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ABOUT THIS EPISODE:
In this episode of the Inside Commerce podcast, James & Paul host a discussion with Emily Mcmorran, Customer Journey Manager for Oh Polly, and Samir Kamnani, Senior Product Manager at Loop, about the evolving landscape of return strategies in ecommerce.
They delve into the shift towards paid returns, the impact on customer perception, and the importance of managing returns as a part of the overall customer experience. The conversation also covers innovative solutions like Offset Returns Coverage, and how brands can leverage returns data to improve their service.
The episode concludes with insights into future trends in returns management and the delicate balance between customer satisfaction and operational viability.
Key takeaways:
1. Returns are a significant aspect of the customer journey. 2. The trend of charging for returns has increased significantly post-pandemic. 3. Shoppers are becoming more aware and accepting of return fees. 4. Offering a simple and fair return policy can mitigate negative feedback. 5. New customers often appreciate a free first return to gauge sizing.6. Brands are increasingly viewing returns as an opportunity rather than a burden.7. Utilising returns data can help identify product issues and improve offerings.8. The focus for brands is shifting towards encouraging exchanges over refunds.9. Balancing customer experience with return policies is a complex but necessary task.
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FOLLOW US:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce/
ABOUT THIS EPISODE:
In this episode of the Inside Commerce podcast, James & Paul host a discussion with Emily Mcmorran, Customer Journey Manager for Oh Polly, and Samir Kamnani, Senior Product Manager at Loop, about the evolving landscape of return strategies in ecommerce.
They delve into the shift towards paid returns, the impact on customer perception, and the importance of managing returns as a part of the overall customer experience. The conversation also covers innovative solutions like Offset Returns Coverage, and how brands can leverage returns data to improve their service.
The episode concludes with insights into future trends in returns management and the delicate balance between customer satisfaction and operational viability.
Key takeaways:
1. Returns are a significant aspect of the customer journey. 2. The trend of charging for returns has increased significantly post-pandemic. 3. Shoppers are becoming more aware and accepting of return fees. 4. Offering a simple and fair return policy can mitigate negative feedback. 5. New customers often appreciate a free first return to gauge sizing.6. Brands are increasingly viewing returns as an opportunity rather than a burden.7. Utilising returns data can help identify product issues and improve offerings.8. The focus for brands is shifting towards encouraging exchanges over refunds.9. Balancing customer experience with return policies is a complex but necessary task.
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