In a time when every other business article starts with “economic uncertainty,” it’s hard to feel confident about the future of retail. Whether or not the “uncertainty” actually results in a down economy, there is no doubt that consumer spending is volatile and trending downward as consumers worry about the future. And, this likely is ...

PORTLAND, OR — Feb. 28, 2023 — Inc. Magazine today revealed that SheerID is No. 128 on its fourth annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Pacific list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies based in Alaska, Hawaii, California, Oregon, and Washington. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique […]

SheerID’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) is in compliance with the stringent standards of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), certifying that its information security measures are comprehensive and follow global best practices. Portland, OR – Jan. 26, 2023 – SheerID, the global leader in identity marketing, today announced ...

As the year ends and the holidays bring us together, my thoughts turn to how our communities help us thrive. Our personal communities take many forms. The people we see at school or work. The families we’re born to and the ones we’ve chosen. The groups who share our values or our commitment to a ...

Identity marketing is a highly effective form of personalized marketing because it engages consumer communities based on their deep-seated attributes, such as their life stage (students) or occupation (teachers). In a previous post, we explained that using a customer verification software is essential to making this new form of personalization work because it: Increases conversions. ...

Looking at marketing software today is overwhelming. There are dozens of products out there for every problem you have, and hundreds more for problems that aren’t even on your radar.  You can evaluate the impact of marketing software through many lenses, such as time saved, increases in impressions, and engagement. And while all of these ...

Conversion rate measures how many visitors to your site take a desired action, such as making a purchase or filling out a contact form. Tracking your conversion rates across marketing campaigns and web properties helps you determine which messaging and promotions are driving the most success, enabling you to optimize future campaigns.  But what do ...

Your customer acquisition plan should prioritize the customers who are most valuable to your brand. The more you can personalize marketing campaigns to specific communities, the more likely you are to acquire them. One consumer segment not to overlook is new movers. This is a lucrative audience, as new movers make many purchases as they ...

We’ve all seen the concerning headlines: a recession is coming or, according to some sources, is already here. Inflation is soaring and interest rates are rising to pump the brakes on consumer demand to quell rising prices. Resources are strapped, and both consumers and businesses are cutting back on spending. Most experts attribute these economic ...

Everyone loves saving money, so discounts make sense as a way to attract customers. But many companies worry that discounting will negatively affect their bottom line or reduce the perceived value of their products. These are valid concerns but ones that can easily be remedied with the right pricing strategy for discounts. There are also ...