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OCTOBER 2011




The Global Loyalty Compass
The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study


Part 1 of 3: A Worldwide Overview




Kelly Hlavinka Managing Partner, COLLOQUY
Jim Sullivan Partner, COLLOQUY




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                                                              The Global Loyalty Compass
                                                              The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
examines consumer attitudes and perceptions about
loyalty in three developed economies: Canada, Australia
and the U.S.; and three emerging economies: Brazil,
China and India. The first of its kind, this study uncovers
profound differences in these consumer environments,
and has clear implications about how practitioners
should think about loyalty. Because of the wide-ranging
scope of the research, the material is being made             Introduction
available in three companion white papers:
                                                              When today’s airline pilots point their mega-liners overseas, they use the same instrument that
• This paper, “The Global Loyalty Compass,” compares          Christopher Columbus relied on to search for a secret route to India: the compass. It’s one of the
  developed and emerging markets                              oldest navigational tools, indispensable for pointing out true north and guiding explorers safely
                                                              on course.
• “The Rules of Engagement: Loyalty in the U.S. and
  Canada” examines loyalty challenges and opportuni-          Like the mariners of old, today’s loyalty practitioners are seeking the navigational tool that will
  ties in these two countries and provides tracking data      allow them to discover new lands and opportunities, such as those in the BRICS countries of Brazil,
  related to our previous research on consumer attitudes      Russia, India, China and South Africa—and to re-map old territories, by steering through challenges
  and perceptions about loyalty                               in developed countries like the United States and Canada. To create a guiding tool, we conducted
• “Differences in the Global Village” studies attitudes
                                                              the 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study, the first of its kind, to compare several emerging
  and behavior in emerging countries, and launches            and developed economies. Whether you’re a multinational corporation planning to expand your
  COLLOQUY’s more detailed coverage of Brazil, China          global reach, or a local company aiming to revitalize your domestic program, the consumer attitudes
  and India                                                   and perspectives from this landmark research will guide you toward your goal.
                                                              The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study examines the attitudes of consumers in six
                                                              countries: what we defined as emerging economies (Brazil, China and India), and developed
                                                              economies (Australia, Canada and the U.S.). The results have implications for how practitioners
                                                              should be thinking about loyalty, leveraging programs, and even understanding how loyalty is
                                                              defined in these markets. No matter what your goal, the Global Loyalty Compass revealed in these
                                                              study findings will keep you pointed in the right direction.
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                                                               I: Setting a Heading for Overseas Opportunities
                                                               Emerging markets present a tempting new trade route for any company, especially those exploring
                                                               business opportunities in the BRICS nations. As we see in Exhibit 1, the middle class in emerging
                                                               countries is slated to more than double in the next 30 years, according to a 2007 World Bank study,
                                                               growing from 7% to 16% of the world population. At that point, the emerging middle class will number
                                                               1.3 billion, more than three times the current population of the United States.


        Rich       12.6%            Rich        21.3%
                                                                                                                       Exhibit 1
                                                                                                                       A Burgeoning Global Middle Class

        Middle 7%                                                                                                      Income growth will increase the size of
        Class                                                                                                          the middle class in proportion to the world
        Poor 80.3%                  Middle        16%                                                                  population
                                    Class
                                                                                                                       The middle class population will expand
                                                                                                  1.33B                significantly from 2000 to 2030
                                    Poor        62.7%

                                                                                  + 900MM                              Source: Source: World Bank (2007)
                                                                                                                       • Uses World Bank definitions of “poor” (with incomes below
                                                                                                                         $4,000 in 2000 international dollars), “middle class” ($4,000-
                                                                                                                         17,000) and “rich” (above $17,000)
                                                                                                                       • Projected growth roughly equates to adding three additional
                                                                                                                         U.S. populations to the “middle classes” in the global economy


                                                                         430M




                                                                         Middle           7%      Middle     16%
                                                                         Class                    Class
             2000                         2030                                 2000                   2030

                                                               There is a clear opportunity for well-established brands from developed nations to flourish in
                                                               emerging countries, as shoppers there report that these are the brands they prefer and trust. An
                                                               average 35% of shoppers in emerging nations welcome foreign brands, saying they “strongly agree”
Exhibit 2                                                       43%                       that competition from foreign companies is a good thing. In particular,
Acceptance of Foreign Brands                                                              Chinese respondents were almost five times more likely than Americans
                                                                                          to agree with this statement. In stark contrast, only about 7% of
Consumers in emerging countries
are much more accepting of                                                                consumers in developed countries felt that foreign competition was
competition from foreign countries                                          30%           positive, as shown in Exhibit 2.
                                                 28%
                                                                                               In general, all consumers show a higher level of trust for brands from
                                           5x
                                                                                               more developed countries. This stands out in China, where 9 out of 10
                                                                                               consumers say that global brands are more trustworthy than domestic
                                                                                               ones. Consumers in Brazil and India were happier with their own domestic
                                                                                               brands than the Chinese, but not nearly as much as consumers in
     9%             8%                                                                         developed economies. There, consumers are over twice as likely to trust
                                  6%
                                                                                               their own brands versus ones from other countries.
     U.S.           CA            AU             IN             CH           BR                This means that established global brands have a keen opportunity with
 MEAN        5.5           5.8           5.3             7.1          8.0           6.4
                                                                                               consumers in the emerging economies. With a loyalty strategy that’s
Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
• Q: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement.              well thought-out from the outset, they can not only invite initial trial
  “Competition from foreign companies is a good thing.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10,
  where 1 means “strongly disagree” and 10 means “strongly agree.”                             and purchase, but also lay a sound foundation for strong on-going
• Results indicate Top 2 Box proportions for those who “Strongly Agree” and mean score.
  n = 4,414                                                                                    relationships.
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                                                                         71%
Exhibit 3
Optimism for the Coming Decade
Consumers in emerging countries                                                           II: The Great Rift
express economic optimism at
                                                            47%
a level 2-4 times higher than 2-4x                                                        When it comes to big-picture issues like the economy and the future, a
those in developed countries
                                                                                          sizeable gap divides consumer perceptions in the two economies.
                                              34%
                                                                                          Consumers in emerging countries can be characterized by the “Three E’s”:
                                                                                          they are Energetic, Engaged, and Enthusiastic. In contrast, consumers in
    17%           18%                                                                     developed countries can be summed up by the “Three T’s”: they are Tired,
                                12%
                                                                                          Turned Off and Tuned Out. Indicators of this rift in attitude include:
    U.S.          CA           AU            IN            CH            BR               • Economic outlook: When asked if economic prospects for themselves
           6.2          6.4           5.9           7.5           7.9           8.8
MEAN
                                                                                            and their families would improve in the next ten years, consumers in
Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
• Q: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement.           emerging economies expressed optimism at levels two to four times
  “I am confident that my/ my family’s economic prospects will improve over the
  next ten years.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “strongly               higher than those in more developed markets. As we see in Exhibit 3,
  disagree” and 10 means “strongly agree.”
• Results indicate Top 2 Box proportions for those who “Strongly Agree” and
  mean score. n = 4,414                                                                     the divide is significant, with Brazilians the most confident about their
                                                                                            economic future, and the developed nations closely grouped at the
                                                            20%                             lowest levels of optimism.
Exhibit 4                                                                19%
Optimism and Credit Use                                                                   • Credit card use: Consumers in emerging economies are five times more
                                              17%
Consumers in emerging countries
                                                                                            likely to use credit “for things you can’t afford right now” than those in
share higher economic optimism                                                              developed markets. Exhibit 4 illustrates that consumers in developed
and are more open to credit
                                                                                            countries express a clear spending bias toward status spending and
card spending “for things you 5x
can’t afford right now”                                                                      luxury brands.
                                                                                          • Special treatment: Shoppers in emerging markets are three times
                                                                                            more likely to say that they expect special services, perks and
                                                                                            privileges from the experience, as referenced in Exhibit 5.
                                4%
    3%            3%                                                                      Clearly, this gap is significant when it comes to higher levels of
                                                                                          optimism and engaged shopping behavior in emerging markets, and
    U.S.          CA           AU            IN            CH            BR               this has powerful implications for loyalty program design and
MEAN       3.2           3.3          3.4           6.2           6.1           4.5
                                                                                          management.
Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
• Q: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement.
  “Using a credit card to pay for things you can’t afford right now is okay.” Please
  use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “strongly disagree” and 10 means
  “strongly agree.”
• Results indicate Top 2 Box proportions for those who “Strongly Agree” and mean
  score. n = 4,414




