A Guide to Marketing Technology and CX

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Marketing technology, CX, and Digital Transformation

Prioritizing efficiency and customer loyalty in e-commerce

Prioritizing efficiency and customer loyalty is essential for sustainable growth and success. This is especially true in the e-commerce space, where businesses must constantly adapt to changing customer expectations and market trends. Let's talk about enhancing customer e-commerce engagement while streamlining business operations.
Nov 3, 20243 min read

Authentic storytelling drives audience engagement

Authentic storytelling is about more than just sharing information; it involves creating a connection with the audience through relatable and honest narratives. Harris's transition from traditional documentary filmmaking to brand storytelling exemplifies this shift. Her extensive experience in documentary film, particularly with reputable organizations like HBO and PBS, equipped her with the skills to capture real, unscripted stories. This background allows her to approach brand marketing with a journalistic lens, focusing on the genuine experiences of small business owners. The "Made in America" series is a testament to this approach, showcasing the diverse and compelling stories of entrepreneurs who contribute significantly to the economy.
Nov 2, 20244 min read

MarTech drives positive customer experiences

MarTech, or marketing technology, plays a crucial role in driving positive customer experiences. In today's digital age, businesses must leverage technology to understand their customers, engage with them effectively, and ultimately create a seamless and personalized experience.
Nov 1, 20243 min read

The power of stories to influence the decision making process

Stories have always been a powerful tool for influencing decisions. In the podcast interview with Megan Burns, they discuss the importance of using stories to make a compelling case for change in a business setting. They emphasize the need to move beyond just presenting numbers and data, and to instead use stories to paint a vivid picture of the potential outcomes of different choices.
Oct 31, 20242 min read

The benefits of e-commerce automation

Automation has become an integral part of e-commerce operations, allowing brands and retailers to streamline their processes, improve efficiency, and drive growth in the digital marketplace. One key aspect of automation is the ability to automate repetitive tasks for greater efficiency. By leveraging AI and automation technologies, businesses can save time, reduce errors, and focus on more strategic initiatives.
Oct 30, 20243 min read

Personalized end-to-end retail experience

Personalized end-to-end retail experiences are all about creating seamless and personalized interactions with customers throughout their shopping journey. This approach involves using AI technology to understand customer preferences, recommend products, and enable customers to make purchases directly within the messaging thread or chat interface.
Oct 29, 20243 min read

Driving deeper conversations to drive greater customer loyalty

In the interview, Kristen Heisey, the CEO and president of Everence Federal Credit Union, discusses the importance of having deeper conversations with customers to drive loyalty. She emphasizes the need to go beyond just satisfying customers and instead focus on building relationships and understanding their needs on a deeper level.
Oct 28, 20243 min read

The role of empathy in the patient experience

The importance of empathy in healthcare is highlighted in this interview as a crucial component of patient care. Burnout, emotional exhaustion, a lack of personal accomplishment, and depersonalization in healthcare are affecting the patient experience. This is a result of healthcare providers being overwhelmed with administrative tasks, pressure to increase volume, and feeling short-staffed.
Oct 27, 20242 min read