Wasl Properties. Transforming Customer Experience with In-Depth Touchpoint Audits.

Discover how Wasl Properties leveraged a touchpoint analysis and mystery audits across its Residential, Commercial, Freehold, and Lands units to enhance customer interactions, streamline operations, and boost engagement through targeted, actionable recommendations.
Mystery Shopping
Customer Experience
Journey Mapping
Client
Wasl
Date
September 1, 2023
Role
CX Consultant
Website
https://www.wasl.ae/en
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Business Units

5

Analyzed across Residential, Commercial, Freehold, and Lands.

Touchpoints Audited

27

Including calls, emails, social media, and Google cards.

Interviews & Shadowing

33

Sessions conducted across various business areas.

Quick Facts

Wasl Properties, a leading real estate developer in the UAE, engaged us to conduct a touchpoint (TP) analysis and mystery audits across their key business units: Residential, Commercial, Freehold, and Lands.

We helped Wasl Properties enhance customer experience by conducting detailed audits of key touchpoints, including calls, emails, social media interactions, and Google listings across residential, commercial, freehold, and lands units. Our audits and shadowing sessions identified critical areas for improvement, such as response times, customer service consistency, and social media engagement.

We provided recommendations to streamline processes, improve customer communication, and enhance online service usability. As a result of our efforts, Wasl Properties achieved faster response times, improved customer engagement on digital platforms, streamlined operations in leasing and post-sale services, and strengthened customer retention across all business units.

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Aziz Abdulfattah
Consultant
Renascence
Milan Thomas
Data Analyst
Renascence
Noor Abdelhafez
Head of Mystery
Renascence
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Context, Approach & Methodology

We applied a structured methodology, analyzing touchpoints such as calls, emails, social media interactions, and Google cards across all business units. In addition, we conducted a series of audits, shadowing sessions, and interviews to gather qualitative insights into the customer journey. Detailed recordings and screenshots supported our findings, ensuring the client had a clear understanding of the pain points and actionable recommendations for each area.

Groundwork

Residential Unit: Touchpoints Analyzed:

  • Calls: 1 call touchpoint (acknowledgment, response time, IVR, greeting, etc.).
  • Emails: 1 email touchpoint (acknowledgment, response, format, resolution, etc.).
  • Social Media: 4 accounts analyzed across various platforms (response time, engagement, resolution).
  • Google Card: 1 card (display, linked website, ease of finding, and keyword usage).

Audits Conducted:

  • 7 Mystery Audits: Lead handling, e-services, renewals, and customer service at the branch.
  • 2 Customer Interviews: Related to lead/online lease team and violation handling.

Findings & Recommendations:

  • For calls and emails, we assessed communication effectiveness, highlighting slow response times and gaps in resolution tracking. Detailed recommendations were provided to optimize acknowledgment, response format, and call-to-action clarity.
  • Social media platforms were underperforming in terms of response time, particularly on inquiries related to leasing and renewals. We recommended improving response mechanisms and aligning tone and engagement across platforms.
  • The Google Card review identified incomplete information and missing links. Recommendations included optimizing the card for better searchability and ensuring all business details are consistently presented.
  • Interviews & E-Services Audits: We focused on ease of use, customer satisfaction with booking systems, and the post-service process, recommending improvements in navigation, service request fulfillment, and survey follow-ups. Detailed screenshots and recordings supported these assessments, pinpointing both positive interactions and critical pain points.

Commercial Unit: Touchpoints Analyzed:

  • Calls, Emails, Social Media, Google Cards: Similar to the residential process, but with a focus on commercial clients' needs and inquiries.

Shadowing Session:

  • 1 Shadowing Session: Involving a commercial leasing agent to observe the leasing process firsthand and uncover customer pain points during contract signing and facility management.

Interviews:

  • 8 Interviews: Covering processes such as NOCs, onboarding, contract signing, and facilities management.

Findings & Recommendations:

  • Identified gaps in NOC issuance and contract signing timelines. We suggested improving internal coordination and updating customers regularly on their service requests. Recommendations for facilities management included a more proactive customer engagement process to anticipate customer needs before they escalate.

Freehold Unit: Touchpoints Analyzed:

  • 4 touchpoints: Calls, emails, social media, and Google cards.

Mystery Audits:

  • 9 Mystery Audits: Included sales launches, open houses, unit viewings, broker registration, and owners’ association activities.

Shadowing Sessions:

  • 5 Shadowing Sessions: Focused on post-sale snagging processes.

Interviews:

  • 12 Interviews: Covered sales, key handovers, community management, and resale processes.

