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

ShepHyken

APRIL 14, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Lessons from the Field: 3 Easy Ways to Customize Customer Experiences & Increase Brand Loyalty by Anand Subbaraj (Fast Company) Personalization encourages customers to both return for more service and recommend that service to others.

Net Promoter Score 72

Net Promoter Score Loyalty Programs Customer Service Ecommerce 72

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

Merkle

JULY 13, 2022

Our Loyalty Barometer Report covers emerging loyalty topics and examines how consumer mindsets are shifting, so brands can ensure their customer strategies are current and relevant.

Loyalty Programs 52

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Report Consumers 52

InMoment XI

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The coming year is no exception, as consumers across the globe plan to make travel a priority, despite ongoing economic uncertainty. According to a recent report, 81% of consumers plan to travel the same amount or more in 2024, compared to 2023. Instead, 71% of consumers expect personalization from the businesses they choose.

Hotels 260

Hotels Guest Experience Travel Chatbots 260

Oracle

MARCH 18, 2021

And for the most avid travelers engaged in airline, credit card, and hotel loyalty programs, 2020 provided extremely limited opportunities to maintain status, earn points, or redeem travel rewards. Travel loyalty reimagined. Travel loyalty programs matter to consumers, and so do their responses to the pandemic.

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Loyalty Programs Travel Loyalty Brands 62

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Before the digital age, customer experience in retail was a completely different world. But the need to deliver an outstanding customer experience hasn’t. According to research, 95% of consumers believe customer experience is the key to brand loyalty. Where and how they take place has changed, of course.

Retail 236

Retail Net Promoter Score Strategy Customer Experience 236

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 .

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Loyalty Programs Loyalty Rewards Programs Gamification 52

Forrester's Customer Insights

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Today, brands leverage loyalty programs to acquire and retain customers, particularly those they lost during the height of the pandemic. But loyalty programs are a symbiotic relationship: Consumers look to programs for better experiences and cost savings, especially in light of the current economic crisis.

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Loyalty Programs Loyalty Consumers Brands 49

InMoment XI

DECEMBER 1, 2021

It’s easy to confuse loyalty marketing programs with customer experience (CX) programs; both seek to drive positive customer relationships and retention. But it’s crucial to define each individually before we parse out how a CX mindset can inform what incentives your business should provide customers.

Loyalty 260

Loyalty Marketing Loyalty Programs Customer relationships 260

Merkle

JULY 13, 2022

Our Loyalty Barometer Report covers emerging loyalty topics and examines how consumer mindsets are shifting, so brands can ensure their customer strategies are current and relevant.

Loyalty Programs 52

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Report Consumers 52

Oracle

APRIL 6, 2021

From the way consumers buy groceries to how they’re rewarded for their loyalty, the impact of shopping for essentials in a pandemic has permanently changed the grocery market. To win and retain customers in the future, grocery retailers must respond to increasing customer expectations around convenience, flexibility, and value.

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Loyalty Programs Retail Loyalty Rewards Programs 71

Customers That Stick

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Building a base of loyal customers can be one of the most effective ways to increase your profitability and optimize your customer acquisition costs, but what does it take to win the favor of Millennials (consumers who are currently between 18 to 34 years old)? Stay on top of your competitor’s programs.

Loyalty Programs 133

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Social Media Study 133

Oracle

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Over the years, the concept of brand loyalty hasn’t changed, but a brand’s approach to customer loyalty and retention has. Customer loyalty is shifting to brands that deliver exceptional customer experiences using more relevant personalization. Maintain communication.

Loyalty Programs 67

Loyalty Programs Retail Loyalty Touchpoint 67

ShepHyken

MARCH 25, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. According to an article in Craving Tech, organizations that have integrated this new technology into their operations saw a 25% boost in customer satisfaction in 2023. I agree that customers are more demanding than ever.

Loyalty Programs 77

Loyalty Programs Hotels Customer Service Hospitality 77

Retently

APRIL 5, 2024

What sets an exceptional retail customer experience apart? Because in a market brimming with choices, the way customers feel about your business can set you apart. A memorable retail customer experience leads to higher satisfaction, repeat business, and word-of-mouth recommendations. Why does this matter so much?

Retail 78

Retail Engagement Strategy Customer Experience 78

Merkle

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Marketers are facing a consumer landscape that is significantly different than the one just two years ago. Today’s inflationary pressures are influencing consumer preferences and expectations in every aspect of the customer experience. Loyalty programs are no exception.

Meeting 93

Meeting Loyalty Loyalty Programs Brands 93

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 Brands 72

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.

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Loyalty Programs B2C B2B Loyalty 66

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Nick Bandy, Chief Marketing Officer at LiveVox , an omnichannel platform that helps brands seamlessly communicate with their customers. He shares how you can align your customer’s journey with their brand expectations. What do customers expect from contact centers? .

Customer Journeys 123

Customer Journeys Brands Sales Contact Center 123

SurveyGizmo

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

COVID killed brand loyalty. Brand loyalty took a nosedive during the pandemic with 75% of consumers trying a new shopping behavior since COVID started. This includes trying new brands, new retailers, and new generics. But the great brand realignment isn’t over. Why Loyalty Matters.

