ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Our customer service research sponsored by RingCentral (brand new 2024 report is now out) includes a humorous stat/finding: 79% of US consumers have called customer support and been caught in the automated menu system and repeatedly screamed, “Agent” or “Representative,” and eventually hung up out of frustration. Louis Magazine (St.

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Currency Alliance

JUNE 16, 2020

While travel and retail brands have made a lot of progress in the last 24 months, the bulk of innovation has come from other consumer sectors – including media businesses, entertainment, and telecoms providers, which in recent years appeared to regard loyalty as a lost cause. Hybrid points programs. A disloyal generation?

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Oracle

MARCH 18, 2019

Consumer loyalty is more difficult than ever for retailers to attain. Yet, it is as important as ever for a company’s sustainability to crack the consumer loyalty code. Successful programs pave the way to increased sales and can drive market share. Here are 3 ways to improve loyalty in 2019.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

How the ‘Zero Consumer’ is Inspiring Innovative Visual Imagery for Retail Success by Peter McCall (Total Retail) Consumers’ shopping expectations have skyrocketed. They demand fast shipping, easy returns, sustainability and more, showing little loyalty and appreciation.

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TechSee

MAY 19, 2021

consumers required assistance during the pandemic. By streamlining the execution of once complex, labor-intensive, and time-consuming procedures such as basic troubleshooting, billing, data entry, workforce management, and order fulfillment, RPA frees call center staff for higher value-add work.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 19, 2021

IRI , a global leader in innovative solutions and services for consumer, retail and media companies, today announced that it has acquired Intelligent Shopper Solutions (ISS). ISS is a leading retail consumer insight provider that enables collaboration between retailers and suppliers, from Kognitiv Corporation.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 26, 2021

How 5 Brands Adapted Their Loyalty Programs for a Post-Covid World by Stephanie Miles. Street Fight) Here’s how five brands have navigated the changes and adapted their loyalty programs to meet new consumer demands. How to Provide Great Customer Service on Social Media by Atlanta Small Business Network.

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Strativity

MAY 25, 2023

With rising interest rates, inflation, and softening consumer spending, restaurateurs are facing challenges like those experienced during peak pandemic levels, but food delivery apps are no longer the boon they once were. But the success of these programs has as much to do with insights as technology.

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Optimove

DECEMBER 28, 2023

The Big Picture: With 2023 in the books, it’s time to pave the way for continued innovation and more meaningful customer connections in the year ahead. Our research reveals that 63% of consumers say they can identify when marketing AI is at play. Monitor and Adapt to Trends  Stay vigilant about market trends and consumer behaviors.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Six Steps for Improving Customer Engagement and Loyalty by Genelle Kunst. Chain Store Age) Establishing a loyalty program is a fundamental first step to improving customer loyalty. My Comment: Want to build repeat business and customer loyalty? When you click on their images, their insights appear.

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Currency Alliance

OCTOBER 12, 2020

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. Every business needs a loyalty strategy, but not every business needs a loyalty points program.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Why Experiential Rewards Are Winning Over Customers: 5 Stellar Examples by Peter Vogel (The Wise Marketer) In today’s highly competitive business environment, brands are constantly searching for innovative ways to engage and retain their customers. My Comment: I’m a fan of rewards and loyalty programs for a reason.

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SurveySparrow

JULY 23, 2023

Customer experience (CX) trends are patterns or shifts in consumer behavior and preferences that significantly impact how businesses interact with their customers. Various factors, including technological advancements, changes in consumer expectations, and broader societal changes, can drive these trends.

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Currency Alliance

JUNE 11, 2019

Many consumers now ‘multibank’[iii], keeping their traditional provider on-hand for the same reasons they always did, but branching out in search of enhanced value. In 2000, UK consumer bank Halifax launched a fairly successful marketing slogan: the people that give you extra [iv]. Actually, they do. Extra what?

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

One innovative solution that has gained significant traction is Paysafe cards. The Changing Landscape of Payments The payment landscape has witnessed a profound transformation driven by technology and evolving consumer preferences. This shift is multifaceted and encompasses several key developments: 1.

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SurveySparrow

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Innovation. Innovation. Innovation. Take Apple’s watch and AirPods — they are very innovative because they solve common problems that people face. This commitment to innovation and design has helped them stand out from the competition and build a loyal following among consumers. Loyalty Programs.

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Alida

JANUARY 19, 2017

Sales in athletic apparel rose 12 percent in 2016 , according to the market research firm NPD, as more consumers wear their workout clothes outside the gym. Here’s a look at the different tactics retailers are experimenting with—and why consumer insight needs to be part of the mix as companies try new ways of reinvigorating sales.

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Currency Alliance

MAY 31, 2018

How many innovative ideas do you have to improve your area of the business? I’d say if it’s less than about eight, you are a manager and not an innovator. But innovation – and in particular, digital disruption – is now spelling the difference between the businesses that succeed, and those that fail. Innovation as a policy.

