Do you trust us? Yes and no, study says

TORONTO–Canada’s trust levels in government, leaders and most information sources remain stable and strong, but social media networks and the artificial intelligence (AI) sector are both at a crossroads, according to the 2018 Proof Inc. (formerly Environics Communications Inc.) CanTrust Index, an annual study of trust levels among Canadians. Overall, …

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The “Best Life” for flyers in Canada

According to several studies, research continues to prove that Canadians love their flyers. Yet within the current distribution model retailers face many barriers including non-targeted delivery, high waste, lack-luster presentation and dwindling newspaper circulation. St. Joseph Communications is launching an exciting, cost-effective delivery model for brands to get their message …

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Infogroup cuts data deal with Adobe

Infogroup integrates data with Adobe’s audience system Infogroup, the big data and marketing company, announced during Adobe Summit 2018 that it has integrated its leading consumer and business data into Adobe Audience Marketplace, which can be leveraged in Adobe Cloud Platform. The integration will provide a rich and accurate source …

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In loyalty programs, Canadians happiest with small rewards over big dreams

TORONTO–When it comes to loyalty programs, Canadians seem happiest with providers of small rewards such as free movies and groceries rather than those who promise dream vacations, according to an independent national study released today. According to the Argyle Public Relationships Index™, the annual study by Leger Research and Argyle …

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Loblaw Companies, Imperial team up on points

BRAMPTON–Loblaw Companies Limited and Imperial are teaming up to allow PC Optimum members to earn points at more than 1,800 Esso stations on eligible fuel purchases, convenience store products and car wash services. The PC Optimum program is already available at Mobil stations. “We introduced the PC Optimum program to …

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New analytics engine delivers fast intelligence from customer interactions

Orlando, FL – March 13, 2018 – CallMiner’s award-winning speech and customer engagement analytics provider has made “significant enhancements” to its cloud-based customer engagement analytics platform, CallMiner Eureka, to increase speed to intelligence, reliability, and scaling capabilities. CallMiner has witnessed a rapid increase and changing demand in the customer interaction …

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Loblaw works with Eagle Eye to power the PC Optimum program

New PC Optimum loyalty program uses the Eagle Eye AIR platform to deliver personalized, valuable and convenient rewards to millions of Canadians Feb. 27, 2018–Eagle Eye, a leading SaaS technology company that allows businesses to create a real-time connection with their customers, has announced that its Eagle Eye AIR digital …

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Five Traits of Customer-Obsessed Companies

by Mandeep Singh Kwatra, VP of Solutions and Capabilities and CX Strategy Services Leader, HGS Today’s customers evaluate a company on the experience that they receive. The entire sales cycle (pre-sales, purchase, and post-purchase) experience is as important to them as the actual product or service. Today’s multi-tasking customers are …

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Canada Post starts the search for a visionary new leader

Ottawa–As expected, Canada Post is now officially on the search for a new president and CEO. The new appointment, when hired, will lead the company and its three subsidiaries, Purolator, SCI and Innovapost. As the largest Crown corporation in Canada, Canada Post provides physical and electronic delivery solutions and services valued …

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E-commerce sales boosted by direct mail, says 2017 IPC Cross-border E-commerce Shopper Survey

Ottawa–According to the last edition of the IPC Cross-border E-commerce Shopper Survey, half of regular cross-border online consumers have received direct mail from an e-retailer, and 44 percent of these consumers made an online purchase as a result. In the survey, almost 29,000 respondents were asked whether they received direct …

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