Importance of loyalty in software technology companies

Authors

  • Dailyn García Dominguez Empresa de Tecnologías de la Información para la Defensa (XETID)

Keywords:

Customers, Loyalty, Personalization, Software, Strategies

Abstract

The loyalty of customers in software companies is an issue of growing relevance in a competitive and dynamic environment. This study focuses on investigating the most effective strategies to promote customer loyalty, raising key questions about the practices that work best in the sector and how companies can adapt to emerging trends. The objective, provide a detailed analysis of success and good practices at international levels. Research findings indicate that loyalty not only reduces the costs of acquiring new customers, but also increases recurring income through the repetition of purchases. It has been observed that the customization of the user experience and the creation of online communities are fundamental to strengthen loyalty. Companies that implement customer relationship management systems (CRM) and use technologies such as artificial intelligence achieve better understanding of their customers, allowing them to offer more relevant solutions. In conclusion, customer loyalty is essential for long -term success of software companies. Effective strategies not only improve customer retention and satisfaction, but also contribute to the financial stability of the company. This study underlines the need to continue investigating areas such as the impact of technology on loyalty and ethical considerations related to the use of customer data, which could further enrich knowledge in this field..

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Published

2024-12-31

How to Cite

García Dominguez, D. . (2024). Importance of loyalty in software technology companies. Revista Cubana De Transformación Digital, 5(3), e266:1–18. Retrieved from https://rctd.uic.cu/rctd/article/view/266