Omnichannel Approach To Personalization

The need for omnichannel personalization using zero-party data and how it differs from third-party cookies

Omnichannel personalization using zero-party data is a game-changer in today's marketing world. Forget about those creepy third-party cookies that stalk your every move without permission. With zero-party data, customers willingly share their preferences, needs, and interests. 

This precious info helps brands create a personalized experience and level up their omnichannel marketing game. Say goodbye to third-party cookies and hello to a privacy-respecting, user-centric approach to marketing. Keep reading to learn more about the omnichannel strategy. 

How do you use personalization in email & SMS? 

With zero-party data, brands can customize email content or SMS messages to match customers' preferences, needs, and buying behavior. Check out these cool examples of personalization using email and SMS:

• Dynamic content insertion: It lets brands adapt the content based on weather and location, giving each user a unique and relatable experience.
• Behavior-triggered emails: These emails are triggered when customers take certain actions like abandoning carts, browsing history, or being inactive. They take omnichannel ecommerce to the next level by providing timely content that boosts conversions.
• Personalized subject lines: Catch your customer's eye by customizing subject lines to their liking. You can use their name, acknowledge an event, or refer to a recent interaction. It's a fantastic way to increase open rates and click-through rates.
• SMS send timing: Timing is everything! Make sure to hit that sweet spot when sending messages for a successful campaign.
• Feedback request: Want to know what your customers think? It's super important to ask for their feedback after every purchase. Their insights will help you improve your products, customers' experiences, and services.

Personalized reminders: Keep your brand on top of your customers' minds by sending reminders tailored to their interests. It's a great way to stay connected.

Advancing beyond email & SMS

There are other ways to make experiences more personalized beyond just using email and SMS. Social media, for example, is not just about funny cat memes and food pictures anymore. Brands can now customize content based on users' preferences, conduct interactive polls for instant feedback, and show targeted ads that speak directly to individual customers.

Websites and apps are also taking advantage of AI to create dynamic experiences that change in real-time, offering personalized recommendations and unique experiences that are as special as a snowflake in a blizzard. Chatbots and customer support systems have also stepped up the game by providing personalized assistance based on a user's history and preferences, making everyone feel like a VIP. Even physical stores are getting in on the action by integrating online data with in-store experiences, offering personalized discounts and product recommendations that make customers feel like they've walked into a store designed just for them.

Real-world examples

Here are a few examples of brands nailing omnichannel personalization:

• Sephora: Sephora was an early adopter of an omnichannel strategy by providing personalized experiences to each user.
• Spotify: Offers tailored music recommendations based on listening habits.’ 
• Netflix: Customizes show recommendations and artwork display based on each user's preference across different devices.

Enhance your customer engagement 

Omnichannel personalization is a super powerful tool to create an awesome customer experience. Just think about leveraging social media, websites, apps, chatbots, and even physical stores if you have them. Craft personalized messages that speak to customers wherever they are. You can offer personalized discounts or product suggestions based on their history and preferences. 

The whole point is to merge the digital and physical worlds for a seamless, customized user experience. Using these tools can really boost loyalty, engagement, and sales. Your business will totally crush the competition.

Sources

1. What is Omnichannel personalization?
2. Omnichannel Personalization at Scale