Definition

A strategy where brands try to be everywhere at once, like a helicopter parent but for customer experience. The goal is a seamless experience across all channels, which in practice means your app, website, and store all crash at the same time.

Example Usage

"We're going omnichannel! That means we'll deliver a consistently mediocre experience whether you find us on mobile, desktop, in-store, or via carrier pigeon."

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