CSM Magazine

MARCH 14, 2025

As consumer habits shift and expectations grow, brands face increasing pressure to create loyalty programs that feel personal, relevant, and rewarding. The way businesses reach customers is being updated with the help of AI, more engaging games, and new technology. This affects everyone.

Loyalty 52

Loyalty Trends Strategy Loyalty Programs 52

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

The interactive kiosks provide an opportunity to streamline the process by providing where the product can be found along with product research in the moment the customer wants them. Loyalty: “What’s in it for me?” This is another type of reassurance for customers. Will I be rewarded for my behavior?

Customer Confidence 279

Customer Confidence Report Retail Loyalty Programs 279

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

DECEMBER 15, 2014

For leaders to make smart decisions about who the best, most loyal and most profitable customers are, they need to understand the makeup of the customer population. This often means creating special loyalty programs , elite experiences, and special perks to maintain the top 1% of customers. Welcome everybody.

Loyalty Programs 268

Loyalty Programs Airlines Social Media Loyalty 268

InMoment XI

JUNE 13, 2013

Last month when Michael Allenson was asked to write a column for Loyalty360 that addressed voice of the customer and loyalty programs, no doubt the fever pitch that was swelling around his suburban Chicago neighborhood affected his editorial judgment. View Article

Customer Engagement 150

Customer Engagement Engagement Loyalty Programs Loyalty 150

InMoment XI

JUNE 13, 2013

Last month when Michael Allenson was asked to write a column for Loyalty360 that addressed voice of the customer and loyalty programs, no doubt the fever pitch that was swelling around his suburban Chicago neighborhood affected his editorial judgement. View Article

Customer Engagement 150

Customer Engagement Engagement Loyalty Programs Loyalty 150

InMoment XI

JUNE 13, 2013

Last month when Michael Allenson was asked to write a column for Loyalty360 that addressed voice of the customer and loyalty programs, no doubt the fever pitch that was swelling around his suburban Chicago neighborhood affected his editorial judgement. View Article

Customer Engagement 150

Customer Engagement Engagement Loyalty Programs Loyalty 150

InMoment XI

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Why Is Customer Behavior Analysis Important Customer behavior analysis provides information that helps businesses meet customer needs, build stronger relationships, and drive business growth. It sheds light on preferred products, purchasing frequency, and typical customer journeys.

Analysis 195

Analysis Customer Journeys Social Media Analytics 195

InMoment XI

OCTOBER 23, 2024

With many customers considering switching banks, a positive customer experience can be the deciding factor in retaining them. Consistently providing exceptional service can strengthen loyalty and reduce the likelihood of customers looking elsewhere. This approach is crucial for driving loyalty.

Banking 195

Banking Customer Experience Effort Score Financial 195

Retently

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Analyzing Market Trends and Customer Behavior 2. Personalizing the Customer Journey 3. Building Customer Loyalty for Retention 6. Focus on building long-term relationships through customer loyalty programs, social media engagement, and influencer collaborations to keep customers coming back.

Ecommerce 148

Ecommerce Sales Strategy Tips 148

Optimove

MARCH 6, 2025

See the difference control groups make in this guide Download Now Why it Matters: This post is important for retail marketers as it highlights how loyalty programs extend beyond simple discounts to foster deeper engagement and long-term brand affinity. See more about retail customer loyalty below.

Retail 59

Retail Loyalty Gamification Loyalty Programs 59

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

What Customers Really Want From a Loyalty Program by Eileen Stephens (CMSWire) Customer loyalty programs have become a multi-million-dollar industry and a critical driver of revenue for brands. Forecasts point to significant growth in spend expected through loyalty programs in 2025.

Loyalty Programs 79

Loyalty Programs Customer Service Customer Journeys Loyalty 79

SurveySensum

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Let’s discover its top 6 drivers behind customer loyalty. Strong Loyalty Program Nike’s loyalty program is more than just a point system. NikePlus is a textbook example of how to do customer loyalty right.

