I like to shop, and I think I am really good at it. I have the ability to make wise and efficient purchasing decisions when shopping. This may include having a keen eye for identifying high-quality items, knowing how to find the best deals and bargains, calculating my cost per use, and being able to […]
Posts Tagged ‘Retail’
With Unified Commerce, Customers Are No Longer Just Numbers at Home Depot
Not long ago, requesting reviews for online purchases was one of your only options for getting feedback on products and services. Products purchased in-store were often reduced to an item on a receipt, and the only review a retailer received was if the customer needed to return the item. Now, big box stores like Home […]
Reduce Returns and Improve the Buyer Journey with AI Technology for Retail
Retailers have come under fire for lack of diversity in models, unattainable sizing and style expectations, and unsatisfactory in-store experiences. It’s not hard to understand why. Walking into a store and trying on clothing can be intimidating for anyone, but it’s also not ideal to guess sizing and hope for the best while online shopping. […]
Commerce Strategist Shares CX Experiences on CMSWire Podcast
Customer experience (CX) is vital to the success of any business, and Perficient’s Lead Commerce Strategist Justin Racine joined CX expert Nichole Devolites on CMSWire’s CX Decoded podcast to share real-life examples of customer experience, from having to buy a gold velvet jacket twice to cancelling cable via AI chatbot. What You’ll Learn from the […]
Omnichannel Retailing Hasn’t Fixed the Divide: It’s Time for Unified Commerce
Omnichannel is critical, but it can only help so much Presenting the customer with a sleek and functional experience for online shopping is a top priority for leading retailers, making omnichannel retailing a key strategy in the industry. Omnichannel retail ensures a brand presents consistently across all customer-facing channels. However, omnichannel retailing alone has not […]
Know Your Customer, Grow Your Business: The Significance of Customer Strategy and Segmentation in Retail
Despite surviving both the Great Depression and the Great Recession, not even enduring luxury retail giant Nieman Marcus could escape COVID-19’s interruption of indoor shopping. When Neiman Marcus emerged from bankruptcy after a tumultuous 2020, the company smartly pivoted towards a new plan for targeting consumers. The 115-year-old luxury retailer would laser-focus on their most […]
From Static to Dynamic: The Shift Towards Contextual Commerce in Retail
Every year, new technology and trends emerge in the e-commerce industry. Chatbots, AI, and customer experience have all been hailed as game changers in recent years, with retailers keen to adopt them to improve their digital capabilities. Still, consumers face: Multiple navigation steps Too many products to browse Lengthier checkout process etc. However, what if […]
Elevating the In-Store Experience Through Order Management
Retailers are constantly seeking new ways to meet the ever-growing demands of their customers. In today’s digital age, customers expect a seamless and convenient shopping experience, whether they purchase online or in the store. With this in mind, it is crucial for retailers to consider the benefits of investing in technology that allows customers to […]
Retail in 2023 Is All About “Breaking Through” – An NRF Preview
Ever been on an airplane? Sure, of course you have. Ever been on a plane taking off with bad weather? I’m sure you have, too. It can be a little unsettling taking off into dark storm clouds, especially because you can’t see where the plane is going. However, regardless of what the weather is like […]
Twilio Flex Retail Starter Pack
Customer Service reps are often the first line of contact for retail customers seeking assistance. Providing your teams with efficient and user-friendly ways to interact with those in need of support is expensive. Off-the-shelf solutions often provide unwanted functionality and are cost-prohibitive. On the other hand, building custom solutions takes too long and is extremely […]
Sarin Nair Uses a Collaborative, Approachable Style with His Clients
The best and brightest people in the industry come to work at Perficient, providing our clients with exceptional end-to-end support and high levels of expertise. Our colleagues recognize the importance of their work, and they take pride in what they do while working alongside their trusted and respected peers. Sarin Nair works on our award-winning […]
Perficient Releases Retail Starter Pack for Twilio Flex
Establishing and executing your customer-first promise can have an extreme impact on the customer experience, retail brand loyalty, and repeat business. However, to remain competitive you must continuously improve productivity, efficiency, and customer satisfaction to achieve long-term goals. Enabling your teams with easy and efficient ways to interact with customers can be expensive. Off-the-shelf solutions […]