The Men’s Store opened in central Glasgow in 2004. It was one of the first salons in Glasgow to offer male only grooming. This article from outside the arts offers a few tips on the practicalities of using SMS to communicate with customers. Store Manager Matt Jameson shares what has worked, what hasn’t and what … Read more
Across the cultural sector, organisations are thinking about customer journeys. From the first piece of communication to their experiences of a venue, everything you do contributes to whether or not a good relationship can be created. In this article, Sarah Chambers considers customer relationship management (CRM) and what it should look like for arts and … Read more
Contemporary visual art is often ‘hard’ – it is not always pretty or easy to understand. For a contemporary art gallery to rely purely on the ‘face value’ impact of a piece to engage visitors and secure their return would be foolhardy
Heather Walker draws on her work as a consultant for the Roundhouse to explore how cultural venues can improve visitor experience through a more unified approach to visitor and customer services.
As cultural marketers we know that achieving a positive visitor experience is crucial for developing positive word of mouth, raising satisfaction levels and encouraging repeat visits. This article outlines how to ensure that your visitor’s experience lives up to expectation. It explains how the effectiveness and consistency of your building’s branding, public areas, signage and visitor welcome … Read more