lateshipment

MARCH 13, 2020

With companies like Amazon, Walmart, and eBay rewriting the eCommerce playbook from a “delivery speed” and “customer experience” standpoint, your brand needs to exceed customer expectations to stand out among your competition. The Post-Purchase Experience Gap. What is On-Brand Post-Purchase Customer Experience?

Customer Loyalty 242

Customer Loyalty Customer Shipping Costs Shipping 242

lateshipment

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Low prices, fast shipping, and free returns are three must-haves for an online business to make the cut in today’s market. With Amazon rewriting the eCommerce playbook and retailers having followed suit to stay competitive, the focus has now shifted to the quality of delivery experiences. The Post-Purchase Experience Gap.

Customer Experience 260

Customer Experience Management Shipping Costs Customer 260

lateshipment

MARCH 9, 2022

Shipping delays are inevitable even with the most efficient carriers. And when they happen, they tend to drive your customers away. Dealing with shipping delays is no rocket science but first, we’ll bust a few delay-related myths along the way to make it easier for you. Shipping Delays are More Common Than You Think.

Shipping Costs 246

Shipping Costs Shipping eCommerce Customer Retention 246

Smile.io

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Loyal customers are the ones who eagerly await every product release you announce and shout your brand from the rooftops. But what exactly is customer loyalty? We’re going back to basics in this post to learn what customer loyalty is.   Table of Contents  What is customer loyalty?

Customer Loyalty 62

Customer Loyalty Customer Beauty and Health Food and Beverages 62

lateshipment

MAY 6, 2023

What measures do you consciously take to improve your customer’s purchase journey once they’ve hit the buy button? Before we get to the context of things, remember that the post-purchase phase takes up 50% of the overall customer experience.

Customer Experience 130

Customer Experience Customer Shipping Costs eCommerce 130

365 Retail

JUNE 5, 2024

In such a landscape, building strong customer loyalty is a necessity for retail businesses, and one of the most effective tactics they should have in their marketing toolkit is loyalty programs. What is a customer loyalty program? Both brands are incredible case studies when it comes to fostering customer loyalty.

Customer Loyalty 52

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Customer Retention 52

lateshipment

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

You pick it, pack it, and ship it via an expedited service from your shipping partner. As fate would have it, your shipping carrier fails to inform you of it and John, couldn’t make it to his high-school reunion looking dapper in his swanky , new tux. So much for paying your shipping carrier all those dollars.

Customer Experience 233

Customer Experience Customer Shipping Costs Shipping 233

Groove

JANUARY 23, 2019

Personal connections are at the core of every positive customer experience. Here at Groove Commerce, we think of customer experience like an umbrella covers the entire purchase cycle. Underneath it, your website, marketing, shipping and customer service create micro-moments that influence customer sentiment.

Customer Experience 167

Customer Experience Improvements Customer Live Chat 167

lateshipment

APRIL 2, 2021

Every week there’s a new meme trending online – From Bernie Sanders to a ship stuck in the Suez Canal. Let’s not waste any more time and dive right into the eCommerce trends for 2021 and how they can help you improve your online business in terms of sales, CX, and customer loyalty – to thrive in 2021! .

Customer Loyalty 130

Customer Loyalty eCommerce Customer Shipping Costs 130

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 2, 2022

By taking a closer look at thriving brand communities, retailers can learn how to develop ones of their own that drive loyalty and a better customer experience. But it’s important to recognize that customers who visit experiential hubs have different levels of engagement. What thriving brand communities look like.

Customer Loyalty 278

Customer Loyalty Customer Events Consumer 278

RTP blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

By Aaron Roy, Bond Any retailer knows the importance of customer loyalty. According to recent research from EY , almost nine out of 10 retailers believe a loyalty strategy is key to their business success. So, how can retailers tap into their customers’ emotion? It makes sense, too.

Customer Loyalty 150

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Shipping Costs 150

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 8, 2021

The list goes on, but one other barrier to purchasing seems to be a major sticking point for 63% of consumers : shipping costs. The True Cost of Shipping. When NuFACE implemented a free-shipping threshold, the skin care company saw orders increase by 90%. Newcomers to the ecommerce space often see free shipping as unattainable.

