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Practical Application and Impact of the Developed Diagnostic Tool in Improving Customer Experience Management Practices and Customer Satisfaction in SMES in Derby

Abosede Rebecca Agbolade

Abstract

This report investigates the impact of Customer Experience Management (CXM) on the performance and sustainability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly licensed restaurants in Derby. In an increasingly competitive business environment, where customer experience has become a key differentiator, this study seeks to bridge the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications of CXM in the SME context. The research is guided by the aim to develop and validate a diagnostic tool specifically tailored for assessing the effectiveness of CXM systems in SMEs. To achieve this, the study was structured around two key

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Diagnostic tools customer’s satisfaction strategy feedback marketing SMES

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