Currency Alliance

MAY 20, 2024

Back in 2017, when interchange fees were slashed by the European Union, most banks’ response was to simply to give up on their loyalty program; this was lazy and a huge strategic mistake. Every bank needs a loyalty strategy – even if they don’t have a points-based loyalty program.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2022

We explore these questions and offer some tips on how to improve your customer journey. . What do customers expect from contact centers? . In order to provide an excellent customer experience, it’s important that your customer journey is aligned with customer expectations. The takeaway?

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Retently

MAY 9, 2024

When these businesses finally turn their attention to customer retention, it often takes a backseat to chasing new leads. Keeping your existing customers happy should be at the heart of your growth strategy – not an afterthought. Why is B2B Customer Retention Important? Customers are not static.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 25, 2022

Top 10 Signs Your Loyalty Program Needs Rehab by Dan Jurek. CustomerThink) Customer loyalty best practices constantly evolve. So even if your program previously achieved great results, failing to update it frequently to keep customers engaged may mean you lose money, opportunities, or both.

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SurveySparrow

JULY 23, 2023

From the first interaction on social media to the final purchase on a desktop, the Omnichannel experience provides the continuity that today’s customers crave. The Rise of the Chatbots: 24/7 Engagement With customer expectations soaring, businesses are scrambling to deliver top-notch service around the clock1.

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Strativity

APRIL 27, 2023

This article was written by James Lanyon, EVP, Strategy & Innovation ( james.lanyon@materialplus.io ) , and Sean Eidson, VP, Strategy & Innovation ( sean.eidson@materialplus.io ) at Material. Delivery is an often-repeated rationale for deferring some or most of the customer engagement responsibility to third-party services.

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Currency Alliance

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Having benchmarked and talked to hundreds of loyalty programs in the past few months, what we think program leaders ought to be doing during the next 3-6 months is preparing a plan to realign their loyalty program design with the broader business strategy and core value propositions. A little more context.

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ClearAction

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

CX annuities is a phrase I coined to represent massive savings and impressive gains available through a different approach to management of customer, partner, and employee experience. This is true for customer experience, employee experience, and partner experience management. Lost ROI on customer acquisition cost.

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SurveySensum

JANUARY 18, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore seven innovative ways to supercharge your marketing strategy using SMS automation and enhance customer experience. For example, a fitness app could automatically send an SMS confirmation and reminder for a user’s booked workout class: “Hi [Customer Name]!

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SmartMessage Blog

JULY 13, 2023

Every brand dreams of loyal customers. Building customer loyalty is essential for growth. Companies build strategies and heavily invest to maintain a solid customer base in today’s fiercely competitive business world. According to expressanalytics, customer retention costs up to 6 times less than acquisition.

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Currency Alliance

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Several years ago, the idea of customer engagement was much simpler. Merchants could interact with customers in-store or could send them marketing materials via post and email. While the customer is on the train on their way to work, while they are waiting in line for a coffee, or while they lie in bed before they go to sleep.

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ProProfs Chat

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

But trust me, factors like: Product quality, Awesome support, Marketing reach, Efforts to engage customers, . Efforts to retain customers, help you formulate effective loyalty programs that your customers enjoy being a part of. Benefits of Improving Customer Loyalty. Mobile Customer Loyalty.

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Retently

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Are you wondering which channels are effectively leading customers to your business? surveys are critical tools for uncovering this information, directly influencing your marketing strategy and budget allocation. By pinpointing where your customers come from, you can streamline your efforts, enhance engagement, and grow your business.

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NobelBiz

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Enhance your customer strategy with insights from Brad Cleveland, a global authority on customer strategy and management, in this captivating podcast episode: Beyond Transactional: Taking Customer Service to the Next Level. Learn more about the real-time monitoring capabilities of NobelBiz OMNI+ here.

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West Monroe

JANUARY 1, 2024

We often talk about connecting physical and digital experiences on the This Is Digital podcast, but what about creating experiences over longer periods of time to connect with your customers when they’re not necessarily thinking about—or needing—you?

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CX University

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Customer satisfaction describes how happy customers are, after using a specific product or service. Satisfaction can then be broken down into perceived value – how customers expect to benefit from using that product or service versus what they actually experience, post-purchase.

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SurveySparrow

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

In this blog, we will look into the four major stages of a product life cycle, its benefits, and strategies to use it to your advantage! Successful products in this phase use innovative marketing strategies, captivating packaging, and unique selling propositions to capture the attention of early adopters. What is the Product Lifecycle?

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Currency Alliance

DECEMBER 7, 2021

But make no mistake; failing in the medium-to-long term on these Loyalty Imperatives will put your customer relationships at risk and ultimately damage your brand. The Loyalty Imperatives answer that question. Customer centricity implies that you build solutions around customer needs.

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SurveySensum

JULY 27, 2023

That’s also the power of understanding customer feedback and data. According to Salesforce’s third edition of the State of the Connected Consumer Report , 64% of customers expect tailored experiences based on their preferences. The NikePlus loyalty program is a key pillar in delivering personalized experiences.