Shipping Costs 195

Shipping Costs Shipping Shopping Carts Small Business Retail 195

RetailMinded

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

It’ll explore how packaging influences customer loyalty and discuss some tips for creating a wonderful unboxing experience. How Packaging Influences Customer Loyalty Did you know that product packaging influences customer loyalty in a number of ways? Keep on reading to learn more.

Customer Loyalty 52

Customer Loyalty Customer Recommendation Social Media 52

Smile.io

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

  In this loyalty report, we dig into the growth of ecommerce brands through key indicators such as Smile generated value, customer lifetime value (CLV), repeat customer rate, average order value (AOV), purchase frequency (PF), and loyalty ROI. allows you to embed custom loyalty content throughout your website.

Customer Loyalty 92

Customer Loyalty eCommerce Customer Merchant Services 92

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 31, 2024

In mid-September, Etsy will launch a closed beta test of Etsy Insider, the marketplace’s new buyer loyalty program. domestic shipping on many items, first access to special discounts and merchandise and a limited-edition annual gift designed by an Etsy seller. Select U.S.

Shipping Costs 289

Shipping Costs Customer Loyalty Gifts Shipping 289

Kissmetrics

MARCH 22, 2018

Stitch Labs is a purpose-built inventory management software to help brands improve customer experience and scale efficiency. When we talk about the future of retail, industry news is abuzz with the idea of brands creating experiences for their customers. Using Data To Improve Customer Experience.

Customer Experience 279

Customer Experience Customer Shipping Costs Gifts 279

365 Retail

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Personal touches like warm welcomes, complimentary samples, and exclusive birthday discounts contribute to a shopping experience that goes ‘above and beyond.’ ’ However, small retailers should tread carefully; issues like expensive shipping and delayed dispute resolutions can negatively impact customer satisfaction.

Small Business Retail 109

Small Business Retail Shipping Costs Customer Experience Customer 109

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

JUNE 26, 2024

Retailers are no longer just selling products; they are crafting experiences. Creating a seamless retail experience is essential for driving sales and fostering customer loyalty. This blog explores how retailers can navigate this evolving landscape and deliver experiences that keep customers coming back.

Customer Loyalty 52

Customer Loyalty Payment Services Customer eCommerce 52

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

It would fulfill and ship out orders only for them to be reported weeks or months later as fraudulent, ultimately saddling this brand with both the loss of goods and chargeback fees. Tackling issues that affect the overall customer experience is crucial. Gaurav Mittal is the EVP of Ethoca , a Mastercard company.

Shipping Costs 277

Shipping Costs Payment Services Banking Retail 277

lateshipment

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

However, offering quality post-purchase experiences can be a challenge because this phase is often outsourced to a third-party shipping carrier, who may not share your sense of urgency or commitment to great customer service. Increase customer loyalty. But that’s just the bare minimum. Drive delight.

Shipping Costs 234

Shipping Costs Shipping Information Customer 234

UpSellIt

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Customer loyalty is more important than ever. Case in point – Apple, one of the most successful brands in history, has an 87% customer retention rate. Research shows that it is 5 times more cost-effective to convert a returning customer than a new one. Focus On Your Customer Experience.

Customer Loyalty 61

Customer Loyalty Shipping Costs Customer Shipping 61

GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why a Hybrid Customer Experience is Essential for Today’s Consumer. As it turns out, based on a 2019 study , many customers actually prefer a hybrid experience over one that is entirely online or in-person. What exactly is a hybrid customer experience? Hybrid Customer Experience Example 1: Carvana.

Customer Experience 139

Customer Experience Customer eCommerce Vend 139

GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why a Hybrid Customer Experience is Essential for Today’s Consumer. As it turns out, based on a 2019 study , many customers actually prefer a hybrid experience over one that is entirely online or in-person. What exactly is a hybrid customer experience? Hybrid Customer Experience Example 1: Carvana.

Customer Experience 139

Customer Experience Customer eCommerce Vend 139

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2023

In today’s challenging business landscape, where profit margins are shrinking, supply chains are slow and uncertain, labor shortages are prevalent and inflation is a concern, it is crucial for retailers and brands to differentiate between understanding customer habits and fostering customer loyalty in order to succeed.

Shipping Costs 262

Shipping Costs Improvements Live Chat Retail 262

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The problems with getting products to people quickly and cheaply are well-known: consumers want fast fulfillment, which is costly to provide, but they don’t want to pay high (or really any) shipping fees. This is both more complex and more top-of-mind due to ESG [environmental, social and governance]; no one likes to ship air.”