                                                                         43%
Exhibit 5
Optimism and Special Service
In emerging countries, a much
greater percentage of shoppers
define themselves as “expecting
special service”
                                                            25%
                                              24%

                                        3x




                                11%
    9%            9%



    U.S.          CA           AU            IN            CH            BR
MEAN       5.1          5.4           5.6           6.9           7.0           7.3
Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
• Q: How well does each of the following statements describe you when it comes to
  how you feel about shopping? “I expect the salesperson to give me special service.”
  Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “does not describe me at all” and 10
  means “describes me completely.”
• Results indicate Top 2 Box proportions of those who selected “Describes me
  completely” and mean score. n = 4,414
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                                        The clearest impact of this optimism rift is the potential for understanding how much loyalty programs
                                        seem to influence consumer decisions about which companies to purchase from. Of consumers in China,
                                        India and Brazil, an average of 29% say that it pays to be loyal to favored brands, while only 11% of
                                        those in the U.S., Australia and Canada agree. Similarly, shoppers in emerging countries are twice as
                                        likely to say that a rewards program influences what companies they do business with. As we see in
                                        Exhibit 6, this finding reveals a tremendous opportunity in these emerging countries.

                                                           32%                              Exhibit 6
                                                                                            Influence of Reward Programs
                                           28%
                                                                         27%                Loyalty programs’ influence on the purchaser
                                                                                            is greater in emerging countries than in
                                                                                            developed countries

                                   2x
                                                                                            Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
                                                                                            • Q: Overall, how much do the rewards programs you
                                                                                              belong to influence your decision about where you
                                                                                              make a purchase? Please use the scale from 1 to 10,
   17%                                                                                        where 1 means “not at all influential” and 10 means
                                                                                              “extremely influential.” Please select one response
                            15%                                                               only.
                                                                                            • Results indicate Top 2 Box proportion. Results are for
                                                                                              rewards program members only and SEC A/B in
                                                                                              emerging countries. n = 2,636
                12%




   U.S.         CA          AU             IN             CH             BR
MEAN      6.4         6.0         6.1             7.0             7.8            6.5

                                        As a result, opening your doors for business in a BRICS or other emerging country doesn’t just mean
                                        choosing a location, analyzing what products or services you will offer, deciding how to staff, and
                                        building call centers. Consumers in emerging economies are saying they are ready for high levels of
                                        engagement with the companies they do business with. Companies that consider their customer
                                        loyalty strategy from the outset of operations in these new regions will be best prepared to enjoy a
                                        real payoff in customer retention and advocacy.
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                               III: Mapping the Different Definitions of Loyalty
                               Building an effective program must begin with understanding how consumers define loyalty. We
                               discovered that this varies from country to country, which has profound implications for practitioners:
                               Obviously a program that drives high engagement levels in one market won’t necessarily transplant
                               effectively to another without some tweaks or perhaps major changes.
                               Let’s start by looking at perceptions of what loyalty isn’t. Experienced program managers and mar -
                               keters already know that customers attracted by sales and discounts aren’t exhibiting true loyalty. And
                               as we see in Exhibit 7, customers across the globe agree. Shopping at a store “only if there are deals
                               or sales” was ranked lowest in the study by respondents in all countries as a mark of loyal behavior.

                               U.S.    CA      AU         IN      CH      BR        Exhibit 7
                                                                                    What Loyal Behavior Looks Like
               Sta Quality       1       1       3         2       6       3
                                                                                    Cultural nuances affect consumer
 Willingness to Recommend        2       2       1         1       4       1        definitions of loyalty.

       Non Price-Conscious       3       3       4         6       2       5
                                                                                    Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
                                                                                    • Q: Below is a list of different customer experiences
  Years/Tenure with Retailer    4       4       2          3       1       2          with a fictitious company called ‘Company X’. Please
                                                                                      read each experience and indicate for each how loyal
                                                                                      you think that customer is to ‘Company X’. Please use
                                                                                      a scale from 1 to 25 where 1 means “not at all loyal”
       Familiar Store Layout     5       5       5         7       3       6          and 25 means “very loyal.” You can pick any number
                                                                                      from 1 to 25 for each experience, but cannot use the
                                                                                      same number twice. n = 4,414
           Personal Service      6      6       6          4       5       4        • Results indicate rankings for each statement by country.

