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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…

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…

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…

Amazon recently launched a fantastic new service they call Buy With Prime. The program extends the benefits of shopping on Prime to online e-commerce retailers…even those not taking part in the Amazon Prime program. Prime members can shop on any website with the Buy with Prime logo. That means fast shipping and secure purchases. They…

In just a few short weeks, the 1440 team is heading to Las Vegas for Shoptalk, one of the best industry events out there. Shoptalk is billing itself as a “retail’s biggest reunion,” and we can’t wait. We’ve all gone a long time without in-person events, and we’re thrilled that our first big event of…

Let’s face it: consumer expectations and behavior have shifted a lot in the past few years. One of the biggest shifts involves the ways consumers interact with brands – and want to interact with them. eCommerce is Growing – with no Signs of Slowing In the midst of the ongoing pandemic, eCommerce sales experienced unprecedented…

The consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry has undergone significant changes in recent years, forcing retailers to adopt novel approaches to enhancing productivity and efficiency. Most notably, CPG organizations are adapting to consumer demands for digital services and moving their operations partially or entirely online. Although the transition to eCommerce has been ongoing for several years,…

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…

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…