Shipping Costs 278

Shipping Costs Fulfillment Shipping Customer Loyalty 278

Smile.io

DECEMBER 14, 2021

It’s time to celebrate the brands that made shopping with them a top-notch experience. It’s time to announce the top customer loyalty programs of the year! Whatare the top customer loyalty programs of the year? This lets customers save points up for a big purchase or use just a few for a little discount.

Customer Loyalty 79

Customer Loyalty Customer Shipping Costs Outdoor 79

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2023

Granted, executive respondents to this survey spanned retail, supermarket, consumer goods, airlines, entertainment and media and even financial services, so these results reflect a broader view of how business leaders are thinking about loyalty. But what’s happening in retail specifically?

Customer Loyalty 264

Customer Loyalty Retail Shipping Costs Financial Services 264

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This not only cuts into profit margins but also risks damaging the brand’s reputation; 46% of porch piracy victims said the experience negatively impacted their relationship with the retailer. Our poll shows that over half of American shoppers would now prefer to use shipping to a local Access Point to avoid the risk of theft.

Fulfillment 274

Fulfillment Shipping Costs Magento Consumer 274

Smile.io

JUNE 1, 2022

Sure, a fantastic product will give you a head start when it comes to loyalty, but it doesn’t guarantee anything. Existing customers vs. new prospects graphic. Image Source: Antevenio Your post purchase customer experience can make a huge difference to your customer retention rate.

Customer Experience 96

Customer Experience Improvements Customer Customer Retention 96

lateshipment

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The impact they bring is catastrophic — wrecking customer experience, straining customer support teams, and ultimately threatening profit margins. Regardless of who the shipping partner is, a leading carrier or a 3PL, some hard truths that you deal with are.

eCommerce 130

eCommerce Shipping Costs Shipping Customer Experience 130

Ecommerce Platforms

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Second, this guide churns out a few examples that could help you kickstart your loyalty scheme. And most of all, a simplified formula to help you measure your loyalty program's overall perfomance. . So let's get started… What’s the point of having a customer loyalty program? . The result? The North Face.

Customer Loyalty 143

Customer Loyalty Customer Merchant Services eCommerce 143

Smile.io

AUGUST 11, 2020

Imagine that you’re a customer who ended up with a product that’s too small, and you want to exchange it for a bigger size. You can’t blame customers for taking their money back instead of going through this tedious and frustrating process. If the end goal is a repeat customer then creating a smooth process should be the priority.

Customer Loyalty 58

Customer Loyalty Customer Shipping Costs Shipping 58

Smile.io

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Loyalty programs are a great way to enhance your customer experience with your brand. In the ecommerce world, you don’t have the chance to make a face-to-face connection with your customer like you would in a traditional retail store. What is the customer loyalty experience? READ THE ARTICLE.

Customer Loyalty 46

Customer Loyalty Customer Customer Experience Social Media 46

365 Retail

MAY 5, 2023

Highlighting the increasing complexity of meeting the demands of consumers who expect to shop seamlessly across multiple touchpoints, respondents working at omnichannel businesses (92%) were more likely those at pure play ecommerce retailers (84%) to think a branded post-purchase tracking solution would improve their customer experience.

Customer Loyalty 52

Customer Loyalty Customer Retail Omnichannel 52

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

For Brands: The Uncharted Gold Mine of Post-Purchase If you’re a brand, consider this: a study once highlighted that while 80% of businesses believe they provide superb customer service, only 8% of customers agree. tickets, offer dynamic discounts to hesitant customers and even nudge satisfied buyers toward referrals.

eCommerce 264

eCommerce Customer Loyalty eCommerce Platforms Shipping Costs 264

ESW

MARCH 20, 2024

The Complexity of Trying to Sell Fragrance Online Offering perfume and fragrances to online customer is complex because these types of products are considered dangerous goods due to their flammability and potential risks during transportation. This categorisation is particularly relevant for air shipping.

Payment Services 78

Payment Services Payments Customer Loyalty Shipping 78

lateshipment

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Thus, e-commerce brands must start prioritizing customer retention over acquisition, as it is the best move to make. Increased customer lifetime value: Shopify found that customers who make repeat purchases have a higher lifetime value compared to one-time customers. Still not convinced? Why, you ask? Here’s why.

eCommerce 130

eCommerce Shipping Costs Customer Shipping 130