Tag: Retail

This week in CX: can AI and humans coexist in CX?

Happy Friday! ‘This week in CX’ brings you the latest roundup of industry news.This week, we’re exploring the growing tension in the work-from-home debate, how Gen Z employees are driving the shift toward remote work, and why adding a human touch...

HyperAR brings true indoor navigation for great CX and EX

The laughable quality of interior GPS and mobile reception in some places has left big gaps in indoor navigation. Gaps that even the major map applications struggle to fill. Soon shops, colleges and enterprises can finally show guests or customers...

Ulta Beauty selects Lucky to provide real-time product access to customers

Lucky, an e-commerce analytics company, has announced a partnership with Ulta Beauty, the largest speciality beauty retailer in the United States, to enhance the omnichannel shopping experience for consumers. The collaboration will enable beauty brands to connect their Direct-To-Consumer (DTC)...

This week in CX: digital wallets, Valentine’s Day spending, and more

Happy Friday! ‘This week in CX’ brings you the latest roundup of industry news.This week, we’re exploring the latest shifts in customer experience, from the rise of digital wallets and AI-driven banking to the impact of emerging technologies like deepfakes and...

8×8 introduces Aftersale Assist to reduce retail returns

8×8 is transforming customer service in retail with its new Aftersale Assist solution, which integrates advanced capabilities from the 8×8 Platform for CX, including Contact Center, CPaaS, and Work, to improve the post-sale experience for retailers.January, often dubbed “Returnuary,” typically...

Linnworks and Temu partner to expand global ecommerce opportunities

Linnworks has announced a strategic partnership with Temu to facilitate retailers’ operations and grant them access to millions of potential customers through Temu’s rapidly expanding platform.Since its U.S. launch in September 2022, Temu has quickly become a dominant force in...

This week in CX: AI, work week changes, and new shopping habits

Happy Friday! ‘This week in CX’ brings you the latest roundup of industry news.This week, we’ve been diving into exciting topics like the future of AI in 2025, the potential of a 4-day work week, and US workers’ plans for the...

How business can meet the needs of the vulnerable customer

A recent report highlights that up to 35 million British people remain unknowingly vulnerable, and increasingly reliant on digital channels for support. With many brands building focused personas of their customers, it is easy for the vulnerable to slip through...

Consumers prioritise local retail for trust and convenience

Consumers are increasingly turning to local retailers for the trust, connection, and personalized service they offer—often willing to pay higher prices for the experience. According to data from Locally, 71% of shoppers prefer to buy from local stores, even if...

Forrester predicts Europe’s e-commerce boom: Online sales to surpass €565B by 2029

The shift back to in-store shopping post-pandemic is proving short-lived, as e-commerce in Europe is set for rapid expansion. According to Forrester’s latest forecast, e-commerce sales across the five largest European economies (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the UK) will...