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NobelBiz

JULY 25, 2023

Interaction Analytics often termed the keystone of customer engagement strategies, provides businesses with a profound look into customer behaviors, preferences, and patterns when engaging with products or services.

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SurveySparrow

AUGUST 14, 2023

Good Customer Experience (CX) is the gold standard of customer interactions. It is when a company consistently meets or exceeds customer expectations at every stage of the customer journey. In a good CX scenario, customers feel valued, understood, and appreciated. So, how do good and bad CX differ?

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SurveySensum

JANUARY 26, 2024

The Foundation: Awareness Stage The awareness stage serves as the foundation, marking the initial encounter between a potential customer and your brand. Understanding how customers become aware of your brand, products, and services is crucial for laying a solid groundwork for their journey.

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ClearAction

JANUARY 4, 2020

CEO’s Guide to Growth through Customer Experience Engagement Lynn Hunsaker. Customer experience engagement is a growth strategy. It’s the aim of Net Promoter Score®, CRM, loyalty programs, experiential marketing and so forth — rallying customers toward purchase volume, referrals and long-term relationships.

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Currency Alliance

JUNE 19, 2019

This was my second year on the judging panel at the Loyalty Magazine Awards. Really, for those relatively few brands achieving impressive levels of customer engagement, it’s breath-taking how fast the industry has progressed in such a short time.

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Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Because each customer segment will respond differently to available loyalty incentives, tailoring the customer experience by segment across channels is essential to maximize ROI. Millions of longstanding loyalty programs are testament to the fact that loyalty marketing can be optimized for the benefit of all stakeholders.

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Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

It allows us to keep customers engaged when business plans fly out the window, due to marketplace calamities, such as the Covid-19 pandemic. This became obvious during the past eight months, as some brands were able to continue meeting customer expectations even if the channel of interaction changed due to self-distancing.

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Currency Alliance

OCTOBER 29, 2019

The following quote baffles my mind: According to IRI Worldwide, 74% of consumers globally choose a store based on its effective loyalty programme.[i]. If 74% of consumers choose a store based on their loyalty program, then why do few loyalty programs have more than 25% of their customers participating?

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SurveySparrow

DECEMBER 15, 2019

Gartner predicts that 89% of companies are expected to compete only on customer service. Why do you need a Good Customer Service Strategy? A study by American Express says that 70% of customers are known to choose a company that delivers good customer service. It is wise to keep your current customers happy.

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Strativity

APRIL 27, 2023

Using that information, our focus is to provide strategies for growth and long-term customer retention while serving as a partner in disruption for challenger brands looking to uncover new growth by reshaping the restaurant category. It’s hard to fault restaurant brands for wanting to cozy up to delivery apps.

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Lumoa

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

B2C Customer Experience B2C Customer Experience refers to how a B2C customer perceives his buying experience and further interactions with your company. Same as with B2B customers, B2C customers expect a consistent and personalized omnichannel experience.

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ReviewTrackers

MAY 8, 2017

CX is also a great competitive differentiator, helping companies respond to and exceed customer expectations, improve satisfaction, drive loyalty, reduce churn, and increase revenue. For more on CX: “ Customer Experience Definition — and How CX Differs from Customer Service”. 20:20 Customer Experience Summit.

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SurveySparrow

DECEMBER 20, 2019

In the simplest of words, we can define relationship marketing as a dimension of marketing that emphasizes fostering long – term customer engagement and loyalty by cultivating a deep-rooted relation with them. Relationship Marketing Strategies. Strategies ought to be flawless when it comes to relationship marketing.

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SurveySensum

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

14 Proven Ways to Improve Customer Satisfaction Let’s take a detailed look at the 14 proven ways on how to improve customer satisfaction. Understand Your Customers’ Expectations Did you know that 66% of customers expect companies to understand their needs?

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SurveySensum

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

14 Proven Ways to Improve Customer Satisfaction Let’s take a detailed look at the 14 proven ways on how to improve customer satisfaction. Understand Your Customers’ Expectations Did you know that 66% of customers expect companies to understand their needs?

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SurveySensum

JULY 19, 2023

By prioritizing personalization, delivering excellent customer service, and meeting evolving customer expectations, brands can forge stronger connections with their customers and gain a competitive edge in the market. Why not ask the brands that are winning at retail customer experience?

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SurveySensum

JULY 21, 2023

That’s why here in this blog we will talk about the top 11 B2B customer retention strategies. These strategies can help you maximize your business’s potential while keeping those valuable customers right where they belong. By doing so, you can nurture lasting relationships and drive customer loyalty.

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Tricia Morris

MAY 31, 2016

Customer expectations are changing, and to be successful, brands’ delivery on customer experience must too. Pombriant notes that McKinsey recommends automation, proactive personalization, contextual interaction and journey innovation as four key pillars to achieve customer loyalty.“

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