Marketing
September 14, 2020
For most consumers, customer service is an important consideration when shopping, second only to price. Image credit: Kustomer
By Sarah Ramirez
As COVID-19 has accelerated companies’ digital transformations, customer experience and service must remain at the forefront of brands’ strategies.
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