Strategic Planning and Management Insights

MAY 31, 2021

Improved customer experience has become necessary for any business. In the global pandemic, positive customer experience became a beacon of light for all companies. With immense economic strains, shutting down of physical shops, and more, a good customer experience digitally became the need of the hour.

Customer Experience 52

Customer Experience Digitalization 52

Desired Path

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

DesiredPath conducted the , Customer Success Benchmark Survey to ask CS leaders how their organizations fared in 2020 and to provide their thoughts on their top focus areas, challenges and opportunities for 2021. Customer Success organizations predominantly stayed the same size (40%). Top Area of Focus for 2021.

Digital Transformation 59

Digital Transformation e-Learning Acquisition Customer Success 59

Zendesk

APRIL 19, 2021

Companies have put customer service at the top of their priority lists for 2021, and with good reason. 77% of customers say they’re more loyal to businesses that offer top-notch service. But what does great customer service look like these days? Have customer expectations changed? &nbsp. &nbsp.

Digitalization 76

Digitalization Prioritization Customer Experience Government 76

Zendesk

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Last year changed consumer behaviors and sped up businesses’ transition into a digital-first world. Stuck at home, consumers increasingly turned to online solutions—think: digital banking, on-demand food and grocery delivery apps, online shopping, telehealth, and more. Businesses had to up their game. Jump to: Financial Services.

Supply Chain 76

Supply Chain Financial Services Healthcare Manufacturing 76

Zendesk

MAY 26, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic also changed customer service for good. What started as a global health crisis became the accelerant in our transition to a truly digital-first world. Customers are more online than ever—and they expect online experiences that are on par with, or better than, in-person experiences.

Interpersonal Skills 105

Interpersonal Skills Customer Experience Media e-Learning 105

Zendesk

AUGUST 10, 2021

But what started as an emergency order quickly became the new way of life, giving rise to a truly digital-first marketplace. In fact, the Zendesk Customer Experience Trends Report found that ecommerce sales increased by 30 percent in 2020. Today’s customers also care about different things than they did pre-pandemic.

Sales 104

Sales Digitalization Media Software 104

Customer Think

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

According to Statista, In 2021, […]. There are so many things to consider when launching your own eCommerce store. Keeping up with the fast-paced world of e-commerce is no easy feat, which is why many businesses fail to thrive in this cut-throat industry.

eCommerce 105

eCommerce Customer Experience Sales Digitalization 105

Desired Path

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

DesiredPath conducted the , Customer Success Benchmark Survey to ask CS leaders how their organizations fared in 2020 and to provide their thoughts on their top focus areas, challenges and opportunities for 2021. Customer Success organizations predominantly stayed the same size (40%). Top Area of Focus for 2021.

Digital Transformation 52

Digital Transformation e-Learning Acquisition Customer Success 52

Desired Path

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

DesiredPath conducted the , Customer Success Benchmark Survey to ask CS leaders how their organizations fared in 2020 and to provide their thoughts on their top focus areas, challenges and opportunities for 2021. Customer Success organizations predominantly stayed the same size (40%). Top Area of Focus for 2021.

Digital Transformation 52

Digital Transformation e-Learning Acquisition Customer Success 52

Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

And I’ve noted the highlights of the sessions by other speakers (How the BD function can be more influential, Rethinking your online strategy, Digital marketing maturity and Best practice for KAM) below. I’ve summarised the key points here as a supplementary learning resource for the delegates. Some automated systems (e.g.

Value Proposition 130

Value Proposition Key Account Management Digitalization Sales 130

SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

If you are reading this article and you work in the B2B space, you have most likely been inundated with buzzwords surrounding Digital and how it is disrupting your industry: Digital strategy, digital transformation, eCommerce, big data, IoT, AI, and.

Digitalization 126

Digitalization eCommerce Digital Transformation B2B 126

Red Star Kim

AUGUST 30, 2022

Customer experience. Digital integration. As you can see from the certificate above – my reflection notes were accepted for my 2021-2022 learning). Digital integration – various journeys into digital marketing developments including Book review: Build your digital marketing strategy by Steve Brennan (kimtasso.com).

Marketing 130

Marketing Digitalization Insurance Communication 130

Zendesk

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Whether you spent it muting and unmuting yourself in meetings on Zoom, or logging your kids into online classrooms, it comes as no surprise that digital interactions have surged to an all-time high according to Zendesk’s Customer Experience Trends 2021 report. Bringing the omnichannel experience to life.

