Currency Alliance

MARCH 28, 2023

The term ‘pay with points’ implies that a customer can burn loyalty points or miles at a point of sale as the method of payment. It also implies that the customer can do this quite easily and freely, across a large proportion of a brand’s inventory, in its primary commerce channels.

Loyalty Programs 52

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Hotels Airlines 52

NetBase

MAY 23, 2019

How does social listening impact customer care in one of the most experiential categories – i.e., Travel & Hospitality? The longer consumers must wait for an answer – particularly when things are going wrong, but not only then – the more likely they will find another brand to do business with in the future. Here are some ways!

Travel 56

Travel Customer Care Hotels Touchpoint 56

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. What really stood out is which brands were pulling off these feats.

Loyalty 52

Loyalty Innovation Travel Loyalty Programs 52

ECXO

JUNE 11, 2023

It’s the foundation for building brand loyalty, adoption and providing customers with an unforgettable, consistent experience. In this article, we want to walk you through 22 essential steps that will help you design an experience that sets your brand apart. How do customers experience your brand – across touchpoints?

B2B 130

B2B B2C Touchpoint Customer Journeys 130

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

APRIL 27, 2021

Consider what customer-centric brands are doing to earn customer loyalty. Travel your customer journey , and look for quick fixes. Every touchpoint in the customer journey is an opportunity to make a lasting impression. Don’t stop with just your industry. Stay in touch with trends and predictions. Step 2: Improve.

Customer Journeys 291

Customer Journeys Customer Experience Culture Sports 291

GetFeedback

JANUARY 12, 2020

In CustomerThink’s recent study of 200+ CX initiatives, 74% agreed: “By 2020, customer experience will overtake price and product as the key brand differentiator.”. Briefly, the argument is that leading CX brands outperform laggards by a lot. What’s behind the improved performance is what some call the “loyalty effect.”

Customer Journeys 221

Customer Journeys How To Touchpoint Airlines 221

Currency Alliance

JANUARY 18, 2021

It’s time for hotel operators to re-evaluate how well their ace in the hole – their loyalty program – is enabling every function of their business to deliver more value. Here are three predictions of how loyalty programs must evolve in hospitality. Yet like many hotels, most hotel loyalty programs are homogenous.

Hospitality 52

Hospitality Loyalty Industry Hotels 52

SurveySensum

JULY 27, 2023

Let’s take inspiration from some renowned brands! Each of these examples shows how these brands have excelled in creating customized product recommendations, personalized email campaigns, memorable in-store experiences, and many more examples! The NikePlus loyalty program is a key pillar in delivering personalized experiences.

Retail 52

Retail Examples Feedback Customer Experience 52

Maru Group

JUNE 5, 2023

It is a crucial touchpoint on the journey providing an opportunity to drive loyalty through the brand experience. We utilized the Maru experience and insights platform to instantly access recent air travelers who have used the airport or airline lounges during their journey. The role of staff is a vital brand touchpoint.

Airlines 52

Airlines Travel Touchpoint Case Study 52

SurveySensum

JANUARY 26, 2024

From the initial interaction to the post-purchase engagement, we will understand each phase, uncovering the touchpoints that shape the customer journey. The Foundation: Awareness Stage The awareness stage serves as the foundation, marking the initial encounter between a potential customer and your brand.

Customer Journeys 52

Customer Journeys Social Media Touchpoint Tips 52

InMoment XI

JANUARY 17, 2024

With today’s travelers raising their expectations while being exposed to a seemingly unlimited number of hospitality solutions, it is critical that operators deliver experiences that reflect the lives of their customers. A memorable and positive guest experience drives customer satisfaction and fosters customer loyalty.

Guest Experience 260

Guest Experience Trends Hospitality Customer Journeys 260

GetFeedback

JANUARY 19, 2020

All done via Expedia, because it gives me one place to handle all travel arrangements, and provides a very nice app to remind me what I booked along with directions, phone numbers, and more. . type question works well when evaluating a relationship or complete experience, but it can be confusing if asked after individual touchpoints.

