This document discusses the concept of touchpoints in designing customer experiences across multiple channels. It defines a touchpoint as a specific point of customer interaction that meets a human need at a certain time and place. Touchpoints should be designed holistically while considering the constraints and opportunities of different channels, as well as customers' feelings, thoughts and behaviors. The document also discusses how organizations can characterize, measure and design touchpoints to create a seamless customer journey and overcome gaps between anticipated and actual customer experiences.