Lifecycle Marketing

Retailers Missing Out on Aftermarket Revenue Opportunities
December 11, 2017 at 9:21 am

Retailers have mastered the art of curating a superior customer experience up to the point of purchase, but new research indicates they're missing the mark when it comes to delivering the superior aftermarket experience today’s customer expects and, as importantly, they're missing out on new revenue opportunities. Ikea's recent acquisition of TaskRabbit, a sharing economy…

How to Retain Holiday Customers
October 5, 2017 at 2:44 pm

The holiday shopping season presents a prime opportunity for retailers to acquire new customers.

Transforming Data-Driven Marketing: How to Get Ready for the Digital to Print Revolution
March 29, 2017 at 4:02 pm

A full 88 percent of consumers say they’re more likely to shop with retailers that deliver personalized and connected cross-channel experiences. If you didn’t already know, that stat says it all: Personalization is critical to winning in today’s ultracompetitive online retail environment. Consumers demand that the retailers they purchase from know who they are, what […]

Going Rogue: Rethinking the Amazon Effect
March 3, 2017 at 10:00 am

It’s no secret that Amazon.com is disruption with a capital D — and has been since your neighborhood bookstore disappeared. However, while most of us recognize the pressure Amazon has put on on retailers, not many are focusing on the similar effect it’s having on brands. Companies across the spectrum are finding it increasingly difficult…

Customer Service: Your Best Untapped Sales Resource  
October 10, 2016 at 10:29 am

In the age of the empowered and informed customer, there’s increased attention on how to maximize a brand’s customer experience along the buying journey. But while many improvements are centered on technological changes, there are existing historical silos involving people and information, rather than channels. These disconnects waste important customer-facing resources, hide relevant content and adversely impact the sales cycle.