Findings & Recommendations:

  • The sales launch process revealed several delays, which affected customer trust. We suggested streamlining the process and keeping customers informed with automated updates.
  • Snagging and post-sale service needed better coordination between departments. Recommendations centered on setting up clear service standards and faster handover processes.
  • For owners’ associations, we suggested improving community management protocols and ensuring regular touchpoints with residents.

Lands Unit: Touchpoints Analyzed:

  • 4 touchpoints: Calls, emails, social media, and Google cards.

Mystery Audit:

  • Conducted at Wasl’s HQ customer service.

Shadowing Sessions:

  • 3 Shadowing Sessions: Focused on e-services.

Findings & Recommendations:

  • The mystery audit at the HQ revealed a lack of consistency in customer handling. We recommended more training for front-line staff to ensure uniformity in greeting, problem resolution, and closing interactions.
  • E-services evaluations pointed to usability issues, leading to frustration among landowners. Detailed recommendations were made for enhancing user-friendliness, navigation, and responsiveness of e-service platforms.

Analysis

Cross-Business Unit Insights:
Across all units, social media and Google card management were identified as key areas for improvement, with inconsistent response times and incomplete information affecting CX. Recommendations included adopting automated chat responses and ensuring uniformity in service details across platforms.

Customer interviews and shadowing sessions revealed significant insights into the customer journey. Pain points in customer service interactions, booking processes, and post-sale services were particularly prevalent in Freehold and Commercial units. Suggested improvements involved integrating more robust CRM tools and revising service protocols to reduce wait times.

Audit Overview:
We highlighted both delight points (positive aspects such as quick acknowledgment, professional communication) and pain points (delayed response times, unclear service processes). Recommendations were customized per business unit, offering targeted solutions for each touchpoint and process.

Key CX Metrics:
We introduced metrics such as response time, customer satisfaction scores, and resolution efficiency to monitor ongoing performance.

Results

The touchpoint and mystery audit program for Wasl Properties delivered a roadmap to improve customer interactions across all units. Key outcomes included:

  • Enhanced Customer Service Efficiency: Improved response protocols and faster resolutions, particularly in areas like social media and leasing inquiries.
  • Increased Customer Engagement: Optimized communication through social media and Google cards, leading to better engagement and fewer missed leads.
  • Streamlined Operations: Recommendations to improve internal coordination for services like facility management, post-sale snagging, and leasing have been implemented, leading to smoother customer journeys.
  • Improved Customer Retention: Actionable feedback from audits, shadowing, and interviews has been used to refine touchpoints, creating a more consistent and customer-friendly experience.

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Few questions we frequently encounter in regards to customer experience consulting

What is customer experience consulting?

Customer experience consulting involves helping businesses improve every interaction a customer has with their brand. Consultants analyze customer journeys, identify pain points, and implement strategies to enhance satisfaction, loyalty, and overall customer experience.

Why is customer centricity important for businesses?

Customer centricity focuses on creating positive customer experiences at every touchpoint. It is crucial because it leads to higher customer satisfaction, loyalty, and retention, ultimately driving business growth and profitability.

How can customer experience consulting benefit my business?

Customer experience consulting can benefit your business by providing expert insights into customer behavior, identifying areas for improvement, and developing tailored strategies to enhance customer satisfaction, increase loyalty, and boost revenue.

What are the key components of a successful customer experience strategy?

A successful customer experience strategy includes understanding customer needs and preferences, mapping the customer journey, implementing personalized interactions, gathering and analyzing feedback, and continuously improving processes based on data-driven insights.

How does customer feedback play a role in customer centricity?

Customer feedback is vital for customer centricity as it provides direct insights into customer experiences and expectations. By collecting and analyzing feedback, businesses can make informed decisions to enhance their services and products, leading to better customer satisfaction.

What tools and technologies are used in customer experience consulting?

Tools and technologies used in customer experience consulting include customer relationship management (CRM) systems, customer feedback platforms, journey mapping tools, analytics software, and artificial intelligence (AI) for personalized experiences.

How can businesses measure the success of their customer experience initiatives?

Businesses can measure the success of their customer experience initiatives through key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Net Promoter Score (NPS), Customer Satisfaction Score (CSAT), Customer Effort Score (CES), customer retention rates, and revenue growth.

What are common challenges in implementing a customer-centric culture?

Common challenges in implementing a customer-centric culture include resistance to change, lack of alignment across departments, inadequate customer data, insufficient training for employees, and difficulty in measuring and analyzing customer experience metrics.

How can personalization improve customer experience?

Personalization can improve customer experience by tailoring interactions, offers, and communications to individual customer preferences and behaviors. This makes customers feel valued and understood, leading to increased satisfaction and loyalty.

What role does employee training play in customer experience consulting?

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