NPS 52

NPS Loyalty Strategy Loyalty Programs 52

Michelli Experience

OCTOBER 24, 2017

“Where Has All The Loyalty Gone? A long, long time ago (20 years) in a galaxy far, far away (actually main street USA) customers were basically loyal to brands. Customer loyalty is at a premium and to the surprise of many that premium is not just for Millennials. The Erosion of Loyalty. – Long Time Passing”.

Loyalty 157

Loyalty Consulting Loyalty Programs Groups 157

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

An effective, yet often overlooked, strategy to deepen customer engagement is creating personalized merchandise. Whether it’s custom t-shirts, mugs, tote bags, or water bottles, personalized merchandise helps businesses stand out while fostering meaningful connections with their customers.

Loyalty 52

Loyalty Loyalty Programs Social Media Brands 52

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

In the rush to amaze and delight, a la Zappos , organizations often overlook ways to truly provide experiences meaningful to that customer. A gentleman who travels extensively and is a top-tier member of a hotel loyalty program was telling me he just wished they’d ask him a few questions. A great experience, but for whom?

Brands 259

Brands Hotels Consulting Loyalty Programs 259

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

It involves measuring customer effort on customer service interactions, such as the number of customer emails received, the length of customer wait times, and the number of customer complaints. This helps to ensure customer satisfaction and builds long-term customer loyalty.

Net Promoter Score 417

Net Promoter Score Customer Journeys Customer Experience Omni-Channel 417

Oracle

JANUARY 4, 2021

In a recent webinar hosted by Oracle, Vitamix, a leading global manufacturer of high-performance blending technology for consumers and commercial settings, shared three ways to elevate customer experience and deepen loyalty. Design your loyalty program to foster engagement. Read on to learn how.

Loyalty Programs 75

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Brands CRM 75

ERDM

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Article by Ernan Roman Featured on CMO.com Millennials and Gen Zs view traditional loyalty programs as “manipulative,” “hierarchical,” and “built around exclusions.”. Those are highlights from VoC research conducted by ERDM for Detroit-based watchmaker Shinola, which was looking to revamp its loyalty program.

Loyalty Programs 72

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Omni-Channel Advertising 72

ProProfs Chat

MAY 31, 2019

Loyalty goes a long way in defining and building relationships between people. Be it our personal relationships or even the relationship we have with the customers. For a business organization, having a loyal customer base is essential for success. Increasing customer retention by just 5% boosts your profits by 25-95%.

Loyalty Programs 66

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Net Promoter Score How To 66

ProProfs Chat

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Efforts to retain customers, help you formulate effective loyalty programs that your customers enjoy being a part of. Let’s take a look at customer loyalty statistics and observe the various ways that help a business improve and boost customer loyalty. Benefits of Improving Customer Loyalty.

Loyalty 109

Loyalty Loyalty Programs Social Media Retail 109

Michelli Experience

MARCH 1, 2016

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Loyalty Programs 100

Loyalty Programs Loyalty How To Customers 100

CSM Magazine

APRIL 3, 2025

Transforming Customer Engagement with NFTs and Loyalty Programs Web3 platforms are leveraging non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and blockchain-based loyalty programs to reimagine customer engagement strategies: Dynamic Rewards : Traditional loyalty programs are static, often requiring customers to accrue points that may have limited value.

Customer Experience 52

Customer Experience Loyalty Programs Government Gamification 52

rethinkCX

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

However, retaining subscribers and ensuring long-term engagement require a customer experience (CX)-driven approach. With customer expectations rising , brands must leverage personalization, AI, and proactive support to maintain loyalty and reduce churn. Why CX is Crucial in Subscription Models 1.

Gamification 52

Gamification Engagement Customer Engagement e-support 52

Win the Customer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

The right marketing strategy for your e-commerce store can help you build brand awareness, drive customer loyalty, and ultimately increase online sales. Its popularity can be attributed to several reasons-it’s quick and easy to use, affordable, offers customization, ready designs, and is extremely customer-friendly.

Sales 111

Sales Customer Engagement e-support Engagement 111

ShepHyken

MAY 26, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Zsuzsa Kecsmar, CMO and Head of Partnerships of Antavo , a software company that manages brand loyalty and retention programs. She writes about next-generation loyalty programs and how they can enhance customer experience.