Share of Spend with Retailer     7       7       7         8       7       8

         Location Proximity      8       8      8          5       8       7

             Sales Shopper       9      9       9          9       9       9

                               But the definition of what loyalty is falls under the nuances of cultural context. The closest we
                               come to a universal consumer definition of loyal behavior is “telling friends and family to shop”
                               at a particular store, with customers in every country except China ranking that as either #1 or #2
                               on what constitutes “loyal” behavior. With referrals ranked this highly, any program should be
                               looking at embedding recognition benefits and rewards for word-of-mouth behavior.
                               Respondents from China, in contrast, say that “shopping at Company X for over three years” is the
                               top indicator of loyalty. That should spark consideration around rewarding for tenure, not a very
                               common strategy for programs in developed countries. A creative example is a contest held by
                               China’s Merchants Bank, which raffled off usage rights to a new Mini. The longer members had been
                               a customer with CMB, the more valuable the award. And for winners, if they had been with the
                               program for three years, they won use of the car for three years; those with the program for five
                               years won usage rights for five years.
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                                                                      87%                           Exhibit 8
                                                                                                    Major Cross-Cultural Differences

 Primary Choice: A Tool for Reaching Goals and Dreams                                               Views of what money means to consumers in
 Next-Highest Choice                                                                                emerging countries

                                    64%
                                                                                                    Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
                                                                                                    • Q: People have different beliefs about money. Which
                                                                                                      of the following statements is most true for you?
                                                                                                      Please select one response only. “Money is a tool that
                                                                                                      when used effectively will help you reach your goals
                                                                                                      and dreams”; “Money is power, the more you have the
                                                                                                      more important you are”; “Money is for spending and
                                                                                                      enjoying. Buying things makes me happy and credit
                                                                                                      cards ease my limitation”; “Money is security; the more
                                                                                                      you have saved the better you are, it’s best not to
                                                                                                      spend”; “Money is an unpleasant necessity; I try not to
                                                                                                      worry about it, I can worry about money matters later.”
                                                                                                    • Results indicate first and second most selected
31%                                                                                                   statements by emerging country. n = 1,653
              29%
                                                        22%



                                                                                     5%
              Power                               Enjoyment                       Security
      India                                China                            Brazil

                                               Another major cultural difference emerges when we examine perceptions of money, as illustrated in
                                               Exhibit 8. For example, the majority of respondents in each of the emerging economies selected “money
                                               is a tool for reaching my goals and dreams.” But a nearly equal percentage in India selected money as
                                               a source of power and status, suggesting an important role for loyalty program tiers and recognition
                                               benefits. In China, a significant portion of respondents view money for “spending and enjoying,”
                                               pointing toward loyalty messaging around how rewards and benefits can help members lead a more
                                               enjoyable life.
                                               Clearly there are important differences in consumer attitudes that should shape our loyalty strategies
                                               as we embark on new business in emerging economies. Understanding the attitudinal differences of
                                               customers from country to country will drive program design and maximize its relevance in each
                                               culture.
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                                                                   IV: Setting Sail – A Five-Point Checklist
                                                                   Our findings on customer perceptions and attitudes about loyalty from a mix of developed and
                                                                   emerging economies lead us to several recommendations. These aren’t just guideposts for overseas
                                                                   expansion – they can also set standards and map courses for loyalty programs at home.

Exhibit 9                                                                                    Privacy concerns are widespread
Privacy Concerns                                                                             As shown in Exhibit 9, Brazilians expressed the highest level of privacy worries – with
                                                                             68%
Brazilians are the most concerned; Indians and Chinese
                                                                                             68% responding that they are “extremely concerned” (Top 2 Box) about protecting
are also concerned — but to a lesser degree                                                  their personal information, compared to 41% of Indians. Chinese respondents
                                                                                             are the least worried, at 33% – perhaps not surprising given the history of high
   52%            51%
                                      49%                                                    government involvement under communism. In developed countries, the rate
                                                                                             of concern was at 50%. The fact that there isn’t a large divide by country on this
                                                  41%
                                                                                             issue, with anywhere from a third to nearly two-thirds of customers expressing
                                                              33%                            privacy concerns, demands a new level of transparency from programs.
                                                                                             Case in point: eBay, one of the top-ten “2010 Most Trusted Companies for
                                                                                             Privacy” as cited in a Poneman Institute study, is recognized by its customers by
                                                                                             having a tight, comprehensive, and yet understandable privacy policy. They lay
                                                                                             out everything they do in an organized, searchable outline on the “My eBay”
   U.S.           CA                  AU          IN          CH             BR              section of their website, and give customers latitude to chose how and when they
MEAN        7.9             7.9             7.7         7.3          7.7             8.4     want to be contacted. Further, the company provides a series of short tutorials
Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
                                                                                             on how to protect users’ identity, recognize various scams, and learn more
• Q: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with each of the following               about data security and privacy protection. eBay is recognized as having made
  statement. “I am concerned about the privacy and protection of my personal
  information.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “strongly disagree”
  and 10 means “strongly agree.”                                                             privacy protection a core operating principle internally, as well. The company
• Results indicate Top 2 box results for those who “strongly agree.” n = 4,414
                                                                                             provides employees with extensive orientation and training, reinforcing its
                                                                                             commitment to privacy leadership.
Exhibit 10
Reliance on Word-of-Mouth (WOM)                                                              Word-of-mouth (WOM) is growing
                                                                                             We know that the influence of “trialogue” – conversation between brands, their
                       8                                                                     customers, and the customer’s network of friends and family – is growing in
                       7
                                                                                             developed economies, aided by the broadcast and network effects of social and
       US
       CA                                                                                    digital media. Respondents in the developed economies indicated that
       AU              6
       IN
                                                                                             recommendations from trusted friends and family are particularly important
       CH
                       5                                                                     before making purchases in dining and travel. Word-of-mouth is even more
       BR
                                                                                             highly ranked in emerging countries: Consumers in India, China and Brazil rely
                       4
                                                                                             on conversations with friends, family and colleagues before buying in virtually
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Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
• Q: Please indicate how important conversations with friends, family or colleagues          Case in point: China Merchants Bank (CMB) partnered with social networking
  are to you when deciding what company to purchase from/ use in the following
  categories. Please use a scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “not at all important”
  and 10 means “very important.”
                                                                                             company RenRen to issue a credit card that combines social, mobile and location
• Results show mean summary on 10-point scale for those who indicated that they              services. When cardholders “check in,” they receive promotional information from
  purchase products in those categories. n = 4,414
                                                                                             CMB’s merchant partners, along with program incentives.
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Exhibit 11                                                                             You must have mobile
Engagement with Electronic Media                                  64%                  In developed countries, 8% of consumers are eager to engage with loyalty
Members in emerging countries are far more
                                                                                       programs via their mobile
engaged with channels of electronic media                                              phones. Of course, this number is growing daily, as loyalty marketers in the U.S.
                                                            48%                        and Canada experiment with new apps and mobile transaction options. But
                                                      44%
                                                                                       that’s just a sprinkling of raindrops compared to the swelling flood of overseas
                                                39%
                                                                                       mobile usage.
     Swapping information with other members
     via social networking sites
                                                                                       Exhibit 11 illustrates how critically important mobile is in China, India and Brazil,
     Reading or responding to reward program                                  27%
     o ers you receive via cell phone                                                  and how highly engaged those mobile users are with their loyalty programs.
                                                                        18%            Engaging customers via mobile is table stakes for customer communications in
                                                                                       emerging countries, and marketers must enter these markets ready to connect
   9%     8%                             8%                                            on this level.
                  5%     5%       6%

