Expert Mode: Why Loyalty is Broken—and How AI, Personalization, and Omnichannel Fix It

Loyalty isn’t dead. It’s just been grossly misunderstood. Traditional loyalty programs—built on points, perks, and promo codes—are fading into irrelevance as customers shift their expectations. They no longer reward brands just for consistency or price. Today’s consumers demand more: personalized experiences, seamless interactions across channels, and recognition beyond the checkout page.

#682: Consequential AI and customer loyalty with Raj De Datta, CEO of Bloomreach

Agility requires a complete rethinking of how we approach customer loyalty — not as an afterthought at the end of the funnel, but as a core driver of long-term brand value and experience strategy.

Today, we’re going to talk about the evolution of customer loyalty and what brands need to do to keep up in a time when consumers have more choices, higher expectations, and less patience.

How AI is accelerating personalized customer experiences

Artificial Intelligence (AI) accelerates personalized customer experiences by enabling marketers to analyze vast amounts of data quickly and efficiently. With AI technology, marketers can gain valuable insights into customer preferences, behaviors, and trends, allowing them to create personalized marketing campaigns that resonate with their target audience.

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