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Our brief

Primark, a leading international fashion chain with over 400 stores in 13 countries, recognised the need to improve its in-store customer service. However, the lack of specific guidance from senior management resulted in varying interpretations among store managers, leading to inconsistent customer experiences across the stores.

Primark partnered with our team to develop a comprehensive customer experience strategy to address this challenge to deliver a consistent and differentiated service across all their stores. The process involved three key steps, ultimately transforming the brand's customer service approach.

Defining the customer experience

Our collaboration with Primark began by conducting extensive research to understand what customers truly desired from their shopping experience at Primark. This involved in-store observations, customer surveys, and focus groups. Based on these valuable insights, we developed a set of customer experience principles that would guide service delivery across all stores.

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Embedding the customer experience principles

We worked closely with Primark to create a comprehensive training program for store managers and their teams. This program aimed to enhance their understanding of the customer experience principles and facilitate adoption. It consisted of workshops, e-learning modules, and coaching sessions that empowered store managers to embed these principles into their daily operations. Additionally, we provided tools and resources to support managers in implementing the principles effectively.

Measuring and improving the customer experience

Primark recognised the importance of tracking customer satisfaction, loyalty, and advocacy. Therefore, we assisted the company in developing a robust system for measuring and monitoring the customer experience across all their stores. This involved the creation of metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge customer sentiment. Furthermore, we collaborated with Primark to establish a process for analysing customer feedback and identifying areas for improvement, enabling the company to continuously enhance the customer experience.

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The results

The results of the customer experience program were truly remarkable. Primark witnessed a significant improvement in customer satisfaction scores in the first year of implementation. The company also experienced increased customer loyalty and advocacy, with more customers recommending Primark to their friends and family. These positive outcomes highlighted the success of the customer experience program.

Moreover, the program profoundly impacted employee engagement and motivation within Primark. Store managers and their teams felt empowered and motivated to deliver exceptional customer experiences, fostering a more positive work environment.

Overall, our partnership with Primark was a resounding success. By defining and delivering a unique customer experience across all its stores, Primark was able to differentiate itself from competitors and elevate customer satisfaction, loyalty, and advocacy. In addition, the transformation of their in-store customer service not only improved the shopping experience but also strengthened Primark's position in the highly competitive fashion industry.

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