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Strategies for building experiences that are a win-win for brands and customers.
THE 1440 BLOG
Strategies for building experiences that are a win-win for brands and customers.
10 Ways for Companies to Use Salesforce Omni-Channel Engagement on a Mobile Device
By Emily Ritter |
Reading Time: 7 minutes
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…
4 Ways Machine Translation Can Empower Your Customer Care Team
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
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…
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10 Ways for Companies to Use Salesforce Omni-Channel Engagement on a Mobile Device
By Emily Ritter |
Reading Time: 7 minutes
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…
4 Ways Machine Translation Can Empower Your Customer Care Team
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
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…
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Latest Posts
Is UGC the Key to Optimizing Your Digital Shelf?
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 8 minutes
2020 was a year unlike any other. Events and vacations were canceled. Jobs were lost. And people spent a whole lot more time at home. Consumers also spent more money online than ever before. According to eMarketer, worldwide eCommerce sales grew a whopping 27.6% in 2020. Experts predict this growth won’t slow down anytime soon….
The 10 Top Benefits of Live Chat for Businesses
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 7 minutes
Providing great service is essential to winning new customers — and retaining the ones you’ve got. Case in point? According to Salesforce, nearly three-quarters of consumers have made purchase decisions based on their customer service experiences. And 91% indicate that a positive customer service experience improves the likelihood of a repeat purchase. But the channels…
8 Benefits of Customer Service Outsourcing
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
Customer service should never be an afterthought. Instead, winning brands must make it a priority to consistently deliver great service before, during and after the sale. Providing great service pays off. According to Salesforce’s State of the Connected Consumer report, 71% of consumers have made a purchase decision based on the quality of customer service…
8 Ways for Brands to Prep for Amazon Prime Day 2021
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 7 minutes
Amazon Prime Day, one of the most anticipated shopping events of the year, is just a week away. This year’s event will be held June 21-22, a month earlier than usual. So if you’re a brand that sells on Amazon, it’s time to focus on what you can do to make this year’s event a…
The Cookieless World: What You Need to Know About Google and Apple’s Latest Privacy Updates
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
Generic, one-size-fits all service and experience simply won’t cut it for modern consumers. In fact, according to Salesforce’s State of the Connected Customer report, over half of customers expect offers to always be personalized. In order to deliver personalized, relevant experiences to customers, brands must have access to the right data. But while it’s clear…
Questions to Ask When Choosing a Business Language Translation Software
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 5 minutes
The success (or failure) of a global business largely depends on its ability to effectively communicate in any language — both internally and externally. Brands that can communicate with customers across the globe are better equipped to win business and foster loyalty. A report from CSA Research found that 76% of consumers prefer to find…
The Brand’s Guide to Managing Product Questions and Answers
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 8 minutes
By now, we’ve all seen plenty of headlines about the growth of eCommerce traffic and sales in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. But it’s worth reiterating. According to Salesforce’s State of Commerce Report, eCommerce revenue increased 75% year over year in the second quarter of 2020 and 55% in the third quarter. And per…
6 Things You Might Not Know About Customer Q&As
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 8 minutes
Imagine there’s a customer shopping for a pair of shoes in a brick-and-mortar store. She’s able to see the shoes in person — and even try them on. And if she has a question standing in the way of her purchase, she can ask the nearest sales associate for help. Now imagine that same customer…
The Brand’s Guide to App Store Review Management
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 8 minutes
Proactively managing reviews is an important way to protect your online reputation — and strengthen it. And if you’re like many enterprise brands, you’ve got a lot of different types of reviews on your hands. As an example, let’s consider a brand like Adidas. Consumers can write reviews for Adidas products on Adidas.com — as…
How 1440 Saves You Time Throughout the Customer Journey
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 8 minutes
Jeff Bezos, CEO of Amazon, once said “We see our customers as invited guests to a party, and we are the hosts. It’s our job every day to make every important aspect of the customer experience a little bit better.” Jeff may have said this several years ago, but it’s arguably even more true today….
How to Simplify Multi-Channel Review Management in Salesforce
By Emily Ritter |
Reading Time: 3 minutes
When it comes to reviews, you might have a preferred channel (say, reviews posted and managed on your own website). But today’s consumers have choices. They can write and read reviews on a plethora of sites depending on the industry vertical. So while hosting reviews on your own dot com is great—especially as brands push…
Amazon Ratings vs. Amazon Reviews: What’s the Difference?
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
Amazon has steadily grown its market share over the past decade. And the COVID-19 pandemic supercharged that growth. According to Forbes, Amazon’s annual revenue was up 38% in 2020. Of course, there are a number of reasons why a large (and growing) number of shoppers opt to shop on Amazon, including product selection and free,…