Plano, TX, October 20, 2020 – Springfree Trampoline, manufacturer of the world’s safest trampoline, is investing in new augmented reality (AR) and 3D technology to enhance the online experience for their customers. Although many stores have reopened since the COVID-19-related lockdowns, many report a decline in foot traffic. Sales at brick-and-mortar retail sites continue to decline while ecommerce has surged well above pre-coronavirus predictions. Consumers are becoming more comfortable making big purchases online without ever seeing the product in person.
Like many retailers, the Texas-based company temporarily closed retail stores and suspended professional installation services this spring. With people limiting travel and looking for ways to entertain their kids at home, the trampoline category experienced tremendous growth. Springfree’s online sales have more than doubled this year. Experts anticipate the trend towards online sales will continue well into 2021.
“When COVID-19 necessitated a temporary closing of our stores and professional installation services earlier this year, it presented an opportunity to invest in enhancing the self-assembly experience for our customers,” says Springfree Trampoline USA General Manager Amy McIntee.
In partnership with BILT Incorporated, the award-winning, Texas-based customer experience company, Springfree is introducing 3D interactive installation instructions on the BILT app. It is free to download and allows users to manipulate 3D animations to view product images from any angle using a touchscreen mobile device.
“We’re confident 3D interactive instructions will help Springfree to refine the installation experience,” says BILT Vice President of Brand Support-Sales Kurt Henderson. “Their global reach, dedication to durability, and 10-year warranty are synonymous with the highest standards of quality. BILT allows them to take their customer experience to the next level.”
“We used to focus our efforts on the ‘try before you buy’ method of building awareness and trust in our brand, but when that option was no longer available to us, we were forced to go back to the drawing board and find other ways to ensure our customers felt confident in making their purchase from the safety of their homes. Augmented reality seemed like the obvious next step for our business,” says North America Marketing Director France Jacot.
The launch of an AR tool on springfreetrampoline.com this month enables customers to virtually “see” a trampoline model in their very own backyard. They will no longer need to guess when they select the appropriate shape and size. This technology combined with 3D installation assistance helps Springfree perfect the customer experience for online shopping.
About Springfree Trampoline™
Springfree Trampoline is the world’s safest, highest quality and longest lasting trampoline. Redefining backyard play and helping families go outside and be active through innovation rooted in safety and quality, Springfree Trampoline’s patented safety design is the only trampoline on the market that eliminates 90% of all product related trampoline injuries. Springfree Trampoline is available in Springfree Retail stores and via select retailers and e-tailers across the United States. To learn more about Springfree Trampoline, find a store near you or to purchase online, go to www.springfreetrampoline.com or call 1-877-JUMP-SAFE.
About BILT®:
The award-winning BILT app provides 3D interactive Intelligent Instructions® that are voice & text guided. Beginning with a product overview, BILT includes tools required, parts included and directs the procedure step by step. BILT has proven to increase NPS, star ratings, product registrations & brand loyalty while reducing returns, calls to customer support, set-up time & errors. BILT empowers brands with analytics on each product and revolutionizes the way companies connect to their consumers. Manufacturers maintain control of their content; updates to instructions can be made in real time, so they’re never obsolete. BILT supports manufacturers’ efforts to go green by minimizing paper instructions, warranty & registration cards. Download the free BILT app on iOS or Android.