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Currency Alliance

MAY 31, 2018

How many innovative ideas do you have to improve your area of the business? I’d say if it’s less than about eight, you are a manager and not an innovator. But innovation – and in particular, digital disruption – is now spelling the difference between the businesses that succeed, and those that fail. Innovation as a policy.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Josh Linkner, innovation guru, shares four core ideas that build loyalty. Here is some insight into their “Zappos for Good” program, direct from Steven Bautista, the head of charity at Zappos. 3 Ways to Make Your Loyalty Program More Social for the Holidays by Barry Kirk.

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SurveySensum

JULY 26, 2023

Building Meaningful Loyalty Programs By leveraging customer feedback you can create meaningful loyalty programs that cater to the expectations and preferences of your customers. These programs will help you foster a long-lasting and meaningful relationship with your customers.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Especially since the first half of this year has been crucial in determining the shift in consumer behavior, needs and expectations. Consumers are panicked and they need reassurance of safety measures being taken by retailers. What do consumers want now? Consumers wanted most of the things they want now even before COVID-19.

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TechSee

JANUARY 7, 2020

Accenture reports that 77% of consumers are no longer loyal to any particular brand, telcos must work harder than ever to retain their customer bases. Acquisition costs far outweigh those of keeping current customers, further motivating companies to implement innovative strategies to boost customer retention in the telecom industry.

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Alida

MARCH 27, 2018

With more than 200 leaders in insight, innovation, marketing and customer experience in attendance, the luxurious MO was the perfect location for the sold-out, informative event. Michael also revealed that MO’s new loyalty program, Fans of MO , was co-created with the viewpoints of the company’s most loyal customers.

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ProProfs Chat

APRIL 30, 2020

Opt for Innovative Ways to Reach out to Your Customers. Making use of innovative communication methods such as Social Media updates, proactive alerts and messages and surveys to do a pulse check, etc. Takeaway: Innovative communication methodologies pave a sure shot pathway to customer engagement during crises like COVID-19.

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Gravy Analytics

MAY 14, 2019

In recent years, Coach acquired brands Stuart Weitzman and Kate Spade , expanding its reach in the luxury fashion market, and underscoring its focus on superior craftsmanship and innovative, thoughtful design. These audiences include consumers recently observed at higher-end retail locations. Precision Audience Targeting.

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CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Traditional marketing tools and retention tactics that might have worked a decade ago are now outdated in the eyes of the savvy digital consumer. In this rapidly evolving landscape, businesses must adopt advanced and innovative strategies to not only capture the attention of customers but also foster enduring loyalty.

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Win the Customer

DECEMBER 19, 2022

It also adds an educational dimension to dining, allowing patrons to learn more about the food they’re consuming. Loyalty Programs and Rewards Many order-ahead apps offer loyalty programs and rewards to incentivize customer retention.

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Experience Investigators by 360Connext

JULY 2, 2019

Co-creation means letting your customers in on the ground floor of innovation and creating new products, services, and customer journeys in sometimes real time with them. Invite customers to participate in innovation sessions around key parts of the journey or invite them to help you build your map from the ground up.

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Alida

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

To keep up with rising consumer and market expectations, an ever increasing number of companies are now prioritizing becoming customer-led. Loyalty program software does something similar, tracking how much people spend with a company. The value of relationships is based on something much deeper. Move beyond transactions .

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Michelli Experience

MARCH 11, 2016

Mobile technology has reached unprecedented levels on innovation. Products like Google Cardboard are revolutionizing virtual reality, and yearly location-based innovations are creating astounding utility. Two: Mobile Loyalty Programs Work. Find out how group texting is assisting the shift to mobile-based loyalty programs.

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West Monroe

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Beauty's Chief Digital Officer, joins the podcast to discuss the ever-evolving customer journey and the balance between customer needs and technology advancement, fostering innovation, and maintaining a seamless physical-digital connection. 20% is your innovation portfolio. Another thing we focus on is offering good loyalty programs.

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Currency Alliance

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

This has come at the cost of innovation, experimentation, and ultimately customer experience. This is tantamount to shrinkage – because as the economy expands to accommodate new services and innovative customer experiences, retail occupies an ever smaller market share. The American economy mirrors this trend [viii].

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Alida

JANUARY 5, 2018

CMOs will turn this [year] into an opportunity to remould their organization to be customer obsessed, prioritizing talent that can conceptualize innovation and growth, and farming execution-oriented specialist work out to partners,” Michael Barnes, Forrester VP and research director, tells CMO. CX goes mobile.

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Currency Alliance

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

It is the most powerful, yet under appreciated module (or tool) in a loyalty marketing stack of software. The loyalty rules engine is the module that enables the types of promotions that are familiar from every major loyalty program. This would not require much of a rules engine – since your program has no variation.

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Chadwick Martin Bailey

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Do you realize now that you do not know enough about your consumer? Some clients have come to us at the Ideate stage, where they need to get creative, think differently, and add consumers to their brainstorming. For a theme park we began at Stage 3 , bringing together consumers and engineers to build out a vision for an updated park.

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Currency Alliance

DECEMBER 21, 2016

The more we can do with our mobiles at the checkout, the more consumers will be sold on using their smartphone to pay. Benefits for consumers will go beyond just paying for things. They’ll be able to integrate their loyalty program, too – collecting loyalty currency and using coupons. With skepticism.

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