Customer Think

MARCH 16, 2023

The retail industry is constantly evolving, and technology has played a significant role in this change. One of the most notable advancements in the retail industry is the use of digital signage.

Retail 117

Retail Technology Technology Customer Relationship 117

Customer Think

MARCH 13, 2024

Retail is evolving with the adoption of generative AI, promising to revolutionize operations from product catalog management to customer support. According to McKinsey, integrating gen AI could unlock an additional $310 billion in value for the retail sector, particularly in optimizing customer interactions.

Retail 75

Retail AI Technology Technology 75

Beyond Philosophy

JULY 7, 2022

It’s about brick-and-mortar retail because, after the pandemic, physical retail is bouncing back as people want a real-life experience after the lockdowns and other events. How can these retailers benefit from the new technologies? Retail is Back, But Different. Knowing All the Pros and Cons Helps.

Retail 160

Retail Artificial Intelligence AI Start-ups 160

Customer Think

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

As 2024 unfolds, the dynamic landscape of retail invites the evolution of how retailers approach customer experience (CX). In order for retailers to earn consumer loyalty during the new year, they must incorporate several strategies into their […]

Retail 68

Retail CX Customer Experience Technology 68

Customer Think

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The future of retail eCommerce businesses is being transformed by technology at breakneck speeds, and you don’t want to be left behind! However, new technologies can come with some serious challenges if your business isn’t ready to adapt to them.

Retail 58

Retail Technology Technology 58

Customer Think

APRIL 2, 2024

In the rapidly evolving retail landscape, customer loyalty has emerged as a crucial factor determining the success and sustainability of businesses. For years, retailers have relied on traditional loyalty systems, offering points or discounts based on purchases to incentivize repeat buying behavior.

Customer Loyalty 57

Customer Loyalty Retail Technology Technology 57

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Before the digital age, customer experience in retail was a completely different world. We’ll cover its importance, provide strategies for improving it, and look at what the future holds for customer experience in retail. Technology, mainly eCommerce , has changed the way people shop. Let’s get started.

Retail 94

Retail Net Promoter Score Customer Experience CX 94

Customer Think

JANUARY 19, 2022

This is what retail innovation will look like in 2022. Funding for retail technology reached a record $29 billion in the first quarter of 2021, as retailers and tech companies sought to […].

Retail 136

Retail Innovation Technology Technology 136

Customer Think

DECEMBER 21, 2023

With new and rapidly evolving technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) continually transforming the retail industry, many businesses are falling behind their competitors because they’re unclear where to start when it comes to integrating it into their operations.

Retail 63

Retail AI Artificial Intelligence CX 63

Customer Think

MARCH 15, 2023

67% of warehouses in a recent survey said they’re considering adopting new technologies to speed up inventory management processes. Is your retail store implementing agile and reliable inventory control? Inventory control isn’t just for operational efficiency – it benefits your product returns and security processes.

Retail 108

Retail Technology Technology 108

Zendesk

APRIL 3, 2023

The world of retail is in a time of change. In the flooded market with almost endless options, many retailers are competing on the quality of their service. This is where retail customer engagement plays a vital role. What is retail customer engagement? Why is customer engagement in retail important?

Retail 98

Retail Social Media Artificial Intelligence Omnichannel 98

Win the Customer

JUNE 13, 2023

AR is revolutionizing the retail landscape by offering customers interactive and immersive experiences that were once unimaginable. In today’s fast-paced digital era, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives.

Retail 52

Retail Technology Technology Gaming 52

Steven Van Belleghem

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The 90% tech experience You may remember that I wrote about the 90% tech experience in one of my former pieces: about technology that’s really cool, but that is not (yet) good enough to create breakthrough evolutions in CX. And that is where my concept of “the Peter Principle of technology” comes in.

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Technology Technology CX Machine Learning 144

Zendesk

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Change is the only constant in the retail service industry. Almost overnight, retailers big and small had to adapt to a whole new way of serving their customers digitally. Below, we unpack key takeaways from the report and explore what retail “Champions” are doing to win in CX, so you can go from a retail Starter to a retail Champion.

Retail 98

Retail CX Non-Profits Omnichannel 98

TeamSupport

APRIL 15, 2021

Hence, leading businesses are focused on using technology to humanize their labels and develop service models to withstand this ever-changing business environment. Marketing and Technology. Technology is making an increasingly significant contribution to customer service. High Touch Technology. Phygital’ Retail Space.

Technology 106

Technology Technology Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning 106

Customer Think

APRIL 23, 2024

For retailers with vast global supply chains, managing hundreds of disparate sites from manufacturing, and warehousing, to stores and customer delivery, and having to deal with geo-political and economic issues disrupting the entire chain of events, the prospect of getting an overview of their sustainability impact is, to put it mildly, a challenge. (..)

Retail 52

Retail Manufacturing Technology Technology 52

Customer Think

MARCH 13, 2024

Despite the technology and complexities required to run loyalty programs today, the premise behind them remains fairly simple: keep doing business with us, and we’ll recognize you with rewards, perks or status. This simplicity has spawned millions of programs in retail alone. So how do shoppers choose?

Retail 45

Retail CX Technology Technology 45

SurveySensum

JULY 24, 2023

The retail world is changing at warp speed, and so are customers’ needs and expectations. And to deliver that brands are diving deep into customer feedback and advanced technologies and are focusing on creating personalized experiences, targeted promotions, and even mind-blowing VR and AR shopping experiences.

Retail 52

Retail E-commerce Customer Experience Social Media 52

Customer Think

AUGUST 29, 2021

It’s official – shoppers have shifted their technological preferences regarding how they shop and spend money.