                                                                                       Case in point: Vivo is the largest mobile phone service provider in South America,
        U.S.       CANADA AUSTRALIA              INDIA       CHINA       BRAZIL
                                                                                       with over 60 million users. One way in which Vivo has leveraged its mobile capa-
Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
• Q: How active are you in each of the following? 10 pt scale where 1 is “Not at all
                                                                                       bility is creating an app with the Brazilian national soccer team that allows fans
  active” and 10 is “extremely active”; Not sure; Never done it before. Please
  select one response for each statement.                                              to watch live games, see team rosters and standings, and access such exclusive
• Results indicate Top 3 Box “Extremely Active.” Results are for SEC A/B only.
  Significant differences in bold. n = 2,636                                           content as pictures and interviews with coaches and players.
                                                                                       All customers have dreams
Exhibit 12
                                                                                       Benefits centered around status and exclusivity remain appealing to those in
Preferences for Aspirational Benefits
                                                                                       developed economies, with about 14% of respondents saying they seek
Consumers in emerging countries prefer                                  39%
                                                            38%                        “rewards that allow you to dream.” Such “wish list” rewards are even more
aspirational rewards
                                                                                       highly desired in emerging markets, where shoppers are 2.5 times more likely
                                                                                       to look for these aspirational benefits, as seen in Exhibit 12. These consumers
                                                28%                                    yearn for status and experiential rewards.
                                         2.5x                                          The lower rates in developed countries point to an interesting insight – we
                                                                                       know that consumers in those countries also want to dream, so why is this
                                                                                       ranking comparatively low? The answer is that in more highly-developed
                   14%            14%                                                  markets, consumer desires are more complex. Aspirational benefits are table
   13%
                                                                                       stakes in these markets, and “dreaming” goals won’t fully engage members
                                                                                       unless they are creative and varied enough to remain relevant.
                                                                                       In emerging economies, particularly Brazil and China, the need to include
   U.S.           CA              AU            IN          CH          BR             inspired experiential benefits should not be overlooked. A mix of experiences
Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
                                                                                       that allow customers to dream and indulge in memorable moments and more
• Q: Please indicate how important each of the following factors are, or would
  be, in your decision to join a rewards program (assuming one was available
                                                                                       attainable “everyday” experiences is the path to success.
  to you). “Offers rewards that allow you to dream.” Please use the scale from
  1 to 10, where 1 means “not at all important” and 10 means “very important.”
• Results indicate Top 2 Box selections for members and those willing to
                                                                                       Case in point: Multiplus, a coalition program in Brazil, offers a wide range of
  participate in the future. Results are for SEC A/B in emerging countries.
  n = 3,397                                                                            experiential activities that include learning to brew beer or driving a Ferrari.
                                                                                       But dreaming isn’t limited to fantasy vacations. Multiplus redemption options
                                                                                       also include a variety of educational and self-help benefits, including financial
                                                                                       consulting, English class tuition and professional training.
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Exhibit 13                                                                              Everyone wants special treatment
Desire for “Soft” Benefits                                                      52%     Consumers in all surveyed countries say that perks, privileges and recognition
Across all countries, it’s nice to be recognized
                                                                                        benefits matter to them. When study respondents were asked if “special perks
                                                                          42%
                                                                                        and benefits” are important, Top 2 box responses ranged from 25% of
     O ers “special/preferential” treatment                                             Canadians to 52% of Brazilians. This range closely correlates to similar ratings
                                                                37% 38%
     O ers special perks/benefits
                                                                                        of the importance of preferential treatment. So, delivering access to special
                                              31%                                       privileges is a critical soft benefit that can’t be overlooked in any program – as
                                                          29%
   26% 27%                                          26%                                 demonstrated in Exhibit 13.
                           25%      25%
                   21%

                                                                                        Case in point: Tanishq is a jewelry retailer in India that emphasizes recognition
                                                                                        and special treatment. Its Anuttara program rewards and recognizes customers
                                                                                        with rewards points, but also with special care and evaluations for older jewelry,
                                                                                        new jewelry previews, factory visits and group celebration events.

       U.S.          CANADA         AUSTRALIA        INDIA       CHINA     BRAZIL

Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study
• Q: Please indicate how important each of the following factors are, or would
  be, in your decision to join a rewards program (assuming one was available to
  you). “Offers special or preferential treatment to its members” and “Offers
  other special perks and benefits (beyond the rewards you can redeem for).”
  Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “not at all important” and 10
  means “very important.”
• Results indicate Top 2 Box selections for members and those willing to
  participate in the future. Results are for SEC A/B in emerging countries.
  n = 3,397




                                                                  In Conclusion: Set a True Course
                                                                  Like the distant Asian countries that defined the spice trade when Columbus set sail, today’s BRICS
                                                                  nations hold both mystery and great promise for marketers. Likewise, marketers in developed nations
                                                                  may feel a bit lost by plateauing levels of program engagement. But there is no longer any mystery
                                                                  about what customers want from their loyalty programs. These insights from consumers in emerging
                                                                  and developed nations will guide companies in the right direction, whether exploring new markets or
                                                                  expanding horizons at home.
                                                                  This data reveals the need for companies to augment their overseas strategy beyond just brick-
                                                                  and-mortar plans, or staff, hiring and inventory decisions. Incorporating these insights about customer
                                                                  perceptions and attitudes can help you win customer hearts and minds instead of just claiming new
                                                                  square footage. Our global compass will point you toward engaging customers from the outset of
                                                                  your relationship with a strong mix of recognition benefits and rewards.
COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 02.11 | PAGE 10




Appendix:



Methodology
The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study was fielded via an online survey during July 2011.
Approximately 1,000 responses were collected in both the U.S. and Canada, while a minimum of 500
responses were collected in Australia, China, India and Brazil. The online survey was run in English
in all countries, but also translated to French in Canada, Simplified Chinese in China, and Portuguese
in Brazil.
Respondents in the emerging economies of China, India and Brazil were further classified by socio-
economic class A, B and C. COLLOQUY collected a minimum of 300 responses for SEC A/B and 200
responses for SEC C in each of the emerging countries studied.

 Surveyed           Total Sample                         Demographic Segment

United States          n = 1100       General Population + Affluent, Young Adults, Seniors

Canada                  n = 1151      General Population + Affluent, Young Adults, Seniors

Australia               n = 510       General Population Only

India                   n = 508       SEC Classes A, B, and C Only

China                   n = 627       SEC Classes A, B, and C Only

Brazil                  n = 518       SEC Classes A, B, and C Only
COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 10.11 | PAGE 11




                                                                                      The Global Loyalty Compass
                                                                                      The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study




                                                                                      The Authors
                                                                                                                   As COLLOQUY Managing Partner, Kelly Hlavinka has helped define and carry
                                                                                                                   out COLLOQUY’s mission as the voice of the loyalty industry since 1996.
                                                                                                                   Drawing on her 20 years as a loyalty specialist, Kelly develops articles, white
                                                                                                                   papers and educational initiatives that illuminate the many ways to unlock the
                                                                                                                   asset of customer-specific data.