Customer Journeys 365

Customer Journeys Touchpoint Survey Measurement 365

Currency Alliance

JUNE 11, 2019

Part of the solution is to take on some of the characteristics of a challenger bank – but that space is already crowded with lookalike competitors, and straying too far along this path may create branding problems for a venerable institution. Merchants across retail, travel, utilities, healthcare, etc. in 2017[vii].

Banking 40

Banking Loyalty Consumers Loyalty Programs 40

Currency Alliance

JUNE 11, 2017

Loyalty program announcements so far this year indicate a major sea change. To get customers re-engaged, brands are making it easier to participate in their loyalty programs and are offering enhanced ways to redeem – so customers can make use of even small amounts of points/miles.

Loyalty 52

Loyalty Loyalty Programs Multi-Channel Rewards Programs 52

SurveySensum

JULY 13, 2023

Improving retail customer experience for your brand is not only an expectation from your customers but also a requirement for your business growth. Delivering exceptional customer experiences not only fosters customer loyalty but also generates positive word-of-mouth and drives sustainable growth for your business.

Retail 52

Retail Survey Tools Customer Experience 52

SurveySensum

JULY 13, 2023

Improving retail customer experience for your brand is not only an expectation from your customers but also a requirement for your business growth. Delivering exceptional customer experiences not only fosters customer loyalty but also generates positive word-of-mouth and drives sustainable growth for your business.

Retail 52

Retail Survey Tools Customer Experience 52

Currency Alliance

OCTOBER 11, 2018

The Resolution Foundation, a UK-based research organization, recently published data showing that 11% of the market for “hotels and similar accommodation” was owned by the top 5 brands in the sector in 2016; a drop of three percentage points from 2004[i]. On the contrary, the hotel remains a highly valued experience offering.

Hotels 40

Hotels Hospitality Loyalty Travel 40

SurveySparrow

AUGUST 14, 2023

A place where loyalty knows no bounds, and word-of-mouth spreads like wildfire. But first, did you know that 73% of customers say that a positive customer experience is a key factor influencing their brand loyalty? Positive word-of-mouth travels far and wide, becoming your secret weapon for attracting new customers organically.

Customer Experience 52

Customer Experience Effort Score Social Media Chatbots 52

Currency Alliance

MAY 9, 2017

But getting real value from loyalty programs has become harder and harder. In part this is because the biggest travel loyalty programs are getting watered down and due to the tremendous proliferation of other incompatible loyalty programs. But not anymore. The typical consumer is now a member of lots of programs.

Loyalty Programs 40

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Social Media Consumers 40

SurveySensum

JUNE 13, 2021

Their strategy drills down to fine details as to how the customer would be served at each touchpoint — both online and offline. These strategies are bolstered with specific marketing and customer experience tactics that will drive loyalty and revenue growth. . Here are some such marketing strategies to expand your CX strategy.

Strategy 111

Strategy Marketing Social Media Chatbots 111

SurveySparrow

MARCH 5, 2024

This can be achieved by analyzing metrics such as, Customer Journey Analysis: Enhance customer touchpoints using customer journey charts to identify areas of improvement. Customer Loyalty: Identify how likely customers recommend your brand to their friends and families using NPS gauge charts.

Industry 52

Industry Net Promoter Score Hospitality Healthcare 52

Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

But getting real value from loyalty programs has become harder and harder. In part this is because the biggest travel loyalty programs are getting watered down and due to the tremendous proliferation of other incompatible loyalty programs. But not anymore. The typical consumer is now a member of lots of programs.

Loyalty Programs 40

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Social Media Consumers 40

SurveySparrow

JUNE 21, 2023

Hence, each time you interact with a consumer, you have the chance to establish a long-lasting bond with them and win their loyalty. Therefore, by addressing this issue promptly and implementing automated systems, they improved customer satisfaction and loyalty. Also, demonstrating empathy and understanding fosters trust and loyalty.

Customer Experience 52

Customer Experience e-support Touchpoint Loyalty 52

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

MAY 19, 2020

Understanding the journey from your employees’ perspective helps provide valuable perspective to encourage retention, loyalty, and even more happiness and fulfillment for the people you make your organization run. Understand those key, critical touchpoints. But WHY should they? Click To Tweet. Encourage lifelong learning.