Digitalization 52

Digitalization Customer Experience Communication Remote Working 52

Zendesk

MAY 21, 2021

Customer expectations are evolving quickly, putting pressure on brands to rapidly invest in new technology to better meet changing needs. When surveying 400+ IT leaders: 44% anticipate their budgets specific to CX solutions will increase in 2021. 18% either expect their spend to remain the same or aren’t certain yet.

Digitalization 52

Digitalization Customer Experience Meetings 52

Customer Think

JULY 6, 2021

The digital world has advanced a lot. Unlike a decade ago, today one of the first steps in establishing your business is to create a fully functional and modern website. Your website not only helps you mark your brand’s online presence but also helps you build credibility for your business and strengthens your brand identity. […].

Digitalization 124

Digitalization Customer Experience Marketing 124

Zendesk

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

The rollercoaster of 2020 changed customer experience (CX) for good. The coronavirus pandemic accelerated businesses’ transition to a digital-first world. Companies are rapidly acquiring technologies to adapt to growing customer needs, putting a spotlight on IT leaders to solve new, customer-focused business challenges.

Digitalization 52

Digitalization Decision-making Customer Experience Organization 52

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Businesses moved their entire customer experience and go-to-market online, many for the first time. As digital channels have improved and buyers’ preferences have changed, sales organizations have adopted hybrid models: where more teams are selling both in-person and remotely to meet buyers’ needs. Offices have gone virtual.

Virtual Selling 126

Virtual Selling Shareholders Decision-making Communication 126

Zendesk

AUGUST 10, 2021

But what started as an emergency order quickly became the new way of life, giving rise to a truly digital-first marketplace. In fact, the Zendesk Customer Experience Trends Report found that ecommerce sales increased by 30 percent in 2020. Today’s customers also care about different things than they did pre-pandemic.

Sales 52

Sales Digitalization Media Software 52

Arpedio

OCTOBER 21, 2021

October 21, 2021. How ARPEDIO’s digital solutions can empower your business and create continuous GROWTH. October 21, 2021. How ARPEDIO’s digital solutions can empower your business and create continuous GROWTH. ? It supercharged a pivot to customer-centricity. Back to blog.

Digitalization 52

Digitalization Digital Transformation Account Management B2B 52

Arpedio

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

December 14, 2021. How to help your customer’s navigate shifts in 2022 to stay ahead of the competition by leveraging digital tools? December 14, 2021. How to help your customer’s navigate shifts in 2022 to stay ahead of the competition by leveraging digital tools? ? Back to blog. Bain & Company.

Digitalization 52

Digitalization Account Management B2B Decision-making 52

Zendesk

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Meanwhile, customer support agents are finally being recognized as critical enablers, helping us navigate cancelled flights, delayed shipments, and other emotionally-fraught situations. However, as customer experience futurist Blake Morgan writes in Forbes , the idea has correlaries around the world.

Retail 98

Retail Customer Experience Digitalization Onboarding 98

SmartKarrot

AUGUST 16, 2021

The magic of customer experience has enveloped us with its virtues and values. That is when where forums, workshops, and conferences play a pivotal part in imparting experience as well as education to people. Digital Customer Experience Strategies Summit DX Summit. Date: February 10 – 11, 2021.

Customer Experience 11

Customer Experience B2B Digitalization Innovation 11

SBI Growth

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Organizations have had to drastically reimagine their revenue model since last year to accommodate the new era of digital. Talent Requirements For a Frictionless Customer Experience. However, some companies anticipated this shift much earlier in advance and were able to adapt and scale quicker than their competitors.

Software 101

Software Software Digitalization Customer Experience 101

Arpedio

OCTOBER 21, 2021

October 21, 2021. How can Arpedio’s digital solutions empower your business and create continuous GROWTH? October 21, 2021. How can Arpedio’s digital solutions empower your business and create continuous GROWTH? ? It supercharged a pivot to customer-centricity. Back to blog.

Digitalization 52

Digitalization Digital Transformation Account Management B2B 52

Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 14, 2022

In PwC's 2025 & Beyond: Navigating the Payments Matrix , PwC explored the ongoing transition from cash-based to cashless payment methods, the development of digital economies, and the impact of new payment trends. Digital wallets will account for more than half of all e-commerce payments worldwide by 2024. Image Source. Google Pay.