Technology 124

Technology Technology Retail 124

Fonolo

APRIL 6, 2021

Every time a customer interacts with one of your sales associates or call center agents, the outcome will impact how shoppers perceive your retail brand. shoppopdisplays #CustomerService #Retail Click To Tweet. Call-back technology is one of the best ways to tackle call queues and hold times. Master the “FAB” Formula.

Retail 126

Retail Customer Service Sales Contact Center 126

Customer Think

APRIL 21, 2023

Introduction Though the pandemic is over, the retail industry is still contending with serious challenges when it comes to demand. Economic uncertainty and skyrocketing inflation are making consumers more conservative with their finances, as well as more particular about their in-store experience.

Retail 110

Retail Finance Customer Service Technology 110

C3Centricity

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Because retail is in crisis. If retail as we know it is to return to “normal” – and many, including the HBR have already declared this to be near impossible – it is important to understand what is going on in our shoppers’ brains. Retail Store Experiences. We need to better understand shoppers.

Retail 87

Retail Technology Technology Gaming 87

Beyond Philosophy

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

Retail is Broken: This is the Solution. Some might say that retail is dead, another victim of COVID-19. The pandemic has hastened changes to physical and digital retail experiences and customer behavior. Psychological theory underlays much of our behavior in retail experiences. People also use body stimuli in thinking.

Retail 78

Retail Management Consulting Customer Experience CX 78

Lumoa

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Not only are online retailers enjoying massive revenue from their customers (expected to be over $6 trillion in 2022 ), but the platforms themselves are also becoming increasingly sophisticated. Now, technologies such as AI and machine learning are driving highly personalized customer experiences. Incorporate a digital sales agent.

Retail 83

Retail AI Customer Experience E-commerce 83

Taylor Reach Group

JUNE 23, 2021

A major sporting goods retailer is scheduled to launch an outdoors-focused retail brand in 2021, and has retained The Taylor Reach Group, Inc. Even though the retailer is very well-established, this is a new brand and a new system,” says Colin Taylor, CEO and Chief Chaos Officer at TRG. “In About The Taylor Reach Group, Inc.

E-commerce 120

E-commerce Sports Retail Contact Center 120

Fonolo

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Over the last few years, the retail industry has undergone many drastic changes, and therefore, so has the world of the retail contact center. Physical retail locations have experienced mass closures while eCommerce and omni-channel shopping have exploded. That’s where your retail contact center needs to shine.

Retail 87

Retail Customer Service Net Promoter Score Contact Center 87

Aquire

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

As we gear up for a busy holiday season and get ready to fly headlong into 2022, we’ve dug up some retail customer service statistics to help enhance your customer journeys and boost customer experience in the new year. 65 retail customer experience statistics. 65 retail customer experience statistics. Martech Alliance ) .

Retail 98

Retail Customer Service Social Media Net Promoter Score 98

SurveySensum

JULY 10, 2023

This is how Starbucks prioritizes its customers and consistently delivers exceptional retail customer service – showing how by creating a positive customer experience you can foster trust, cultivate customer loyalty , and set your business apart. Before that, What is Customer Service in Retail? If not, then it’s high time.

Retail 52

Retail Customer Service E-commerce Social Media 52

Logicalware

JANUARY 25, 2022

Tech analysts have announced their top technology trends to watch in 2022. A few familiar technology trends will also be making a comeback… Here are five trends you need to know about right now: 1. A few familiar technology trends will also be making a comeback… Here are five trends you need to know about right now: 1.

Technology 98

Technology Technology Customer Service Artificial Intelligence 98

Intercom

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Throughout its history, retail has been punctuated by a great deal of technological advancements, and many have been quick to call each a revolution. In today’s episode, we’ve caught up with Joel to talk about the me-centric revolution and what that means for retail. Consumers never really had much power.

Retail 105

Retail E-commerce Artificial Intelligence Start-ups 105

Taylor Reach Group

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

(TRG) has been retained by one a global retailer that designs, distributes and sells its branded product through worldwide retail locations and digital channels. Taylor Reach will make recommendations and work with the client to design a future state technology roadmap. About The Taylor Reach Group, Inc.

Contact Center 48

Contact Center Retail Technology Technology 48

SurveySensum

JULY 26, 2023

Do you know what’s the biggest problem in retail? Here are seven proven customer retention strategies that top retail brands have mastered to tackle the challenge of customer churn and foster long-lasting loyalty and repeat business. Customer churn. But why is that a big issue?

Customer Retention 52

Customer Retention Retail Social Media E-commerce 52

Zendesk

MARCH 2, 2023

The retail industry is constantly evolving, and businesses and retailers need to stay on top of the latest trends. This year, thousands of retail professionals descended on the Javits Center in New York City for the National Retail Federation’s Big Show.

Retail 52

Retail Net Promoter Score Customer Loyalty Business Administration 52

Zendesk

JULY 30, 2021

Coming out of a pandemic that rocked the retail world, this year’s NRF Converge event focused on dealing with change. The world’s largest retail trade association brought together industry experts who shared their stories and advice for meeting consumers where they are in the new normal.

Retail 98

Retail Omnichannel Sales Customer Service 98

Zendesk

MARCH 25, 2021

This is the first in a series of insights from the National Retail Federation’s Big Show 2021. Read our round-up of retail CX trends for 2021. A 2020 study by the National Retail Federation (NRF) found that 61 percent of respondents think retailers should take a stance on social justice issues.

Retail 98

Retail Social Media Start-ups CX 98

Customer Think

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Marketing personalization has become a key strategy for retailers looking to increase customer engagement and drive sales. By tailoring marketing messages and offers to individual customers, retailers can create more relevant and compelling experiences that will help them stand out in a crowded marketplace.

Retail 71

Retail Sales Technology Technology 71