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 200

Shipping Costs Shipping Shopping Carts Small Business Retail 200

lateshipment

MAY 3, 2021

While it’s no secret that free package shipping does not actually exist and the seller is the one who has to pay for it, international shipping either costs loads of money for a brand, requires lots of workforces, or both. And suddenly, shipping internationally becomes a true headache. Quit Overpaying for Shipping.

Shipping Costs 190

Shipping Costs Shipping Definition eCommerce 190

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 26, 2021

Allowing consumers to customize their orders creates apersonalized retail customer experience and ultimately delights customers as they get to design products that suit their needs. Customization also helps retailers build an emotional connection with their customers through co-creation, and improves customer loyalty.

Customer Experience 312

Customer Experience Technology Customer Fulfillment 312

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

lateshipment

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

In most cases, customers who initiate returns didn’t expect things to go this way in the first place, thus, the key is to NOT make the returns process even more stressful for them. That brings us to today’s customers demanding seamless, hassle-free returns and exchanges, and your efforts to deliver on them to build customer loyalty.

eCommerce 130

eCommerce Customer Loyalty Shipping Costs Improvements 130

Omnisend

JUNE 14, 2021

Depending on what kind of information the store makes available, the customer would also be able to see other information for those sneakers—where the materials were sourced, manufactured, handled, shipped, etc. And…when I go into my meetings it’s like okay…we can get into rabbit holes. The move to “phygital”.

Customer Loyalty 164

Customer Loyalty Customer eCommerce Arts 164

lateshipment

MARCH 3, 2025

Improving Customer Relations Even a single bad return can impact your relationship with customers. On the other hand, an efficient returns process can enhance customer loyalty. This includes customer support, shipping and transport, and processing fees.

Management 130

Management Shipping Costs eCommerce Shipping Labels 130

lateshipment

MARCH 15, 2025

Key Elements of a Positive Post-Purchase Experience Here are the critical elements of a positive purchase experience: Streamlined Order Fulfillment and Delivery Customers appreciate it when you value their time and display sincerity in ensuring their interaction with your e-commerce platform is nothing short or buttery smooth.

Payment Services 130

Payment Services Shipping Costs eCommerce eCommerce Platforms 130

Fabric

MARCH 7, 2024

A positive post-purchase experience is crucial for customer loyalty and retention, brand trust, and positive word-of-mouth. Key points of the post-purchase experience include: Order confirmation and communication : includes updates on order status and shipping. Delivery experience : involves fast and reliable product delivery.

Customer Loyalty 130

Customer Loyalty Customer Merchant Services Shipping Costs 130

lateshipment

MARCH 8, 2025

A business without a return policy might receive dozens of calls and emails each day from customers asking about returns and your customer service staff would have to handle each request individually, determining whether to accept the return, what the refund amount should be, and how the item should be shipped back.

Shipping Costs 130

Shipping Costs Shipping Document Shipping Labels 130

ecomdash

JUNE 6, 2019

Fast shipping is no longer a nice perk, it’s a requirement. Amazon, eBay, and Walmart have all raised the bar when it comes to delivery expectations, but it’s not just your customers who benefit from offering fast shipping. Implementing a fast shipping strategy benefits almost every stage of the customer journey.

Shipping Costs 117

Shipping Costs Shipping Fulfillment Multichannel 117

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 15, 2023

Earle, who talks a mile a minute and with a refreshing candor about not just his successes but his shortcomings, blind spots and missed opportunities, spoke on the topic “Building Brand Hysteria, Customer Loyalty and Memorable Experiences.” Shipping shirts from the U.S. But my $10,000 mistakes often lead to $100,000 ideas.

B2C 320

B2C Customer Loyalty B2B Customer 320

Kissmetrics

AUGUST 6, 2021

Understand the Customer Journey and Optimize Your Customer Experience Accordingly. One of the first steps to designing a customer retention strategy that works is to understand the customer journey. The heart of customer retention lies in meeting or exceeding the expectations your customers have.

Customer Retention 302

Customer Retention Customer Payment Services BigCommerce 302

UpSellIt

DECEMBER 20, 2024

For example, incentives like free shipping can also trigger positive emotional responses , removing the barrier that shipping costs create to further enhance the shopping experience. This behavior highlights the importance of meeting shoppers where they are in their decision-making process.

Shipping Costs 123

Shipping Costs Customer Loyalty Mobile eCommerce 123

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

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Customers’ expectations are rising for the brands they do business with — whether that’s in response to an order delay or a breaking societal issue. The brands that evolve their messaging to nurture trust and authenticity to adapt to these ebbs and flows will be the ones earning and maintaining customer loyalty over time.

Customer Loyalty 318

Customer Loyalty Shipping Costs Technology Supplies 318

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

When customers place ecommerce orders, the last thing they want is an unhappy surprise. Shipping delays and stockouts lead to frustration and disappointment, especially when logistical problems impact time-sensitive purchases, such as special occasion gifts, event tickets or prescription medications.

Shipping Costs 264

Shipping Costs Customer Experience Supplies Improvements 264

lateshipment

MARCH 9, 2020

However, the situation between when a parcel is shipped out and when it is delivered at the doorstep of a customer is radically different. This phase, the post-purchase phase of retail logistics, is when the parcel is handed over to a shipping carrier like UPS, FedEx, or DHL for fulfillment.