Loyalty 95

Loyalty Brands eBook Loyalty Programs 95

Oracle

APRIL 8, 2021

Welcome to Experience TV, a LIVE show on social channels about the economic revolution we’re living through, the Experience Economy, where brands compete on the quality of their customer experiences. Loyalty programs are more popular than ever. ” LEGO is loyalty-obsessed. I’m not alone!

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Loyalty Programs Loyalty Customer relationships Customer Experience 52

InMoment XI

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In today’s cut-throat market, differentiating your brand is more important than ever. Market Position and Brand Analysis: How do consumers perceive your competitors? Evaluate their branding strategies and messages to identify their market positioning. Competitive analysis offers you this lens.

Analysis 260

Analysis Marketing Competitive Advantage Analytics 260

QuestionPro Audience

JANUARY 3, 2017

qSample conducted a study with its general consumer panel to understand travelers’ spending habits. However, airlines are losing the opportunity to extend loyalty programs through food and beverage services. American Airlines is continuing to elevate the customers’ experience by adding complimentary premium movies and TV shows.

Airlines 150

Airlines Loyalty Brands Industry 150

Forrester's Customer Insights

MARCH 14, 2023

As brands contend with rising media costs, changing consumer behavior, and, for some, lackluster sales results, they continue to invest in consumer loyalty programs and technology solutions to help them engage and retain consumers. But economic uncertainty adds […]

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Loyalty Programs Loyalty Technology B2C 26

Optimove

JUNE 29, 2023

With 88% of respondents showing a strong preference for their favorite brands during the back-to-school season, retailers have a significant opportunity to enhance brand engagement. The survey also reveals that 86% of consumers plan to repeat purchases from the same brands as last year.

Loyalty 52

Loyalty Consumers Survey Loyalty Programs 52

BlueOcean

MAY 13, 2021

Brand loyalty is a reflection of a customer’s commitment to a relationship with a given retailer or service provider. We quickly got used to holding everything and everyone at arm’s length – and for many customers, that included the brands they had once been loyal to. Convenience: First Among Equals.

Loyalty 156

Loyalty Brands Ecommerce Average Handle Time 156

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. To combat this, brands must de-emphasize reliance on these providers and take back their customer relationships.

Brands 52

Brands Loyalty Programs e-support Rewards Programs 52

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 49

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Omni-Channel Brands 49

Beyond Philosophy

JUNE 11, 2015

Without fear of (much) argument, it’s a fair statement that all companies want, and try to generate and achieve, optimum loyalty from their customer base. They should want this because study after study shows the financial rewards of having loyal customers. Customer loyalty programs are especially popular among retailers.

Loyalty Programs 60

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Airlines Retail 60

PK

JANUARY 25, 2019

There are many theories as to why some loyalty programs succeed while others either fail or exist on autopilot without generating ongoing customer engagement. The science behind habitual consumer behavior offers insights that loyalty marketers should leverage when designing and implementing loyalty programs.

Loyalty Programs 53

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Gamification Consumers 53

Oracle

JUNE 10, 2019

If a one-size-fits-all formula of a successful marketing strategy existed, then a loyalty program would be one of the most important variables in it. Customers want to feel special, and loyalty programs give them the sought-after sense of exclusive treatment and engagement. Common types of loyalty programs.

Loyalty Programs 49

Loyalty Programs Loyalty Entertainment Touchpoint 49

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Creating customer personas is an important part of any customer journey mapping exercise or really any customer experience management program. What is a Customer Persona? What is a Customer Persona? A customer persona is a visualization of a representation of your customer.

Customer Journeys 375

Customer Journeys Culture B2B B2C 375

SurveySensum

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

To my surprise, I found numerous positive reviews and recommendations from delighted OnePlus customers. They shared stories of excellent customer service, speedy issue resolutions, and fantastic phone features. Now, imagine a scenario where these satisfied customers didn’t share their positive experiences.

NPS 52

NPS Brands Social Media Net Promoter Score 52

Oracle

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Loyalty, or more aptly referred to as love for the purposes of this article, is a byproduct of exceptional consumer experiences. Yet, earning loyalty – love – is particularly challenging for brands in the face of increased competition and consumer apathy. Tip #3: Communicate the brand purpose.

Loyalty 79

Loyalty Brands Customer Journeys Loyalty Programs 79

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How the ‘Zero Consumer’ is Inspiring Innovative Visual Imagery for Retail Success by Peter McCall (Total Retail) Consumers’ shopping expectations have skyrocketed. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 80

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Retail Loyalty 80

Currency Alliance

MAY 21, 2017

Most consumers belong to many customer loyalty programs, but are not active in a lot of them. So they lose interest in participating, and most of those loyalty cards end up in a drawer rather than the wallet. Fragmentation of customer loyalty programs doesn’t benefit merchants much, either.

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Loyalty Programs Loyalty Airlines Hotels 40