Research

German DTC Post-Purchase-Experience Report 2021

How good is the customer experience after completing a purchase online with DTC brands in Germany?

 

How good is the customer experience after completing a purchase online at DTC brands in Germany and where is there room for improvement? It is not only the post-purchase communication that influences the customer experience, but also factors such as different delivery options, the use of a guest account or free returns play a major role.

Key findings

For 76% of the DTC brands surveyed, a minimum order value must be reached to take advantage of free shipping.

53% redirect their customers to a third-party tracking site, and 29% do not provide the customer with a tracking link at all.

More than half (53%) do not provide an expected delivery date at checkout, leaving their customers in the dark.