Customer Loyalty Problem Solving

A three-level model helps focus improvement efforts.  Customer retention is critical for companies with business models that rely on recurring revenue. The “leaky bucket” that is customer defection robs  companies of precious revenue and profit. In cloud computing, cutting customer churn … Continued

Tech Check: Apptegic

Boston-based start-up Apptegic formally launched its new offering at TechCrunch Disrupt NYC conference last month, officially joining the fray in the emerging customer engagement measurement market.  Given the very high cost of customer churn on revenue and profitability, tools such … Continued

Best Practices of Practice Fusion

“I just signed up for this new software package,” my friend Dr. Grace Alessi said over Margaritas at a family outing on Mother’s Day. “It’s incredible!” Formerly an internist at a family medical group, Grace started an independent medical practice in … Continued

Tech Check: Is Facial Recognition the Next Frontier?

Affectiva, an MIT-linked SaaS startup, uses technology to observe and analyze physical responses to determine emotional states. Positioned for media testing, Affectiva’s Affdex product uses webcams and facial recognition technology to test advertising spots for large clients. Gone are expensive … Continued