                                                                                                           As COLLOQUY Partner, Jim Sullivan directs the advancement of Enterprise
                                                                                                           Loyalty at COLLOQUY, an endeavor guided by his almost 30 years of managing in
                                                                                                           marketing, strategic planning, business development, innovation, and
                                                                                                           communications. Jim assists with COLLOQUY’s loyalty workshops, seminars and
                                                                                                           conferences, and serves as an academic liaison for colleges, universities and
                                                                                          other institutions researching Enterprise Loyalty.

                                                                                          Research Coordinator Wardah Malik
                                                                                          Research Analyst Jill Hickman

                                                                                      The Publisher
                                                                                          COLLOQUY comprises a collection of publishing, education and research resources devoted to
                                                                                          the global loyalty marketing industry. COLLOQUY has served the loyalty marketing industry
                                                                                          since 1990 with more than 45,000 global subscribers. Its research division develops consumer
                                                                                          and B2B studies and white papers, and COLLOQUY also provides educational services through
                                                                                          workshops, webinars and speeches worldwide. For more information, visit www.colloquy.com.
                                                                                          COLLOQUY is owned by LoyaltyOne, a global provider of loyalty strategy and programs,
                                                                                          customer analytics and relationship marketing services. Toronto-based LoyaltyOne is an
                                                                                          Alliance Data company. For more information, visit www.loyalty.com.
                                                                                      For more COLLOQUY white papers and studies, visit www.colloquy.com/whitepapers

                                                                                      The Sponsor
                                                                                          Epsilon is a leading marketing services firm, with a broad array of data-driven, multichannel
                                                                                          marketing solutions that leverage consumer insight to help brands deepen their relationships with
                                                                                          customers. Epsilon is an Alliance Data company. For more information, visit www.epsilon.com.




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Telephone: +1.513.248.9184
Fax: +1.513.248.9184
Email: info@colloquy.com
©2011 LoyaltyOne US, Inc. All rights reserved. Permission to reprint may be granted upon specific request. COLLOQUY is a trademark of
Alliance Data Systems Corporation used under license by LoyaltyOne US, Inc., an Alliance Data Systems Company.                                                     sponsored by

