Marketing
April 8, 2021
Consumers flocked to Amazon, which sells millions of products and streams a wealth of content. Image courtesy of Amazon
By Sarah Ramirez
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic and evolving consumer expectations, some brands struggled to offer valuable customer experiences — and consumers did not hesitate to share praise or frustration towards brands online.
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