A shorter shopping season, the rise of Chinese shopping apps, and value-conscious consumers are expected to result in modest growth this holiday season. According to Salesforce’s 2024 holiday shopping forecast, U.S. holiday sales (Nov. 1 – Dec. 31) are projected to grow 2% year-over-year, reaching $277 billion. Global sales are also predicted to increase by
Recognizing the demand from both B2B and B2C buyers for seamless, consistent commerce experiences across online and offline channels, Salesforce has introduced an AI-powered, unified commerce version of its Commerce Cloud platform. Salesforce, a leader in merging ecommerce and CRM software, has taken a significant step toward unified commerce with this next-generation update to Salesforce
Salesforce has announced its acquisition of AI voice agent firm Tenyx, with the deal expected to close in the third quarter. While the financial terms have not been disclosed, Tenyx’s co-founders, CEO Itamar Arel and CTO Adam Earle, along with their team, will join Salesforce as part of the acquisition. This move comes after Salesforce,
Revolutionizing the Automotive Industry: Salesforce’s Connected Car App The automotive industry has always been a beacon of innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries to enhance the driving experience. From the iconic Model T and the assembly line to today’s electric and autonomous vehicles, the evolution of automobiles has been driven by an unyielding pursuit of progress.
Value-conscious consumers are increasingly opting for lower-cost options, waiting strategically for discounts, and turning to budget-friendly Chinese shopping apps, leading to a projected 2% year-over-year (YoY) growth in holiday sales both in the U.S. and globally, according to the Salesforce Shopping Index. This index analyzes data from over 1.5 billion global consumers on retail sites.
The concept of the Connected Car has been a topic of discussion for years, often accompanied by ambitious predictions from consultants about its market potential. For example, McKinsey in 2021 projected that by 2030, Connected Cars would constitute 95% of all vehicles on the road. Central to the success of these vehicles is data, with
Salesforce has signed a definitive agreement to acquire PredictSpring, a leading unified omnichannel retail platform in the retail POS market. This acquisition aims to enhance Salesforce’s Customer 360 capabilities by integrating PredictSpring’s technology into physical retail environments. Jeff Amann, EVP of Salesforce Industries, emphasized the potential synergies: “Consumers demand a retail experience that seamlessly blends
With the Dreamforce conference just a few weeks away, AI is set to be a central theme once again. This week, Salesforce offered a preview of what to expect in September with the release of its “Trends in AI for CRM” report. This report consolidates findings from several Salesforce research studies conducted from February last
Before generative AI became mainstream, tech-savvy retailers had long been leveraging transformative technologies to automate tasks and understand consumer behavior. Insights from consumer and future trends, along with predictive analytics, have long guided retailers in improving customer experiences and enhancing operational efficiency. AI for Consumers and Retailers improved customer experiences. While AI is currently used
Alphabet Abandons Acquisition Plans for HubSpot The integration between Salesforce and Hubspot could have changed drastically. The HubSpot-Salesforce integration allows you to pass data between HubSpot and Salesforce seamlessly, and maintain consistency between your marketing and sales teams. Current HubSpot Google integration includes: ability to log emails sent from Gmail into HubSpot CRM with one click, so
HubSpot recently disclosed a “security incident” where unauthorized access was attempted on several customer accounts. HubSpot is an American software company that provides tools for inbound marketing, sales, and customer service. It was founded in 2006 by Brian Halligan and Dharmesh Shah, and is today best-known for its all-in-one growth platform that helps businesses attract
It feels like you’ve found “the holy grail” — a customer ready for a long-lasting brand relationship built on personalized marketing leading to customer loyalty. But then, just as quickly as the sparks fly, they fizzle out. Engagement plummets, and those once-enthusiastic customers cool or even disappear. What went wrong? Marketing Personalization Explained. In the
Salesforce’s Predictions for the 2024 Holiday Shopping Season Salesforce’s Bold Predictions for Holiday 2024 Sales include that trade routes, artificial intelligence, pricing, and Chinese shopping applications will significantly influence the 2024 holiday shopping season. Here’s a breakdown of their insights: Changes in Holiday Shopping Experiences Salesforce, the software giant known for its e-commerce platform and
A recent survey conducted by Kyruus Health and shared with HealthPayerIntelligence reveals that consumers are demanding more accurate online provider data from payers to enhance access to care. Healthcare solutions from Tectonic and Salesforce improve patient care and trust by improving data accuracy. The survey, fielded by Wakefield Research in April 2024, involved 1,000 healthcare
Elevating Email Marketing with Dynamic Content Customers don’t want to feel like just another number to your brand. Relying on a generic “batch and blast” email marketing strategy is likely to land you in the customer’s spam filters—or worse, prompt them to unsubscribe. However, with Dynamic Content Powered Email, you can create a relevant and
