Tag Archives: Zappos

How Zappos Stays Ahead

Zappos, a subsidiary owned by Amazon, clearly has a unique corporate culture that has helped it to grow in popularity. Today, this online retailer offers shoes, apparel, accessories, and other consumer lifestyle products. Here are some corporate culture examples that … Continue reading

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New Data on Retail Security Breaches

The impact of the spate of retail security breaches over the last decade keeps getting worse. eMarketer puts it thusly: “With the lure of using big data and advanced CRM [customer relationship management] techniques to predict everything a potential customer might … Continue reading

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Zappos and Customer Service

Zappos is highly regarded for its excellent customer service and motivated employees. Zappos’ goal is to “wow” its shoppers. As Barry Glassman, writing for Forbes, puts it: “Knowing what clients want and developing ways to meet those needs is the basis … Continue reading

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