Loyalty Programs 62

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Gamification Customer Experience 62

Influitive

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Loyalty programs are pretty commonplace with consumer brands but don’t seem to be as prevalent in B2B. This is because the traditional loyalty model of cash incentives doesn’t translate as well to business customers. The post 5 Tips for B2B Loyalty Programs Inspired by B2C appeared first on Influitive. . […].

Loyalty Programs 66

Loyalty Programs B2C B2B Loyalty 66

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

How can businesses use unique customer experiences to stand out in a competitive market? What role does employee interaction play in creating memorable customer experiences? How does a business enhance customer loyalty without relying on points or discount programs?

Loyalty Programs 79

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Connections Brands 79

Currency Alliance

AUGUST 15, 2024

This is precisely what loyalty programs were originally designed for, as marketing platforms purpose-built for measuring and incentivizing customer engagement, including when the customer is not shopping with your brand. Personalization comprises four key strategic initiatives.

Loyalty Programs 52

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Marketing Ecommerce 52

Help.com

MARCH 14, 2016

71% of customers are ready and willing to part ways with your company. We share a few tips below that can help boost your customer engagement and create a culture of loyal, happy customers. Make your business more customer-centric. “A Reward loyal customers. Place a focus on employee engagement.

Customer Engagement 114

Customer Engagement Engagement Tips Social Media 114

Currency Alliance

OCTOBER 12, 2020

That type of simple recognition goes a great way in building loyalty with customers. This presentation is about driving customer engagement, and how the loyalty industry is transforming in order to engage with the mid-tail and long-tail customer. Loyalty programs must evolve to keep customers engaged.

Loyalty 98

Loyalty Marketing Loyalty Programs Banking 98

Kitewheel

JULY 27, 2020

Why Customer Loyalty Programs Matter. Customer loyalty programs influence the likelihood that a customer will continue purchasing from a given company rather than their competition. So, what makes a customer loyal to a brand? The Benefits of Loyalty Programs .

Loyalty Programs 52

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Rewards Programs Gamification 52

SuiteCX

JULY 7, 2017

Customer experience consultancy, Ellipsis, launches first productised data offering off the back of Data Republic’s data exchange marketplace. Customer engagement consulting agency, Ellipsis, has joined forces with Data Republic on a new data product offering aimed at helping brands better measure customer loyalty investments.

Loyalty 100

Loyalty Measurement Tools Data 100

SuiteCX

JULY 7, 2017

Customer experience consultancy, Ellipsis, launches first productised data offering off the back of Data Republic’s data exchange marketplace. Customer engagement consulting agency, Ellipsis, has joined forces with Data Republic on a new data product offering aimed at helping brands better measure customer loyalty investments.

Loyalty 100

Loyalty Measurement Tools Data 100

Optimove

JANUARY 6, 2025

See the difference control groups make in this guide Download Now Why it Matters: If marketers can convert one-time fashion and beauty customers into multi-time customers, this will increase lifetime customer value. return to repurchase within three monthstarget this window to boost loyalty.

Fashion 59

Fashion Gamification Omni-Channel Loyalty Programs 59

Currency Alliance

APRIL 15, 2024

Many people assume that operating a loyalty program necessarily implies issuing your own loyalty points or miles. The optimal points to offer mostly depends on the frequency of engagement your brand has with target customers. Points and miles are a dominant and popular form of loyalty value.

Loyalty Programs 52

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Airlines Banking 52

Blake Morgan

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Known for its creative marketing and diverse menu offerings, the brand has doubled down on a “creativity mindset” to drive both product innovation and customer loyalty—even as inflation impacts the industry. These tools enhance convenience and deepen customer relationships.

Strategy 64

Strategy Marketing Customer Experience Social Media 64

Forrester's Customer Insights

MARCH 26, 2024

Learn about the potential of predictive AI — and, now, generative AI — in enhancing loyalty programs and strategies.

Loyalty Programs 53

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Strategy B2C 53