Connections 143

Connections Gamification Employee Experience Touchpoint 143

Kustomer

AUGUST 28, 2023

Welcome to The Kustomer Service Pulse , a new series on the Kustomer blog where we share our point of view on customer service experiences that showcase how companies can create unforgettable moments with their customers, drive impact for their business, and elevate their brands.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Airlines Hotels CRM 52

Maz Iqbal

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

This almost always involves looking at way of reducing customer effort at specific touchpoints e.g. call-centre, or specific customer interactions e.g. when buying something. Take a look at just about any high profile B2C brand. For me, several automotive brands come to mind immediately. What might these paths be?

Travel 107

Travel Case Study Customer Experience Leadership 107

Second to None

JULY 25, 2019

It is the age of the consumer, which leaves the heavy lifting to the brands. Customer effort is a measure of how easy it is for your customer to travel through the customer journey. Yet, there are steps that brands can take to continuously lower their CES. How can your brand improve their experience instead of complicate it?

Innovation 80

Innovation Effort Score Travel Transportation 80

Call Experts

JULY 27, 2023

In fact, 97% of customers report that customer service is a significant factor in their choice of loyalty and brand advocacy. With the growing popularity of online shopping, call centers help businesses deliver personalized assistance, enhance the customer experience, and foster customer loyalty, according to HubSpot.

Call Center 52

Call Center Customer Service e-support Contact Center 52

Quadient

JULY 25, 2022

The customer experience is the sum of all the interactions that a customer has over the life of the relationship with the brand. One of the ways we understand the customer’s experience is through mapping and analyzing the journey through all customer touchpoints. What is Customer Journey Analysis? What do they mean? .

Customer Journeys 52

Customer Journeys Analysis Touchpoint Effort Score 52

SurveySensum

MARCH 17, 2023

Although offline touchpoints continue to be critical in the car buying journey, online touchpoints are playing an increasingly influential role in shaping customer experiences and decisions. Suggested read: Why Customer Experience Is The Real Driver Of Brand Success? After all, that’s what every customer wants, right?

Automotive 52

Automotive Trends Industry Customer Experience 52

Kayako

DECEMBER 20, 2018

It starts with branding. Your customer experience is part of your bigger branding picture. Your brand is what makes you stand out in the marketplace. Ideally, that branding should include your interaction with your customer. That’s what customers expect on each of their touchpoints with your business.

Ecommerce 127

Ecommerce Strategy Customer Experience Omni-Channel 127

SurveySparrow

MARCH 9, 2019

Having a solid brand name amongst customers is one of the biggest dreams of brands around the world and most businesses spend hundreds of thousands of dollars to be on the top of their customer’s minds. The kind of experience a customer has with your brand will be a huge reason for why they want to remain with you or not.

Brands 81

Brands Customer Experience How To Net Promoter Score 81

LoyaltyPlus

OCTOBER 4, 2020

Customer experience and loyalty continue to dominate business considerations across most industries today. At the very least, COVID-19 has temporarily clipped the wings of the industry, so to speak, and at the very best, air travel as it has been experienced to date, will not be the same.

Airlines 52

Airlines Travel Transportation Government 52

Qualtrics

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Listen to how travel and hospitality organizations are reimagining the guest experience. Vaccinations give travelers hope and a sigh of relief to the entire industry but this will take time, and even still hospitality and travel businesses should be aware of the current trends that may affect them: Guests are more safety-conscious .

Guest Experience 49

Guest Experience Trends Tips Hotels 49

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.

Loyalty 59

Loyalty Trends Data Marketing 59

BirdEye

MAY 3, 2023

The right marketing channel: Allows you to reach diverse audiences Is ideal for promoting specific products and services Increases brand visibility Boosts audience engagement Builds online communities with loyal patrons for your brand Every marketing channel has its core demographics; businesses may need more than one to reach their target audience.

Marketing 98

Marketing B2C Social Media Multi-Channel 98

InMoment XI

APRIL 3, 2024

The customer experience—how buyers feel about their collective interactions with a brand—defines and motivates customer action. But where customer experience takes every interaction into account, the digital experience focuses more specifically on those interactions that occur with digital touchpoints.

Customer Expectations 260

Customer Expectations Meeting Customer Experience Touchpoint 260