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Carlton Retland

How to Keep Customer Journeys on the Frictionless Path

December 8, 2025March 17, 2023 by Carlton Retland
Customer in a café ordering coffee on her mobile phone

Businesses that optimise both the customer journey and the customer experience are rewarded with strong customer retention, revenues and brand reputation. Carlton Retland of Applause explains..

How to Ensure Customers Are ‘Onboard’ from the Start

December 8, 2025October 5, 2022 by Carlton Retland
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Poor customer onboarding hurts your bottom line, increasing customer acquisition costs and driving down customer lifetime value. Carlton Retland of Applause details how brands can successfully identify and remove barriers..

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