Ideally, every shopper who landed on your ecommerce site would find something that perfectly fit their needs, add it to their cart, and complete the transaction. But that’s just not realistic.  If cart abandonment is a challenge for your brand, you’re not alone. It’s an extremely common problem across all brands and industries.  But that…

In today’s fast-paced world, the ability to engage with customers on their terms is paramount for businesses looking to thrive. In fact, 78% of customers will buy from the company that responds to their inquiry first. Now that’s a competitive advantage. Salesforce has introduced powerful tools for Digital Engagement, making it easier than ever for…

Once upon a time, not so long ago, the world felt like a huge place. But thanks to the rise of the internet and the rapid evolution of technology, it’s starting to feel a whole lot smaller. Today, it’s relatively easy for a consumer to buy something from a brand halfway across the world. And…

If you’re a brand with brick-and-mortar locations, your in-store associates are one of your most valuable assets. These folks are experts on the ins and outs of your products and services. And they’re on the front line day in and day out – providing trusted advice, recommendations, and service to your customers. It’s critical to…

In the early days of messaging apps, consumers primarily used them to connect with family and friends. But today, consumers also rely on messaging apps to connect with brands. In fact, for a staggering 66% of adults across the globe, messaging apps are the PREFERRED way of connecting with businesses. Younger consumers are even more…

These days, the vast majority of consumers with smartphones have at least one messaging app. Increasingly, they’re using these apps to connect with brands – whenever and wherever a need arises. In fact, 66% of online adults say messaging is their preferred way of communicating with a business. That number is even higher – 72%…

In the early days of Instagram, the platform was primarily used as a way for individuals to share photos and videos. Today, it plays an important role in the purchase journey of many consumers. In fact, 72% of Instagram users have made a purchase decision based on something they saw on the platform. Of course,…

Consumer behavior and preferences are always changing. That’s nothing new. However, in the last few years, we’ve seen a rapid (and dramatic) shift in the way shoppers browse and buy consumer goods – and how they interact with the brands that make these products. Today’s shoppers have endless information at their fingertips. While in-store shopping…

Historically, there were a few major brands that dominated any given product or service category. If you were in the market for a washing machine, you’d choose between Maytag and Whirlpool. If you needed an oil change, you had your pick of Jiffy Lube or Midas. Those days are long gone. Today, consumers have a…

As a consumer, you probably depend on ratings and reviews to make informed purchase decisions. If so, you’re in good company. According to Bazaarvoice, 89% of consumers consult ratings and reviews before making a purchase. 89% of consumers consult ratings and reviews prior to making a purchase. Source: Bazaarvoice, What’s in a review?  As a…

Chances are, you’re familiar with TikTok. You might even have a TikTok user living under your roof. Maybe that TikTok user is you. That endless stream of short form videos set to catchy music is certainly entertaining. But TikTok also packs some serious business value for brands that do it right. TikTok plays a key…

It’s hard to believe that Dreamforce 2023 was already a month ago. But one thing is for sure: the impact of this year’s amazing event is sure to stick with us for a long time.  1440 at Dreamforce Here at 1440, we’re big fans of Dreamforce. We’ve attended Salesforce’s signature event for years now in…