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  • 1. OCTOBER 2011 The Global Loyalty Compass The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study Part 1 of 3: A Worldwide Overview Kelly Hlavinka Managing Partner, COLLOQUY Jim Sullivan Partner, COLLOQUY sponsored by
  • 2. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 10.11 | PAGE 1 The Global Loyalty Compass The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study examines consumer attitudes and perceptions about loyalty in three developed economies: Canada, Australia and the U.S.; and three emerging economies: Brazil, China and India. The first of its kind, this study uncovers profound differences in these consumer environments, and has clear implications about how practitioners should think about loyalty. Because of the wide-ranging scope of the research, the material is being made Introduction available in three companion white papers: When today’s airline pilots point their mega-liners overseas, they use the same instrument that • This paper, “The Global Loyalty Compass,” compares Christopher Columbus relied on to search for a secret route to India: the compass. It’s one of the developed and emerging markets oldest navigational tools, indispensable for pointing out true north and guiding explorers safely on course. • “The Rules of Engagement: Loyalty in the U.S. and Canada” examines loyalty challenges and opportuni- Like the mariners of old, today’s loyalty practitioners are seeking the navigational tool that will ties in these two countries and provides tracking data allow them to discover new lands and opportunities, such as those in the BRICS countries of Brazil, related to our previous research on consumer attitudes Russia, India, China and South Africa—and to re-map old territories, by steering through challenges and perceptions about loyalty in developed countries like the United States and Canada. To create a guiding tool, we conducted • “Differences in the Global Village” studies attitudes the 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study, the first of its kind, to compare several emerging and behavior in emerging countries, and launches and developed economies. Whether you’re a multinational corporation planning to expand your COLLOQUY’s more detailed coverage of Brazil, China global reach, or a local company aiming to revitalize your domestic program, the consumer attitudes and India and perspectives from this landmark research will guide you toward your goal. The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study examines the attitudes of consumers in six countries: what we defined as emerging economies (Brazil, China and India), and developed economies (Australia, Canada and the U.S.). The results have implications for how practitioners should be thinking about loyalty, leveraging programs, and even understanding how loyalty is defined in these markets. No matter what your goal, the Global Loyalty Compass revealed in these study findings will keep you pointed in the right direction.
  • 3. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 10.11 | PAGE 2 I: Setting a Heading for Overseas Opportunities Emerging markets present a tempting new trade route for any company, especially those exploring business opportunities in the BRICS nations. As we see in Exhibit 1, the middle class in emerging countries is slated to more than double in the next 30 years, according to a 2007 World Bank study, growing from 7% to 16% of the world population. At that point, the emerging middle class will number 1.3 billion, more than three times the current population of the United States. Rich 12.6% Rich 21.3% Exhibit 1 A Burgeoning Global Middle Class Middle 7% Income growth will increase the size of Class the middle class in proportion to the world Poor 80.3% Middle 16% population Class The middle class population will expand 1.33B significantly from 2000 to 2030 Poor 62.7% + 900MM Source: Source: World Bank (2007) • Uses World Bank definitions of “poor” (with incomes below $4,000 in 2000 international dollars), “middle class” ($4,000- 17,000) and “rich” (above $17,000) • Projected growth roughly equates to adding three additional U.S. populations to the “middle classes” in the global economy 430M Middle 7% Middle 16% Class Class 2000 2030 2000 2030 There is a clear opportunity for well-established brands from developed nations to flourish in emerging countries, as shoppers there report that these are the brands they prefer and trust. An average 35% of shoppers in emerging nations welcome foreign brands, saying they “strongly agree” Exhibit 2 43% that competition from foreign companies is a good thing. In particular, Acceptance of Foreign Brands Chinese respondents were almost five times more likely than Americans to agree with this statement. In stark contrast, only about 7% of Consumers in emerging countries are much more accepting of consumers in developed countries felt that foreign competition was competition from foreign countries 30% positive, as shown in Exhibit 2. 28% In general, all consumers show a higher level of trust for brands from 5x more developed countries. This stands out in China, where 9 out of 10 consumers say that global brands are more trustworthy than domestic ones. Consumers in Brazil and India were happier with their own domestic brands than the Chinese, but not nearly as much as consumers in 9% 8% developed economies. There, consumers are over twice as likely to trust 6% their own brands versus ones from other countries. U.S. CA AU IN CH BR This means that established global brands have a keen opportunity with MEAN 5.5 5.8 5.3 7.1 8.0 6.4 consumers in the emerging economies. With a loyalty strategy that’s Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement. well thought-out from the outset, they can not only invite initial trial “Competition from foreign companies is a good thing.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “strongly disagree” and 10 means “strongly agree.” and purchase, but also lay a sound foundation for strong on-going • Results indicate Top 2 Box proportions for those who “Strongly Agree” and mean score. n = 4,414 relationships.
  • 4. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 10.11 | PAGE 3 71% Exhibit 3 Optimism for the Coming Decade Consumers in emerging countries II: The Great Rift express economic optimism at 47% a level 2-4 times higher than 2-4x When it comes to big-picture issues like the economy and the future, a those in developed countries sizeable gap divides consumer perceptions in the two economies. 34% Consumers in emerging countries can be characterized by the “Three E’s”: they are Energetic, Engaged, and Enthusiastic. In contrast, consumers in 17% 18% developed countries can be summed up by the “Three T’s”: they are Tired, 12% Turned Off and Tuned Out. Indicators of this rift in attitude include: U.S. CA AU IN CH BR • Economic outlook: When asked if economic prospects for themselves 6.2 6.4 5.9 7.5 7.9 8.8 MEAN and their families would improve in the next ten years, consumers in Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement. emerging economies expressed optimism at levels two to four times “I am confident that my/ my family’s economic prospects will improve over the next ten years.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “strongly higher than those in more developed markets. As we see in Exhibit 3, disagree” and 10 means “strongly agree.” • Results indicate Top 2 Box proportions for those who “Strongly Agree” and mean score. n = 4,414 the divide is significant, with Brazilians the most confident about their economic future, and the developed nations closely grouped at the 20% lowest levels of optimism. Exhibit 4 19% Optimism and Credit Use • Credit card use: Consumers in emerging economies are five times more 17% Consumers in emerging countries likely to use credit “for things you can’t afford right now” than those in share higher economic optimism developed markets. Exhibit 4 illustrates that consumers in developed and are more open to credit countries express a clear spending bias toward status spending and card spending “for things you 5x can’t afford right now” luxury brands. • Special treatment: Shoppers in emerging markets are three times more likely to say that they expect special services, perks and privileges from the experience, as referenced in Exhibit 5. 4% 3% 3% Clearly, this gap is significant when it comes to higher levels of optimism and engaged shopping behavior in emerging markets, and U.S. CA AU IN CH BR this has powerful implications for loyalty program design and MEAN 3.2 3.3 3.4 6.2 6.1 4.5 management. Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement. “Using a credit card to pay for things you can’t afford right now is okay.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “strongly disagree” and 10 means “strongly agree.” • Results indicate Top 2 Box proportions for those who “Strongly Agree” and mean score. n = 4,414 43% Exhibit 5 Optimism and Special Service In emerging countries, a much greater percentage of shoppers define themselves as “expecting special service” 25% 24% 3x 11% 9% 9% U.S. CA AU IN CH BR MEAN 5.1 5.4 5.6 6.9 7.0 7.3 Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: How well does each of the following statements describe you when it comes to how you feel about shopping? “I expect the salesperson to give me special service.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “does not describe me at all” and 10 means “describes me completely.” • Results indicate Top 2 Box proportions of those who selected “Describes me completely” and mean score. n = 4,414
