035 - Unprepared: Why You Need A Dedicated Mobile App for your Ecommerce Brand with Sterling Smith

Honest Ecommerce · with Sterling Smith · October 13, 2020 · 9 min

Summary

This episode makes a compelling case for ecommerce brands to develop dedicated mobile apps. It highlights how apps can significantly boost customer engagement and retention, moving beyond the limitations often associated with mobile websites. The discussion emphasizes identifying the right audience for an app and leveraging its unique capabilities for a superior customer experience.

Key takeaways

• Mobile apps excel at driving customer engagement beyond what mobile websites can offer, fostering a deeper connection with your brand.
• Contrary to common misconceptions, mobile apps are not solely for large enterprises; mid-sized ecommerce brands can also benefit significantly.
• A dedicated mobile app allows for personalized communication and exclusive content, enhancing customer loyalty and lifetime value.
• Consider a mobile app for your ecommerce brand if your goal is to increase customer retention and create a more immersive shopping experience.
• Evaluate your target audience and their mobile usage habits to determine if a mobile app aligns with their preferences and your business objectives.

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Episode description

On this podcast, we talk about why retailers avoid having a mobile app, how mobile apps can help with engagement, who the mobile app is for and so much more! Sterling Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/sterlingsmith Sterling Smith LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sterlingssmith Website: http://sandboxcommerce.com/ Honest Ecommerce is a weekly podcast, community & educational resource providing online store owners with honest, actionable advice to increase their sales and grow their business. If you like our podcast, consider subscribing & joining our FREE Facebook group http://honestecommerce.co/

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about dtc strategy?

Mobile apps excel at driving customer engagement beyond what mobile websites can offer, fostering a deeper connection with your brand.

What does this episode say about customer retention?

Contrary to common misconceptions, mobile apps are not solely for large enterprises; mid-sized ecommerce brands can also benefit significantly.

What does this episode say about conversion & cro?

A dedicated mobile app allows for personalized communication and exclusive content, enhancing customer loyalty and lifetime value.

What does this episode say about dtc strategy?

Consider a mobile app for your ecommerce brand if your goal is to increase customer retention and create a more immersive shopping experience.

What does this episode say about dtc strategy?

Evaluate your target audience and their mobile usage habits to determine if a mobile app aligns with their preferences and your business objectives.

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