THE 1440 BLOG
Strategies for building experiences that are a win-win for brands and customers.
THE 1440 BLOG
Strategies for building experiences that are a win-win for brands and customers.
The Real ROI of Conversational Commerce
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
Winning and retaining customers is no easy feat. Modern consumers have countless options across all product and service categories. And many aren’t afraid to ditch a once-beloved brand when something better comes along. In fact, in the last year alone, nearly three-quarters (71%) of consumers say they’ve switched brands at least once. There are a…
Top 9 Reasons Your Brand Needs Translation for WhatsApp
By 1440, Inc. |
Reading Time: 7 minutes
These days, the vast majority of consumers with smartphones have at least one messaging app. Increasingly, they’re using these apps to connect with brands – whenever and wherever a need arises. In fact, 66% of online adults say messaging is their preferred way of communicating with a business. That number is even higher – 72%…
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The Real ROI of Conversational Commerce
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
Winning and retaining customers is no easy feat. Modern consumers have countless options across all product and service categories. And many aren’t afraid to ditch a once-beloved brand when something better comes along. In fact, in the last year alone, nearly three-quarters (71%) of consumers say they’ve switched brands at least once. There are a…
Top 9 Reasons Your Brand Needs Translation for WhatsApp
By 1440, Inc. |
Reading Time: 7 minutes
These days, the vast majority of consumers with smartphones have at least one messaging app. Increasingly, they’re using these apps to connect with brands – whenever and wherever a need arises. In fact, 66% of online adults say messaging is their preferred way of communicating with a business. That number is even higher – 72%…
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The Real ROI of Conversational Commerce
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
Winning and retaining customers is no easy feat. Modern consumers have countless options across all product and service categories. And many aren’t afraid to ditch a once-beloved brand when something better comes along. In fact, in the last year alone, nearly three-quarters (71%) of consumers say they’ve switched brands at least once. There are a…
How Conversational Commerce Empowers Brands to Drive Customer Acquisition and Retention
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
We’re just going to come out and say it: it’s not an easy time to be a consumer-facing brand. For one, there’s a ton of competition in just about any product or service category. Of course, there are the legacy brands you must contend with. But then there are also the digital-native brands that seem…
How Conversational Commerce is Transforming Industries
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
In today’s world, consumers are always “on.” And there’s plenty of data to back that claim. A report from Asurion found that on average, US consumers check their phones an average of 352 times a day. When a notification comes in, 75% look at it within five minutes. So it’s probably not surprising that consumers…
How (and Why) to Adopt Multilingual Customer Engagement
By Jennifer Jessup |
Reading Time: 5 minutes
You might have a loyal customer base that loves your products. But today’s consumers value experiences as much as they do products. In fact, Salesforce research found that 80% of consumers say that the experiences a brand offers are just as important as its products. And a single bad experience can be enough to scare…
A Business Guide to Multilingual Bots
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
In the past two years, the number of consumer dollars spent online has grown – a lot. And it seems that growth won’t slow down anytime soon. Insider Intelligence predicts eCommerce will grow 16.1% this year – reaching $1.06 trillion. Clearly, consumers are embracing the convenience and safety of online shopping. And when those consumers…
Why Digital Transformation Must be a Top Priority for Brands (and How Salesforce and 1440 Can Help Make it a Reality)
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
In the world of business, the phrase “digital transformation” is one that’s used often. But it’s more than just a buzzword. Instead, digital transformation has become a necessity for any brand expecting to meet the ever-changing of modern shoppers. But what exactly is digital transformation? In this blog, we’ll explore what digital transformation is, why…
Salesforce Guide to Instagram
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 7 minutes
The Role of Instagram in the Purchase Journey – and How Brands Can Start Managing This Key Channel More Effectively These days, there are countless factors that influence a consumer’s behavior throughout the purchase journey. Social media is high on the list – especially as e-commerce continues to grow. Today, there are many different social…
Using Messaging to Re-engage Abandoned Carts
By 1440, Inc. |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
Ideally, every shopper who landed on your ecommerce site would find something that perfectly fit their needs, add it to their cart, and complete the transaction. But that’s just not realistic. If cart abandonment is a challenge for your brand, you’re not alone. It’s an extremely common problem across all brands and industries. But that…
10 Ways for Companies to Use Salesforce Omni-Channel Engagement on a Mobile Device
By 1440, Inc. |
Reading Time: 7 minutes
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…
4 Ways Machine Translation Can Empower Your Customer Care Team
By 1440, Inc. |
Reading Time: 6 minutes
Once upon a time, not so long ago, the world felt like a huge place. But thanks to the rise of the internet and the rapid evolution of technology, it’s starting to feel a whole lot smaller. Today, it’s relatively easy for a consumer to buy something from a brand halfway across the world. And…
Salesforce Digital Engagement and 1440 Empower In-Store Associates with Mobile Experiences (7 Examples)
By Faith Hinz |
Reading Time: 5 minutes
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…
A Brand’s Guide to the Most Popular Global Messaging Channels
By 1440, Inc. |
Reading Time: 11 minutes
In the early days of messaging apps, consumers primarily used them to connect with family and friends. But today, consumers also rely on messaging apps to connect with brands. In fact, for a staggering 66% of adults across the globe, messaging apps are the PREFERRED way of connecting with businesses. Younger consumers are even more…