  • 5. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 10.11 | PAGE 4 The clearest impact of this optimism rift is the potential for understanding how much loyalty programs seem to influence consumer decisions about which companies to purchase from. Of consumers in China, India and Brazil, an average of 29% say that it pays to be loyal to favored brands, while only 11% of those in the U.S., Australia and Canada agree. Similarly, shoppers in emerging countries are twice as likely to say that a rewards program influences what companies they do business with. As we see in Exhibit 6, this finding reveals a tremendous opportunity in these emerging countries. 32% Exhibit 6 Influence of Reward Programs 28% 27% Loyalty programs’ influence on the purchaser is greater in emerging countries than in developed countries 2x Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: Overall, how much do the rewards programs you belong to influence your decision about where you make a purchase? Please use the scale from 1 to 10, 17% where 1 means “not at all influential” and 10 means “extremely influential.” Please select one response 15% only. • Results indicate Top 2 Box proportion. Results are for rewards program members only and SEC A/B in emerging countries. n = 2,636 12% U.S. CA AU IN CH BR MEAN 6.4 6.0 6.1 7.0 7.8 6.5 As a result, opening your doors for business in a BRICS or other emerging country doesn’t just mean choosing a location, analyzing what products or services you will offer, deciding how to staff, and building call centers. Consumers in emerging economies are saying they are ready for high levels of engagement with the companies they do business with. Companies that consider their customer loyalty strategy from the outset of operations in these new regions will be best prepared to enjoy a real payoff in customer retention and advocacy.
  • 6. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 10.11 | PAGE 5 III: Mapping the Different Definitions of Loyalty Building an effective program must begin with understanding how consumers define loyalty. We discovered that this varies from country to country, which has profound implications for practitioners: Obviously a program that drives high engagement levels in one market won’t necessarily transplant effectively to another without some tweaks or perhaps major changes. Let’s start by looking at perceptions of what loyalty isn’t. Experienced program managers and mar - keters already know that customers attracted by sales and discounts aren’t exhibiting true loyalty. And as we see in Exhibit 7, customers across the globe agree. Shopping at a store “only if there are deals or sales” was ranked lowest in the study by respondents in all countries as a mark of loyal behavior. U.S. CA AU IN CH BR Exhibit 7 What Loyal Behavior Looks Like Sta Quality 1 1 3 2 6 3 Cultural nuances affect consumer Willingness to Recommend 2 2 1 1 4 1 definitions of loyalty. Non Price-Conscious 3 3 4 6 2 5 Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: Below is a list of different customer experiences Years/Tenure with Retailer 4 4 2 3 1 2 with a fictitious company called ‘Company X’. Please read each experience and indicate for each how loyal you think that customer is to ‘Company X’. Please use a scale from 1 to 25 where 1 means “not at all loyal” Familiar Store Layout 5 5 5 7 3 6 and 25 means “very loyal.” You can pick any number from 1 to 25 for each experience, but cannot use the same number twice. n = 4,414 Personal Service 6 6 6 4 5 4 • Results indicate rankings for each statement by country. Share of Spend with Retailer 7 7 7 8 7 8 Location Proximity 8 8 8 5 8 7 Sales Shopper 9 9 9 9 9 9 But the definition of what loyalty is falls under the nuances of cultural context. The closest we come to a universal consumer definition of loyal behavior is “telling friends and family to shop” at a particular store, with customers in every country except China ranking that as either #1 or #2 on what constitutes “loyal” behavior. With referrals ranked this highly, any program should be looking at embedding recognition benefits and rewards for word-of-mouth behavior. Respondents from China, in contrast, say that “shopping at Company X for over three years” is the top indicator of loyalty. That should spark consideration around rewarding for tenure, not a very common strategy for programs in developed countries. A creative example is a contest held by China’s Merchants Bank, which raffled off usage rights to a new Mini. The longer members had been a customer with CMB, the more valuable the award. And for winners, if they had been with the program for three years, they won use of the car for three years; those with the program for five years won usage rights for five years.
  • 7. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 10.11 | PAGE 6 87% Exhibit 8 Major Cross-Cultural Differences Primary Choice: A Tool for Reaching Goals and Dreams Views of what money means to consumers in Next-Highest Choice emerging countries 64% Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: People have different beliefs about money. Which of the following statements is most true for you? Please select one response only. “Money is a tool that when used effectively will help you reach your goals and dreams”; “Money is power, the more you have the more important you are”; “Money is for spending and enjoying. Buying things makes me happy and credit cards ease my limitation”; “Money is security; the more you have saved the better you are, it’s best not to spend”; “Money is an unpleasant necessity; I try not to worry about it, I can worry about money matters later.” • Results indicate first and second most selected 31% statements by emerging country. n = 1,653 29% 22% 5% Power Enjoyment Security India China Brazil Another major cultural difference emerges when we examine perceptions of money, as illustrated in Exhibit 8. For example, the majority of respondents in each of the emerging economies selected “money is a tool for reaching my goals and dreams.” But a nearly equal percentage in India selected money as a source of power and status, suggesting an important role for loyalty program tiers and recognition benefits. In China, a significant portion of respondents view money for “spending and enjoying,” pointing toward loyalty messaging around how rewards and benefits can help members lead a more enjoyable life. Clearly there are important differences in consumer attitudes that should shape our loyalty strategies as we embark on new business in emerging economies. Understanding the attitudinal differences of customers from country to country will drive program design and maximize its relevance in each culture.
  • 8. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 02.11 | PAGE 7 IV: Setting Sail – A Five-Point Checklist Our findings on customer perceptions and attitudes about loyalty from a mix of developed and emerging economies lead us to several recommendations. These aren’t just guideposts for overseas expansion – they can also set standards and map courses for loyalty programs at home. Exhibit 9 Privacy concerns are widespread Privacy Concerns As shown in Exhibit 9, Brazilians expressed the highest level of privacy worries – with 68% Brazilians are the most concerned; Indians and Chinese 68% responding that they are “extremely concerned” (Top 2 Box) about protecting are also concerned — but to a lesser degree their personal information, compared to 41% of Indians. Chinese respondents are the least worried, at 33% – perhaps not surprising given the history of high 52% 51% 49% government involvement under communism. In developed countries, the rate of concern was at 50%. The fact that there isn’t a large divide by country on this 41% issue, with anywhere from a third to nearly two-thirds of customers expressing 33% privacy concerns, demands a new level of transparency from programs. Case in point: eBay, one of the top-ten “2010 Most Trusted Companies for Privacy” as cited in a Poneman Institute study, is recognized by its customers by having a tight, comprehensive, and yet understandable privacy policy. They lay out everything they do in an organized, searchable outline on the “My eBay” U.S. CA AU IN CH BR section of their website, and give customers latitude to chose how and when they MEAN 7.9 7.9 7.7 7.3 7.7 8.4 want to be contacted. Further, the company provides a series of short tutorials Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study on how to protect users’ identity, recognize various scams, and learn more • Q: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with each of the following about data security and privacy protection. eBay is recognized as having made statement. “I am concerned about the privacy and protection of my personal information.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “strongly disagree” and 10 means “strongly agree.” privacy protection a core operating principle internally, as well. The company • Results indicate Top 2 box results for those who “strongly agree.” n = 4,414 provides employees with extensive orientation and training, reinforcing its commitment to privacy leadership. Exhibit 10 Reliance on Word-of-Mouth (WOM) Word-of-mouth (WOM) is growing We know that the influence of “trialogue” – conversation between brands, their 8 customers, and the customer’s network of friends and family – is growing in 7 developed economies, aided by the broadcast and network effects of social and US CA digital media. Respondents in the developed economies indicated that AU 6 IN recommendations from trusted friends and family are particularly important CH 5 before making purchases in dining and travel. Word-of-mouth is even more BR highly ranked in emerging countries: Consumers in India, China and Brazil rely 4 on conversations with friends, family and colleagues before buying in virtually ng rs id ice rs el el av fu ile ile s ni ov rv all categories, including financial services, travel and clothing. So, effective er Tr ta ta e Di pr se iv re re ot al y ng loyalty worldwide now means cultivating word-of-mouth and involving m ci er an hi to oc ot Au n Gr Fi Cl customers in the process of sharing information. Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: Please indicate how important conversations with friends, family or colleagues Case in point: China Merchants Bank (CMB) partnered with social networking are to you when deciding what company to purchase from/ use in the following categories. Please use a scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “not at all important” and 10 means “very important.” company RenRen to issue a credit card that combines social, mobile and location • Results show mean summary on 10-point scale for those who indicated that they services. When cardholders “check in,” they receive promotional information from purchase products in those categories. n = 4,414 CMB’s merchant partners, along with program incentives.
