Competence Centers

Two competence centers ensure sustainable research outcomes in the areas of Omni-Channel & Customer Experience Management and Retail Metrics & Technology. 

Their mission is to generate impactful research that resonates with both the academic community and industry professionals. The scope of activities includes academic research and publication, as well as the practical transfer of knowledge through executive education seminars, conferences, and applied projects with corporate partners. 

Competence Center Omni-Channel & Customer Experience Management 

Lead: Dr. Matthias Eggenschwiler 

This competence center examines the digital transformation of retail and its impact on the cross-channel customer journey. It supports companies through empirical research and student education, helping them align their digital and physical channels for competitive advantage. The ultimate goal is to sustainably enhance the customer experience through the effective integration of online and offline touchpoints. 

 

Competence Center Retail Metrics & Technology 

Leads: Prof. Dr. Thomas Rudolph & Dr. Nora Kralle 

This competence center helps companies leverage new technologies and metrics to access untapped data sources. Its aim is to enable a deeper understanding of customer behavior through data-driven insights and technological innovation. 

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