Customer 246

Customer Shipping Merchant Services Customer Experience 246

Kissmetrics

APRIL 30, 2021

You can apply MOQ strategies in direct to customer circumstances as well. For example, you can set a minimum spend to qualify for free shipping or product. Other things to take into account include: total time to ship your inventory freight transit times production times other delays that could affect your ability to meet the demand.

Shipping Costs 278

Shipping Costs Shipping eCommerce Definition 278

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

lateshipment

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Combine this with the fact that 40% of an e-commerce platforms revenue comes from repeat customers, and facilitating a positive returns and exchange process that drives customer loyalty becomes more important than ever. Make Your Own Return Rules: Customize your return rules as per your own policy.

Management 130

Management Shipping Costs eCommerce eCommerce Platforms 130

BigCommerce

MAY 1, 2018

Due to the ease of creating and maintaining an ecommerce shop, as well as the rise of micro-brands, today’s market is riddled with cutthroat competition and decreased customer loyalty. This is a native integration so I can see customers’ order data as well.” –– Reamaze Customer Review. Get your free template now.

Payment Services 412

Payment Services Merchant Services Improvements eCommerce 412

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 26, 2023

Retailers can no longer turn a blind eye to the reality that today’s increasingly online shoppers are savvier than ever and quick to make snap judgements about brands for as little as delayed shipping. From order placement to shipping notifications, consumers demand regular updates about their orders or returns.

Fulfillment 240

Fulfillment Operations Shipping Costs Order Fulfillment 240

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 4, 2020

To quickly adapt to this change, retailers can deploy different strategies, such as drop-shipping to get their items direct-to-consumer and take back control over delivery timeframes, ensure transparency throughout the process and still deliver a great customer experience.

Shipping Costs 250

Shipping Costs eCommerce Retail eCommerce Software 250

Smile.io

JANUARY 30, 2024

Loyalty programs are essential for customer retention and a necessary foundation for building customer loyalty in ecommerce. Whether it’s a points program, a simple referral program, or a multi-tiered VIP program, a loyalty program aims to turn one-time customers into repeat customers and build a loyal following.

Customer Loyalty 92

Customer Loyalty Customer Jewelry Social Media 92

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 101

Customer Loyalty eCommerce Customer Merchant Services 101

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 23, 2023

Phygital retail experiences, in which physical elements and technology coexist, offer opportunities to bring customers closer to your brand. Retailers need to make sure their in-store and online spaces can meet those demands. Loyalty must adjust to meet those evolving consumer expectations.

Travel 243

Travel Clothing Technology Customer Loyalty 243

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

But first, he spoke with Retail TouchPoints to offer a glimpse into his entrepreneurial mind, including his lessons on driving customer loyalty through innovative physical experiences. Earle is passionate about meeting with brand fans and customers in real life. We even have a secret menu in the store.”.

Retail 277

Retail Social Media Customer Loyalty Travel 277

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 3, 2024

By shortening the returns cycle, retail leaders can keep their inventory fresh and appealing, encouraging repeat business and customer loyalty. A proactive approach can help transform the returns process from a logistical challenge into a strategic advantage, aligning with the evolving needs of both the business and its customers.

Retail 278

Retail Shipping Costs Improvements Customer Experience 278

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 68

Customer Loyalty Customer Beauty and Health Food and Beverages 68

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2024

So when these two approaches come together without consideration, it creates a confused “brand world” that satisfies no one, negates the benefits of each and erodes customer loyalty. This is especially important as customers increasingly take a values-centered approach to their purchasing decisions. Communicate shared values.

Social Media 278

Social Media Retail Shipping Costs Customer Loyalty 278

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Like grocers, other retailers are dealing with more waste streams that can be uniquely processed and may require specific handling to meet compliance requirements. By evaluating waste patterns, retailers can uncover opportunities to process their waste in ways that are more efficient and lead to greater landfill diversion.

Retail 278

Retail Shipping Costs Operations Management 278

BigCommerce

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

For example, use a scheduling tool like Calendar or Mixmax to organize meetings. Let’s say that you are a solopreneur that has to handle emails from customers, packaging and shipping products, and marketing via your social media networks. Schedule shipping pickups. Customer loyalty is driven by engaging storytelling.

Social Media 374

Social Media BigCommerce Blog Shipping Costs 374

Mi9

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The Benefits of a Mobile POS for Retail Stores In the fast-evolving retail environment, where customer expectations continue to rise, delivering quick, personalized service is no longer optional; it’s essential for business growth and customer retention.

Payment Services 52

Payment Services POS Mobile Shipping Costs 52

lateshipment

MARCH 28, 2025

Then there are cases where items aren’t coming back from customers at allthink unsold inventory getting shipped back to suppliers. Because customers expect easy, no-hassle returns. If you fail to meet this expectation, you risk losing future sales. Any holdup in even one of these can cost you your customers.

Definition 130

Definition Shipping Costs eCommerce Management 130

Fabric Blog

MARCH 21, 2025

In today’s retail world, customers expect convenience and a hassle-free experience. To meet those expectations, businesses must create seamless shopping experiences across every demand channel. It ensures the right products are shipped to the right customers at the right time.

Order Fulfillment 52

Order Fulfillment Fulfillment Omnichannel Shipping Costs 52

Optimizely

MARCH 13, 2019

How customer loyalty drives their business every day. What about customer loyalty ? I think customer loyalty is something every company struggles with. We are very fortunate that 67% of our online traffic last year was returning customers. Is it free shipping? and much more.

Marketing 170

Marketing Customer Loyalty Events Apparel 170