Benchmark 2018 leaders. What makes ASOS’s online experience so great?

Retail 40

Retail Touchpoint Fashion Comparison 40

Oracle

APRIL 3, 2018

Here’s what we learned about Yasmini and the innovative work she and the Brazilian fashion retailer are doing in customer experience. I am responsible for ecommerce as well as marketing and branding of all the physical stores. Tell us a little about Passarela and the great things you’re doing in customer experience.

Fashion 50

Fashion Retail Data Ecommerce 50

Second to None

JULY 6, 2021

Now that curbside pickup has become one of the top expectations for today’s grocery consumers , grocery retailers must stay on the pulse of their curbside experience to deliver the best curbside pickup service and set their brand apart. So, what do customers want in a grocery store? Everything.

Self Service 62

Self Service Rewards Programs Retail Brands 62

Second to None

JULY 6, 2021

Now that curbside pickup has become one of the top expectations for today’s grocery consumers , grocery retailers must stay on the pulse of their curbside experience to deliver the best curbside pickup service and set their brand apart. . So, what do customers want in a grocery store? Everything. Keep your focus on convenience

Self Service 62

Self Service Rewards Programs Retail Brands 62

Eptica

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Date: Friday, February 26, 2016 How are retailers working to improve customer experience? Author: Robin Tandon Customer experience is important to every industry, but particularly vital for retail. After all, if they are dissatisfied with the service from one retailer, another is only a click away.

Retail 48

Retail Customer Experience Apparel Ecommerce 48

delighted

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

With retail stores filing for bankruptcy and closing left and right (Barney’s, Forever 21, Toys R Us, Sears, etc.), it’s evident that retail shopping is going through a change: the so-called “ retail apocalypse.”. But honestly, many customers have little faith that brick-and-mortar retailers understand them. Why is this?

Retail 40

Retail Survey Feedback Ecommerce 40

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

It’s not uncommon to spot shoppers scanning bar codes in stores to see if there is a less expensive price via online stores. How many retailers are training employees to feel empowered when this happens? Instead, many retail workers view the web and mobile devices as competition.

Multi-Channel 268

Multi-Channel Social Media Call Center Retail 268

Lumoa

JULY 17, 2023

They expect brands to anticipate their needs and provide a tailored experience. According to Accenture Interactive’s Pulse Check report, 91% of consumers are likely to shop with brands that recognize them, remember previous transactions, and provide relevant offers and recommendations. But that’s not all.

Customer Experience 195

Customer Experience Strategy Self Service Chatbots 195

Blake Morgan

OCTOBER 24, 2022

With their wallets strapped and emotions running high, customers during the 2022 holiday shopping season are looking for brands that can provide personalized, convenient solutions to make their lives easier and better. They are also not purely looking to buy a product – but to have an experience around the product.

Trends 52

Trends Retail Sales Chatbots 52

Hallmark Business Connections

MARCH 16, 2021

With the increase in options that online shopping affords, we also saw brand loyalties tested. Create a seamless offline-to-online experience. Boomers are interacting with online channels more than ever, but that doesn’t mean they’ll never return to their old offline favorites. Encourage BOPIS shopping.

Marketing 98

Marketing Social Media Retail Insurance 98

Maru Group

AUGUST 27, 2024

For many of our clients, Consumer Duty has meant a new and welcome emphasis on better understanding and improving customer interactions, leading to more customer-centric product and service designs - and benefits such as better relationships with their customers and improved brand loyalty and advocacy.

Consumers 52

Consumers Financial Guidelines Communication 52

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Users are more likely to remember, interact and refer to your brand if they connect with your customer service. While 80% of companies believe that they deliver an extraordinary experience for their customers, only 8% of their customers resonate with this claim. Customer service forms the backbone of any successful business.

Customer Satisfaction 130

Customer Satisfaction Customer Service How To Omni-Channel 130

CSM Magazine

JUNE 14, 2023

In the exciting world of outdoor equipment retail, providing top-notch customer service is more crucial than ever. You can stand out from the rest by offering an exceptional shopping experience that goes above and beyond your customers’ expectations. Start by creating a welcoming and clutter-free retail store environment.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Social Media CRM Retail 52

NetBase

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

As some trends moved to the back burner and new ones came on unexpectedly, brands have had their hands full making informed predictions around emerging trends. We’ll explore why brands shouldn’t get complacent in their market research with a focus on: Ways in which 2020 predictions where a bit off. How pandemics can defy planning.

Trends 105

Trends Fashion Travel Hospitality 105

Blake Morgan

OCTOBER 24, 2022

With their wallets strapped and emotions running high, customers during the 2022 holiday shopping season are looking for brands that can provide personalized, convenient solutions to make their lives easier and better. They are also not purely looking to buy a product – but to have an experience around the product.

Trends 45

Trends Retail Sales Chatbots 45

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

APRIL 21, 2015

Observe how your front-line employees interact with customers in a purely transactional way, focusing on products and branding instead of the customer. They are too busy creating their online personas, interacting with brands they love on their own terms. What’s really meaningful to your customers?

B2B 110

B2B B2C Ecommerce Social Media 110

Maru Group

JANUARY 8, 2019

2018 was an important year for retailers and UK brands. Changing spending habits, growing business rates, unprecedented levels of discounting and even the weather all collided to make 2018 one of the most difficult trading years for consumer brands in recent history.

Customer Experience 56

Customer Experience Retail Customers Brands 56

Forrester's Customer Insights

DECEMBER 10, 2014

However, traditional retail and manufacturing brands in China are very fragmented. The rise of Internet companies and their new business models is digitally disrupting already struggling traditional brands. The country lacks a local version of Wal-Mart or Macy''s -- large organizations that dominate specific sectors.

Analytics 48

Analytics Brands Banking Government 48