In the current era, where technology intertwines with every aspect of our lives, companies strive to create experiences that captivate both customers and employees. In this regard, Christian Cooper, International Operations Director at Imagemaker, and Jill Migliarese, Senior Account Manager, recently had the opportunity to attend the “America Digital” fair in the United States. This event served not only as a platform to showcase the latest technological trends but also as an invaluable source of learning about the integration of the physical and the digital in the business world.
The key takeaway was observing how various companies are successfully applying the “journey” logic to their sales experiences, creating an environment that innovatively combines the physical and the digital. This approach, formerly known as “figital,” becomes a powerful strategy to make the customer journey appealing, surprising, and straightforward.
Customer Journey: Experience as the Central Axis
At the heart of this revolution is the customer experience, where companies are redefining their relationship with customers by seamlessly integrating the digital and physical experience in line with their behavior and preferences. This approach goes beyond a simple business transaction; it is about building a journey that resonates with the customer on all levels. From online interaction to the experience in the physical store, each touchpoint is optimized to create a coherent and engaging narrative.
Augmented reality, metaverse developments, artificial intelligence applied to sales and post-sales processes enable the expansion of current capabilities, generating simpler and more satisfying journeys.
This journey becomes especially important in a world where competition is fierce, and customer expectations evolve rapidly. Integrating the digital and physical experience not only simplifies the purchasing process but also surprises the customer with personalized solutions and specialized attention.
Applying Journey Logic to Employees
Inspired by the success of this strategy in the customer realm, our company has decided to apply the same logic to the employee journey. We recognize that the well-being and productivity of our team are fundamental to long-term success. Integrating digital tools with the work environment has become our formula for making the employee journey more enjoyable, productive, and balanced between life and work.
Similarly, we have witnessed interesting developments in our journey, such as the example of a retailer that has integrated technological solutions to better incorporate remote and hybrid forms of work, facilitating communication and optimizing facility usage to boost teamwork and employee satisfaction with their work experience.
The Future is “Figital”
The term “figital” encapsulates this innovative approach that merges the physical and the digital to provide holistic experiences. The “America Digital” fair was not just a showcase of the latest technologies but also a reminder that true innovation lies in integrating these technologies to enhance the daily lives of both customers and employees.
As we progress in this figital era, companies need to embrace change and adopt strategies that deliver quality experiences to both customers and employees. By merging the physical and the digital, we create a journey that not only meets current needs but also anticipates and exceeds future expectations.
In summary, the customer and employee journey intertwines in the narrative of the figital, where technology becomes a facilitator for creating unique and meaningful experiences. The insights gained from the “America Digital” fair have been a catalyst for our company, inspiring us to continue innovating and improving at the intersection of the physical and the digital.
