Currency Alliance

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

One of the earliest loyalty programs came out of the grocery sector. Broadly speaking, most of the chains’ loyalty efforts have been in proprietary, albeit digitalized versions of the original S&H program: collecting in order to redeem for rewards, some digital couponing, and pushing out offers via a mobile app.

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SurveySensum

AUGUST 1, 2023

Building Lasting Connections: The Power of Customer Loyalty in Retail In today’s fast-paced and crazy competitive retail world, customer loyalty is like the secret sauce for staying ahead of the game. But, let’s be real, building and nurturing customer loyalty in retail isn’t a walk in the park.

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Currency Alliance

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Loyalty trends, as we’ve said in our previous years’ trends articles, are interesting to think about – but they are not necessarily reflective of what your own brand should be focusing on in the next year. This year, a continuing key theme in loyalty will be the ability to drive even greater customer value at lower direct cost.

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Happy or Not

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In the competitive landscape of the restaurant industry, the secret sauce to long-term success that allows you to drive repeat business lies not just in the kitchen but in the hearts of your customers. A program for increasing customer loyalty should feel like a secret club, a reward for being part of your culinary community.

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Currency Alliance

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Loyalty partnerships with complementary brands are the best way to create additional value, for customers and for your business. Depending on the maturity of your loyalty program, you may already have some program partners, or be a partner in somebody else’s program. The value can be immediate.

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Currency Alliance

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Until a few years ago, brands would have reacted to an uncertain economy by cutting services that deliver customer value. Some brands will do this in 2023, but actually, the loyalty & marketing industries have learned from recent experience that this costs you money in the long run.

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Magellan Solutions

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Have you heard that 81% of buyers say that experiencing good customer service increases their likelihood of making a repeat purchase ? Exceptional customer service is a guiding light, capturing attention amidst many options. The goal is for customers to see your business as excellent and become passionate advocates.

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Grade.us

MAY 9, 2017

Loyalty deserves to be rewarded. Especially when that loyalty is what keeps a business afloat. There are plenty of ways to offer value to customers beyond the sale of products or services, but one of the most popular methods that business owners use is the loyalty program. Win-win situation.

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Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Flexibility around loyalty redemptions is crucial to creating meaningful value for every customer. Rewards that are interesting for less-frequent customers, as well as to frequent customers, motivate every customer to engage more, and increase the share of wallet that they allocate to your brand.

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Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Flexibility around loyalty redemptions is crucial to creating meaningful value for every customer. Rewards that are interesting for less-frequent customers, as well as to frequent customers, motivate every customer to engage more, and increase the share of wallet that they allocate to your brand.

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BirdEye

JULY 5, 2023

Relationship marketing is the strategy of cultivating meaningful relationships with customers to ensure long-term satisfaction and brand loyalty. This strategy uses online and offline communication channels for your business to build stronger relationships with your customer base.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 3, 2021

Even if you are selling heavily discounted products, your customers will still expect value for money. So, quality control is a must in ecommerce if you want to generate customer loyalty. Customers who are pleasantly surprised by what they receive will probably come back for more. Let Customers Know You Listen.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Collect customer data: Collect data on your customers such as their purchase history, preferences, and behavior across different channels. Use customer segmentation: Segment your customers based on their demographics, behavior, and preferences. Personalize these programs based on customer behavior and preferences.

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CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

In a hyper-connected world, social media can be a key component of your customer experience strategy. Here are ten things you can do to help provide great customer service on social media. This is a great way for you to build your customer base, which will allow you to create more targeted marketing campaigns in the future.

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Retently

MAY 9, 2024

This article takes a look at the seven deadly sins of B2B customer retention that you’ll want to avoid and the relevant solutions you may want to consider. Personalizing customer interactions, offering exceptional customer support, and proactively addressing concerns are key components that boost customer retention and trust in B2B markets.

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Currency Alliance

APRIL 10, 2021

If a new CEO replaced you tomorrow, and had no previous connection to the current loyalty program, what changes do you think she would make? As CEO, the time you can dedicate to your loyalty program is probably close to zero. It’s not unusual for the very best programs to comprise 15%-30% of a business’s enterprise value.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 30, 2024

Achieving a 360-degree customer view involves integrating various data sources and technologies to create a comprehensive profile of each customer. Here are some key technologies and practices that can help achieve a 360-degree customer view: 1.

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Currency Alliance

DECEMBER 17, 2019

This is the blog version of our Loyalty Strategy Guide 2020. For a more engaging read, click here to Currency Alliance Loyalty Strategy Guide 2020. There was a mix of good and bad, for loyalty in 2019. The widespread devaluation of loyalty currencies during the past few years brings this into sharp focus.