  • 9. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 02.11 | PAGE 8 Exhibit 11 You must have mobile Engagement with Electronic Media 64% In developed countries, 8% of consumers are eager to engage with loyalty Members in emerging countries are far more programs via their mobile engaged with channels of electronic media phones. Of course, this number is growing daily, as loyalty marketers in the U.S. 48% and Canada experiment with new apps and mobile transaction options. But 44% that’s just a sprinkling of raindrops compared to the swelling flood of overseas 39% mobile usage. Swapping information with other members via social networking sites Exhibit 11 illustrates how critically important mobile is in China, India and Brazil, Reading or responding to reward program 27% o ers you receive via cell phone and how highly engaged those mobile users are with their loyalty programs. 18% Engaging customers via mobile is table stakes for customer communications in emerging countries, and marketers must enter these markets ready to connect 9% 8% 8% on this level. 5% 5% 6% Case in point: Vivo is the largest mobile phone service provider in South America, U.S. CANADA AUSTRALIA INDIA CHINA BRAZIL with over 60 million users. One way in which Vivo has leveraged its mobile capa- Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: How active are you in each of the following? 10 pt scale where 1 is “Not at all bility is creating an app with the Brazilian national soccer team that allows fans active” and 10 is “extremely active”; Not sure; Never done it before. Please select one response for each statement. to watch live games, see team rosters and standings, and access such exclusive • Results indicate Top 3 Box “Extremely Active.” Results are for SEC A/B only. Significant differences in bold. n = 2,636 content as pictures and interviews with coaches and players. All customers have dreams Exhibit 12 Benefits centered around status and exclusivity remain appealing to those in Preferences for Aspirational Benefits developed economies, with about 14% of respondents saying they seek Consumers in emerging countries prefer 39% 38% “rewards that allow you to dream.” Such “wish list” rewards are even more aspirational rewards highly desired in emerging markets, where shoppers are 2.5 times more likely to look for these aspirational benefits, as seen in Exhibit 12. These consumers 28% yearn for status and experiential rewards. 2.5x The lower rates in developed countries point to an interesting insight – we know that consumers in those countries also want to dream, so why is this ranking comparatively low? The answer is that in more highly-developed 14% 14% markets, consumer desires are more complex. Aspirational benefits are table 13% stakes in these markets, and “dreaming” goals won’t fully engage members unless they are creative and varied enough to remain relevant. In emerging economies, particularly Brazil and China, the need to include U.S. CA AU IN CH BR inspired experiential benefits should not be overlooked. A mix of experiences Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study that allow customers to dream and indulge in memorable moments and more • Q: Please indicate how important each of the following factors are, or would be, in your decision to join a rewards program (assuming one was available attainable “everyday” experiences is the path to success. to you). “Offers rewards that allow you to dream.” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “not at all important” and 10 means “very important.” • Results indicate Top 2 Box selections for members and those willing to Case in point: Multiplus, a coalition program in Brazil, offers a wide range of participate in the future. Results are for SEC A/B in emerging countries. n = 3,397 experiential activities that include learning to brew beer or driving a Ferrari. But dreaming isn’t limited to fantasy vacations. Multiplus redemption options also include a variety of educational and self-help benefits, including financial consulting, English class tuition and professional training.
  • 10. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 02.11 | PAGE 9 Exhibit 13 Everyone wants special treatment Desire for “Soft” Benefits 52% Consumers in all surveyed countries say that perks, privileges and recognition Across all countries, it’s nice to be recognized benefits matter to them. When study respondents were asked if “special perks 42% and benefits” are important, Top 2 box responses ranged from 25% of O ers “special/preferential” treatment Canadians to 52% of Brazilians. This range closely correlates to similar ratings 37% 38% O ers special perks/benefits of the importance of preferential treatment. So, delivering access to special 31% privileges is a critical soft benefit that can’t be overlooked in any program – as 29% 26% 27% 26% demonstrated in Exhibit 13. 25% 25% 21% Case in point: Tanishq is a jewelry retailer in India that emphasizes recognition and special treatment. Its Anuttara program rewards and recognizes customers with rewards points, but also with special care and evaluations for older jewelry, new jewelry previews, factory visits and group celebration events. U.S. CANADA AUSTRALIA INDIA CHINA BRAZIL Source: 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study • Q: Please indicate how important each of the following factors are, or would be, in your decision to join a rewards program (assuming one was available to you). “Offers special or preferential treatment to its members” and “Offers other special perks and benefits (beyond the rewards you can redeem for).” Please use the scale from 1 to 10, where 1 means “not at all important” and 10 means “very important.” • Results indicate Top 2 Box selections for members and those willing to participate in the future. Results are for SEC A/B in emerging countries. n = 3,397 In Conclusion: Set a True Course Like the distant Asian countries that defined the spice trade when Columbus set sail, today’s BRICS nations hold both mystery and great promise for marketers. Likewise, marketers in developed nations may feel a bit lost by plateauing levels of program engagement. But there is no longer any mystery about what customers want from their loyalty programs. These insights from consumers in emerging and developed nations will guide companies in the right direction, whether exploring new markets or expanding horizons at home. This data reveals the need for companies to augment their overseas strategy beyond just brick- and-mortar plans, or staff, hiring and inventory decisions. Incorporating these insights about customer perceptions and attitudes can help you win customer hearts and minds instead of just claiming new square footage. Our global compass will point you toward engaging customers from the outset of your relationship with a strong mix of recognition benefits and rewards.
  • 11. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 02.11 | PAGE 10 Appendix: Methodology The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study was fielded via an online survey during July 2011. Approximately 1,000 responses were collected in both the U.S. and Canada, while a minimum of 500 responses were collected in Australia, China, India and Brazil. The online survey was run in English in all countries, but also translated to French in Canada, Simplified Chinese in China, and Portuguese in Brazil. Respondents in the emerging economies of China, India and Brazil were further classified by socio- economic class A, B and C. COLLOQUY collected a minimum of 300 responses for SEC A/B and 200 responses for SEC C in each of the emerging countries studied. Surveyed Total Sample Demographic Segment United States n = 1100 General Population + Affluent, Young Adults, Seniors Canada n = 1151 General Population + Affluent, Young Adults, Seniors Australia n = 510 General Population Only India n = 508 SEC Classes A, B, and C Only China n = 627 SEC Classes A, B, and C Only Brazil n = 518 SEC Classes A, B, and C Only
  • 12. COLLOQUY.COM | COLLOQUYtalk | 10.11 | PAGE 11 The Global Loyalty Compass The 2011 COLLOQUY Cross-Cultural Loyalty Study The Authors As COLLOQUY Managing Partner, Kelly Hlavinka has helped define and carry out COLLOQUY’s mission as the voice of the loyalty industry since 1996. Drawing on her 20 years as a loyalty specialist, Kelly develops articles, white papers and educational initiatives that illuminate the many ways to unlock the asset of customer-specific data. As COLLOQUY Partner, Jim Sullivan directs the advancement of Enterprise Loyalty at COLLOQUY, an endeavor guided by his almost 30 years of managing in marketing, strategic planning, business development, innovation, and communications. Jim assists with COLLOQUY’s loyalty workshops, seminars and conferences, and serves as an academic liaison for colleges, universities and other institutions researching Enterprise Loyalty. Research Coordinator Wardah Malik Research Analyst Jill Hickman The Publisher COLLOQUY comprises a collection of publishing, education and research resources devoted to the global loyalty marketing industry. COLLOQUY has served the loyalty marketing industry since 1990 with more than 45,000 global subscribers. Its research division develops consumer and B2B studies and white papers, and COLLOQUY also provides educational services through workshops, webinars and speeches worldwide. For more information, visit www.colloquy.com. COLLOQUY is owned by LoyaltyOne, a global provider of loyalty strategy and programs, customer analytics and relationship marketing services. Toronto-based LoyaltyOne is an Alliance Data company. For more information, visit www.loyalty.com. For more COLLOQUY white papers and studies, visit www.colloquy.com/whitepapers The Sponsor Epsilon is a leading marketing services firm, with a broad array of data-driven, multichannel marketing solutions that leverage consumer insight to help brands deepen their relationships with customers. Epsilon is an Alliance Data company. For more information, visit www.epsilon.com. 4445 Lake Forest Dr., Cincinnati OH 45242 Telephone: +1.513.248.9184 Fax: +1.513.248.9184 Email: info@colloquy.com ©2011 LoyaltyOne US, Inc. All rights reserved. Permission to reprint may be granted upon specific request. COLLOQUY is a trademark of Alliance Data Systems Corporation used under license by LoyaltyOne US, Inc., an Alliance Data Systems Company. sponsored by