Picture the scene as a customer: we've made the decision that we're going to buy something and we've added it to the cart, but for whatever reason, we don't follow through with the transaction. Sometimes we forget that we've added items to the cart; other times the phone rings just as we're about to click pay and we forget about it. On other occasions, we see something at the last minute that we don't like the look of that makes us think twice about buying.
In an age of mass marketing, as well as constant TV, internet and email advertising, it’s safe to say that sales periods can be something of an overwhelming experience for consumers around the world. Inundated with information from companies, people could be forgiven for wanting to switch off their phones, radios and televisions and ignore all forms of marketing until the sales period is all over. As an eCommerce owner, you should always be looking to avoid this by diversifying your marketing strategy in a way that suits your customers needs and sensibilities.
Conversational Commerce is a type of eCommerce that focuses on two-way conversations with customers via the use of online chat tools. It's a concept that's actually been around for quite some time, with former Developer Experience Lead at Uber, Chris Messina, describing it as "the intersection of messaging apps and shopping" back in 2015.
The process of refunding or replacing a product is an inherently sensitive situation that can quickly turn into a source of tension or frustration for customers and businesses alike. Let's face it, when we as consumers are looking for a refund or replacement of a product that we’re unsatisfied with, the idea of having to scroll through lengthy pages of information that may or may not be relevant to what we need to know doesn't exactly fill us with joy; nor does the idea of spending extended lengths of time on hold with customer service.
WhatsApp newsletters are messages that can be sent from a brand's WhatsApp business account to a specific audience of customers with information that's relevant to them. You can send people special offers, exclusive discounts, and new product announcements. You can also personalise these offers based on special events like holidays and birthdays, or annual promotions like Valentine's and Easter.
Even the most easy-going among us can get a bit nervous if we don't know what's going on with our order. We've all been there, combing through our emails from the past month searching for payment confirmation, or fretting about whether our product has accidentally been shipped three-quarters of the way around the world to an unknown location, never to be seen again.
Customer feedback is a vital part of any business as an essential point of contact between the buyer and the seller. However, obtaining good quality feedback can have its obstacles, not least because the process of giving and collecting information in the form of traditional customer surveys can often be time-consuming and tedious for consumers and businesses alike.
Boasting an engagement rate of over 70%, the WhatsApp Business Platform has proven itself as an exceptionally valuable channel for building customer relationships. But how do you use this popular channel to your advantage and grow your audience and business? In this article, we will share everything we know about building better customer relationships on WhatsApp.
Many of the solutions that were developed and implemented in 2020 could be consolidated in the present, contributing to the definition and adoption of new digital models of care. In addition to video visits, the care options include mobile phone apps as well as use of chatbots, artificial intelligence (AI)–powered diagnostic tools, voice-interface systems, and mobile sensors such as smart watches, oxygen monitors, or thermometers. But how do you adopt the right technology to have healthy conversations with patients?
This year showed us that something as simple as a grocery delivery service – done well – can become extremely popular with customers. If something works, users appreciate it. After a tough 2022, it’s likely most marketing teams will be asked to do more with less in 2023. It's a challenging environment but, as with all challenges, quick-thinking and clear-headed brands can benefit from a host of martech opportunities, regardless of size or turnover.
The key to providing world-beating customer service is to ensure your team has the time and the bandwidth to deal with every customer’s issue effectively. That means ensuring call volumes are reduced and customers are able to self-serve. That way your team can focus on customers that need their time the most.
Digital transformation can be intimidating. Particularly if you don't have a developer on your team or the ability to code yourself. No code and low code platforms are becoming more and more popular for this very reason. They enable you to take full advantage of the digital revolution without necessarily having all the technical knowledge to create platforms and applications yourself. So let's take a look at low code and no code solutions to find out which is best for your business.
Over 70% of consumers say RCS messaging would make them more likely to want to communicate with a brand. Using RCS for marketing, you can create rich, interactive content that showcases your brand and engages your audience right on their mobile phones.
Chatbots have transformed both customer service operations and customer service experience. They help to reduce costs while harnessing important data insights. Bots enable businesses to scale and streamline support and boost lead generation. Plus, they help busy brands deliver a personalized service no matter what volume of inquiries they are dealing with. Let’s take a look at some AI chatbot use cases for three business sectors
Happy birthday, SMS! This famous channel celebrates its 30th birthday on December 3rd, 2022. From messages between individuals to SMS Marketing, the channel reigns supreme in the world of telecommunications. Let's look at some fun statistics and details you might not know about; 30 years of SMS history, the channel that pioneered mobile messaging as we know it today.
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