Defining the Next Era of Consumer Products: Enable Customers to Experience More with Intelligent Customer Engagement

Read how SAP Customer Experience solutions help consumer products companies achieve rapid transformation and agility across all channels. Learn how they can help you create a consistently great experience at every touch point. Pobierz dokument

SAP Customer ExperienceDefining the Next Era ofConsumer ProductsEngage Customers with IntelligentCustomer Experiences
2 | 19Tableof contents3 Intelligent CX Connects People,Processes, and Data5 SAP Solutions Make Intelligent CXPossible7 See SAP CX Solutions in Action11 Exceed Customer ExpectationsConsistently, Profitably, andSustainably13 Build Customer Relationships thatLast with Meaningful Value14 Boost Customer SatisfactionDuring Every Interaction15 Personalize Direct-to-ConsumerExperiences16 Power Predictive Experienceswith Integrated Datather AcTouoints18 SAP’s Partner Ecosystem:Innovation Partnersfor Consumer Products19 Be Part of the Future of CX
3 | 19Consumers have profound power that can make or break a brand. No matter thecircumstance, they expect to receive delightful and exceptional experiencesand products that meet their needs.Reaching that bar requires the agility to navigate an ever-evolving landscape ofeconomic volatility, resource limitations, and emerging competitors. But first, youmust break down the silos across your business processes, maximizing yourpotential for ongoing growth and profitability.Intelligent CX Connects People, Processes, and DataThe customer experience (CX) has never beenmore important, and next-generation intelligenttechnologies present unparalleled opportunitiesto transform CX.Innovations in consumer products software canhelp you rise to today’s and tomorrow’s challenges(see Figure 1). Think of how fully integrated AI-powered image intelligence could help you rapidlyrespond to consumer demand at physical andvirtual shelves. Or how detailed user data couldaccelerate decisions on product placement,pricing, packaging, and promotion. And what ifyou provided a direct-to-consumer businessmodel that extends the store experience withonline and mobile-first interactions?The obstacles may seem endless, but so are theopportunities. Even as customer expectationsrise and new market entrants continue to disruptthe industry, you have an exceptional chance toshowcase your unique value. The key is using CXas a strategy to make it clear your brand is theright choice – every time.3 | 19
4 | 191.Product searchCustomer receivesadvertisement anddecides to buy the newproduct directly online.Additionally, they decideto buy a product onpromotion in the storeusing the coupon thatthey received after thefirst purchase.2.Direct customer orderfor products onlineCustomer registers for thecommunity to stayinformed on future brandevents and check thedelivery status of theironline purchase.EXPLOREDISCOVERDELIVERRE-ENGAGEUP-SELL SERVEREPEAT ORDERSUP-SELLCROSS-SELL4.QR code and mobile appto learn about productuse and a contestDuring the store visit, thecustomer scans a QR codeplaced in the promotionaldisplay window. Theydownload an applicationexplaining the newproduct and promoting acontest.3.In-store promotion andredemption of couponCustomer visits the closeststore to redeem theircoupon. They receive ane-mail encouraging themto purchase additionalproducts.5.Account managerproduct replenishmentManufacturer’s accountmanager visits the storeand discovers low inventoryof some products on thestore’s shelf.6.B2B customerreorderingTo avoid stockouts, theretailer orders directlyon the B2B customerportal and checksdelivery status inreal time.7.B2C customer requiresservice to checkingredientsCustomer wants to sharethis new product withfriends during a party, butthey are not sure about itscomposition. Worried aboutpotential allergies, theycontact support.8.Feedback collectionAfter the customerpromptly receives theadditional informationthey needed, they receivea survey to evaluate thesupport through theirmobile device.Figure 1: Connecting People, Processes, and Data for Intelligent Customer Experiences Across Touch PointsBUYCX has never been more important, andnext-generation intelligent technologiespresent unparalleled opportunitiesto transform CX.4 | 19
5 | 19SAP Solutions Make Intelligent CX PossibleYour people and teams have most likely madegreat strides in improving your brand’s CX.However, most businesses find their efforts needto be more connected and efficient to reach theirfull potential. SAP CX solutions can help tie yourdigitalization initiatives and CX improvementstogether to increase their impact based onenterprise-wide collaboration and data-drivendecision-making.Together, SAP CX solutions can create one cohesiveexperience for your business and your customersby breaking down silos that separate your opera-tional data from contextual data (see Figure 2).That’s because SAP CX solutions are tailoredto the consumer products industry as well asbeing connected, insightful, and adaptive.Your business is different from its competition,and so are SAP Customer Experience solutions.We’ve designed SAP CX solutions to help youstand out and stay ahead in increasingly satu-rated, commoditized, and disrupted markets.Our solutions empower you to focus on yourbrand’s greatest strengths throughout the customerexperience. You can then learn about yourconsumers and engage them in the moment withpersonalized and relevant channels. You caneven use SAP CX solutions to inspire B2B customersto purchase from your brand and provide out-standing service that inspires ongoing loyalty,repeat purchases, and brand advocacy.Customer data Operational dataPartner ecosystemIntelligent CXSERVICESALESCOMMERCEMARKETINGHUMANCAPITALMANAGEMENTFINANCIALMANAGEMENTENTERPRISERESOURCEPLANNINGSUPPLYCHAINMANAGEMENTBUSINESSNETWORKSPartner ecosystemBusiness AICustomer insightsOperational insightsCus tomer da t a s o l u t i o n sBusinessTechnologyPlatformIndustryusecasesIndust ryusecasesFigure 2: Delivering Intelligent CX by Connecting Experiences to the Value Chain