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Currency Alliance

JUNE 16, 2020

For most of the last decade, loyalty marketing seemed to be on autopilot for many brands – but the tide is turning. Many of the entrants to this years’ Loyalty Magazine Awards were as adept with data and technology as marketers in many other disciplines. Brilliantly, Voxi has spun this very feature into a loyalty driver.

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Doing CX Right

AUGUST 23, 2020

ShoppingGives asked 21 Customer Experience experts about proven ways to create brand loyalty, especially during an increasingly competitive eCommerce space. Experts agree that it can be challenging to engage your customers with your brand. It is even harder to build consistent loyalty throughout your customer base.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 22, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How do you keep your loyal customers? AI improves field service quality and customer experience by Vala Afshar (ZDNET) Research shows that 80% of high performing field service organizations use artificial intelligence.

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Amity

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

To be specific, it is estimated that customers, who had bought from you 2 times before, convert (make a store purchase) 9 times more often than those who were your first time buyers. On top of all that, the whole process of attracting new customers is 6-7 times more expensive than keeping the old ones.

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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.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2023

Imagine a scenario where a coffee shop actively engages with its customers through personalized loyalty programs, social media interactions, and timely promotions. So, let’s explore these customer engagement ideas and discover how they can help you boost your business to new heights.

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Method:CRM

JULY 11, 2022

Great customer experience is key to fostering customer loyalty. If customers have a pleasant experience with your company, they’ll be more likely to come back for more business and recommend your goods or services to others. But how do you plan for and execute effective customer experience improvement?

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SurveySensum

JULY 26, 2023

It’s like a game of “now you see them, now you don’t” with customers jumping ship to competitors in the blink of an eye if they don’t feel valued and satisfied. It is far more expensive to acquire new customers than to retain existing ones and brands understand that. But why is that a big issue?

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Currency Alliance

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Escalating competition across sectors – not a purported “death of loyalty” – is making loyalty harder earned. As a result, major loyalty trends for 2019 will see a wave of innovation as established brands trial new ways to retain share of mind. Loyalty marketing breaking ground in new sectors. Smarter budgeting.

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GetFeedback

DECEMBER 21, 2018

One in three customers will pay more to receive a higher level of service. 66% of adults feel that valuing their time is the most important thing a company can do to provide them with good online customer experience. online adults shop more with retailers that offer consistent customer service both online and offline.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Taking this into account, it is almost always more profitable to retain existing customers versus acquiring new customers. There are high-, mid- and low-value customers. In your customer base, there are fewer high-value customers and losing them could drastically, negatively impact your business profits.

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ProProfs Chat

MAY 13, 2020

What is Personalized Customer Service. Marketers and customer support experts are always talking about the increasing role of personalization in customer service. But what is personalized customer service? The Importance of Offering Customer Service With a ‘Personal Touch’.

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TechSee

JANUARY 7, 2020

With the telecommunications industry at saturation point, and with services largely commoditized, providers suffer from exceptionally high rates of churn. 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. Advanced technologies.

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SurveySparrow

DECEMBER 15, 2019

With thousands of articles written on good customer service, anyone would assume that modern-day customers ask for the moon. Your customers, no matter what their account size is, will be more than happy if the product/service they purchased from you is in line with their expectations. It is so not true.

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SurveySensum

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

This shows the high cost of customer acquisition and how, at times, businesses fail to recoup their initial investment. In contrast, Company B chose to focus on retaining its existing customer base by introducing loyalty programs. How to Calculate Customer Retention Rate?

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SurveySparrow

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

This not only helps in retaining customers but also turns them into advocates for your brand. Moreover, responsive customer support ensures that customers have a positive experience whenever they need assistance, further cementing their loyalty. This consistent engagement keeps your brand on customers’ minds.

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BirdEye

AUGUST 24, 2023

By tailoring customer marketing messages that resonate with customers’ unique preferences, companies can unlock a powerful avenue for sustainable growth. Read further to know the key customer marketing strategies you need to improve your business’s experience, retention, and loyalty. Watch the Free Demo Now.

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ProProfs Chat

MAY 13, 2020

What is Personalized Customer Service. Marketers and customer support experts are always talking about the increasing role of personalization in customer service. But what is personalized customer service? The Importance of Offering Customer Service With a ‘Personal Touch’.

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Currency Alliance

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

In December 2018, we published what we consider will be the Top 10 Trends in loyalty marketing during 2019. Businesses, their markets, and customer behavior have evolved dramatically in the past 10 years, yet most loyalty programs have only made incremental changes (in some cases to the detriment of customers).

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