Banking 123

Banking e-Learning Computers and Electronics Retail 123

SBI Growth

JUNE 3, 2021

Embracing Digitally Enabled Customer Outcomes. Although most organizations are taking on digital transformation work in 2021, all organizations would benefit from transforming their organization to be obsessed with identifying, tracking, and improving customer outcomes.

Digital Transformation 77

Digital Transformation Digitalization Organization Customer Experience 77

Zendesk

DECEMBER 21, 2021

We’re well into the final quarter of 2021, and that means it’s time for the fiscal year to wrap up, year-end statistics to flood in, and 2022 strategizing to begin. It’s 2021: Over 90 percent of consumers research products online before purchasing. Customer experience expectations are skyrocketing as we move out of the pandemic.

Suppliers 98

Suppliers Sales CRM Media 98

Insightly

JUNE 14, 2023

Then, we entered the digital era and it began to explode. Why disruptive marketing is so important today According to AdLock, consumers experience between 6,000 and 10,000 ads per day. Data from 2021 indicates that 84% of US GenZers use social media, compared to 81% of US Millennials, 73% of Gen-Xers and 45% of Baby Boomers.

Marketing 98

Marketing CRM Customer Experience Media 98

Zendesk

JANUARY 17, 2023

Today’s ecommerce market is on fire, evolving at a dizzying pace driven by new technology, capabilities, and customer demand. According to Ecommerce News, turnover from online shopping in Europe grew by 13 percent in 2021. In the earlier days of ecommerce, the only digital storefront a company needed was a website.

eCommerce 52

eCommerce Retail Digital Transformation Digitalization 52

Zendesk

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Digital customer experiences are critical for surviving in a connected world. According to a survey of C-suite executives, more than 70% of CIOs increased investments heading into 2021 to improve customer experience. With a good customer experience, your customers also expect security and privacy.

e-Learning 97

e-Learning Digitalization Finance Retail 97

Zendesk

APRIL 7, 2021

But, adaptable creatures we are, people took to some of the changes made throughout 2020, getting especially comfortable with digital enhancements to the retail experience: like virtual wine tastings to go with an uptick in wine purchases (no judgement) or pantry items from Michelin-starred restaurants. The Great Compression.

Retail 64

Retail eCommerce Digital Transformation Digitalization 64

PandaDoc

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

As digital shoppers use their smartphones and laptops to spend their way to record levels of online sales, consumer preference for digital shopping is rapidly spilling over into the B2B market. Reach More Customers. billion worldwide by 2021, businesses need to be present in the digital space where decisions are being made.

B2B 40

B2B Digitalization eCommerce Supply Chain 40

Zendesk

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

This extraordinary growth in digital channels is linked to the consumer trend of shopping online to buy holiday gifts during the pandemic. This blended consumer experience will continue throughout the holiday season and into the new year, and it brings big opportunities for retailers to create excellent customer experiences across channels.

Retail 98

Retail eCommerce Supply Chain Digitalization 98

Hubspot Sales

JANUARY 5, 2022

Frictionless payments represent the opposite of that frustrating experience: an easy, trouble-free way to buy what you need at any time. Any digital business that takes payments needs to consider the growing expectation of frictionless payments as part of its customer experience. Higher Payment Security. Mobile Apps.

Digitalization 97

Digitalization Retail Customer Experience eCommerce 97

Xant

JUNE 30, 2021

Silicon Slopes, Utah, June 15, 2021—XANT, the leading enterprise Sales Engagement Platform has announced an ongoing strategic partnership agreement with EXL, a leading operations management and analytics company. XANT is a proven innovator when it comes to AI-driven sales platforms. We are thrilled to have EXL join the XANT partner network.

Transportation 81

Transportation Logistics Digital Transformation Insurance 81

Zendesk

APRIL 2, 2021

That’s one reason why the Zendesk Customer Experience Trends Report 2021 segmented survey respondents by generation. We found that although both groups are similar in many ways, Millennials and Gen Zers have some different attitudes toward customer service experiences, brand loyalty, and support channels.

Artificial Intelligence 98

Artificial Intelligence Digitalization Customer Experience Decision-making 98

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In today’s world of digital transformation, customers have come to expect streamlined and easy processes for every interaction they have with a company – and are willing to go elsewhere when those needs aren’t met. It’s limited to customers located in the U.S., NOTE: HubSpot Payments is currently in open beta. with a U.S.

CRM 107

CRM B2C Digital Transformation Customer Experience 107