Many organizations face questions relative to the strategies they should put in place to thrive in a customer- centric economy and an environment where deep infrastructural changes are being driven by disruptive technologies and the rapid emergence of digital commerce channels.
Faced with these forces,...
Published: Aug 22, 2018
The top driver for change in supply chains is the need to retain customers yet the least important element of a supply chain is the quality of service, according to a 2016 IDC Manufacturing Insights supply chain survey. Looking at priorities through 2017, reducing costs and eliminating waste was the top priority and customer-centricity...
Published: Aug 22, 2018
You know Sitecore as a leading web content and customer experience management solution, but did you know that Sitecore brings unique advantages for organizations that rely upon Microsoft .NET and other Microsoft technologies?
Published: Jul 05, 2014
Leave administration is one of the most challenging aspects of workforce management and an area that continues to become more complicated as leave regulations—and lawsuits—increase. For employers, having to understand and comply with complex federal regulations, such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA),...
Published: May 12, 2013
We’ve come a long way since the days when a content management system (CMS) was simply a way to manage and update the content on your website. Today, a web CMS is just one type of technology you need to consistently deliver an excellent customer experience. While your web CMS is a crucial component, today you must...
Published: May 09, 2014
Take a moment and hark back to the time you’ve had the best ideas of your professional life. Where were you at the time? Taking a walk? Having a discussion with your friend over a pint of beer? Or, better still – in the shower?
The notion that you’re most productive at your job in the office is becoming...
Published: May 11, 2016
With sales of mobile devices surpassing PCs, it’s easy to see why both consumers and producers of mobile media are flocking to it. Smartphones capture consumers’ undivided attention while enabling them to work in “microtime” – grabbing small slices of productivity as they use these devices...
Published: May 12, 2014
The car purchase customer journey is now completely shaped by digital. According to research from analysis firm McKinsey¹ involving US, European, and Chinese consumers, 80% of new car purchases and almost all used car purchases start online. Much as in many other sectors, automotive consumers have a wealth of information...
Published: Jan 20, 2013
Both local and national governments and their agencies have made huge progress in delivering services to their citizens online, saving time and hassle for them. This has also resulted in efficiency savings for governments, reducing reliance on their contact centers and on face-to-face interactions. Many government agencies...
Published: Jan 01, 2015
The consumer goods business is rooted in strong consumer bonds that lead to loyalty and repeat purchases. Habitual buying patterns create lifetime customer opportunities. But does your customer experience drive this kind of customer loyalty?
Published: Nov 10, 2012
As manufacturers strive to keep pace with customer expectations, sellers are faced with understanding a rapidly evolving portfolio of products, product configurations, and new value-added services. How can you optimize the sales side of your manufacturing process for long-term sustainability?
This white paper introduces...
Published: Jan 11, 2016
SugarCRM has leveraged IBM and other strategic partnerships to broaden its omnichannel appeal to enterprises, making Sugar a strong alternative to Salesforce.com, Microsoft, Oracle and SAP.
Download this report to learn how SugarCRM's four-pillar strategy enables businesses to create extraordinary customer experiences....
Published: Jan 28, 2016
Digital marketing is a field that’s constantly evolving and Sitecore is at the forefront of the evolution. One of the ways we keep our fingers on the pulse of global marketing trends is periodically sponsoring independent research into digital marketing trends. This report presents key findings and trends based on...
Published: Jul 17, 2014
While there’s no magic bullet when it comes to the success of your online store, top-performing retailers do have something in common: a growing focus on Experience Optimization.
Retailers use Experience Optimization to gather data about shoppers and then use that information to serve up...
Published: May 11, 2016