Let's transform Shopify's subscription operation into a system that grows with StoreCRM! An explanation of what can be done with GO SUB integration.
Shopify's subscription app, GO SUB GO RIDE is providing this service!
At GO SUB, we don't just manage subscription operations; we value combining them with various apps and operational systems so that we can implement measures that lead to the growth of your Shopify store.
This time,Transforming subscription management from "adoption as the goal" to "development system" that increases retention and LTVFor this reason, we have developed a CRM/MA app that allows you to manage email + LINE distribution and automation (scenario) all at once.StoreCRM"We would like to introduce you to ".
Groovy Media Co., Ltd., the provider of StoreCRM, will introduce the features of the service and how it works with GO SUB!
Why CRM/MA is essential for subscription management
While introducing a subscription service tends to stabilize sales, the reasons for sluggish growth can be summarized as follows:
Insufficient reason for continuation
Users don't understand why they should continue subscribing
Poor member experience
It's easy to feel like "it's not what I expected" after the first or second time.
Single contact
There is no follow-up after subscription, so the relationship does not develop (= it is easy to cancel)
The shift from single-item purchases to subscription purchases is not progressing
To get users who are satisfied with a single product to choose a subscription, you need to appeal to them at the right time and for the right reason; otherwise, conversion will not occur naturally.
Here,"Building relationships that build automatically" It's worth combining CRM/MA to turn this into
The point is"Providing the necessary information at the necessary time according to the user's condition"thing.
This is the shortcut to increasing retention rates and LTV.
Even for the same regular customer, the information required will differ depending on whether they are a first-time customer, a customer about to purchase, or a continuing customer."Send different messages depending on the customer's status"It's important to create a system.
What is StoreCRM?
StoreCRM utilizes Shopify's customer data,CRM/MA app that can manage email and LINE delivery and automation all at onceis.
Its unique feature is that it not only allows for one-off mass distribution, but also allows you to systematize when, to whom, and what to send.
There are five main things you can do.
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A wide variety of delivery scenarios(Post-purchase follow-up/reminders, etc.)
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Segment Delivery(Filter by number of purchases, last purchase date, etc.)
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Restock notification/Favorites (wish list)/Birthday delivery
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LINE integration, LINE rich menu, LINE login (※)
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Analysis function(Confirming distribution results)
*LINE Login is only available to Shopify Plus stores.
Official website:https://storecrm.com/ja/
Five features of StoreCRM
1. Staged delivery can be organized using a scenario
The basic principle of subscription management is to design it in multiple stages, rather than ending with a single delivery. Create a flow of content to communicate at each stage, such as reassurance materials immediately after purchase, instructions on how to use the product a few days later, and confirmation items and answers to common questions before the next delivery. In addition, if you can start or branch deliveries based on purchase or elapsed dates, it will be easier to determine operational rules such as "who should receive each stage of delivery and when."
2. Segmented delivery allows you to deliver your message only to those who need it
Sending irrelevant messages to users can lead to them unsubscribing from email newsletters or blocking them as friends on LINE. StoreCRM allows you to narrow down recipients based on customer status, such as "single purchasers," "first-time subscribers," or "those who have continued using your service for a certain number of times," and provide the necessary information to the people who need it.
3. You can design restock notifications and favorites all in one.
Lost opportunities due to out-of-stock items and indecision are issues that need to be resolved before subscriptions even begin. StoreCRM provides restock notification and favorite functions in a single app, so you can pick up customers who were interested but couldn't buy, or who wanted to buy again but forgot, without missing out. A distinctive feature is that it can be operated in an integrated manner using the same design philosophy as subscription measures, without combining multiple tools.
4. Email and LINE can be operated with the same design philosophy
Using separate tools for email and LINE requires duplicate delivery settings, doubling the operational burden. StoreCRM has both email and LINE functions, so you can continue your CRM initiatives with less setup and operational burden.
5. Analysis reports help you identify areas for improvement
Rather than just sending messages, you can improve the effectiveness of your message campaigns by checking the open rate and click rate. Use StoreCRM's analytical report creation function to check the results of your messages and gradually adjust the segment, timing, and wording to improve the effectiveness of your messages.
StoreCRM × GO SUB compatibility
GO SUB is responsible for "subscription status management," while StoreCRM is responsible for "status-based communication."
By combining and utilizing these, we will improve subscription retention rates.
There are three major "barriers" to operating a subscription service.
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Challenges in converting from single items to subscriptions
Single-item buyers are slow to switch to regular purchases -
The challenge of early withdrawal
Cancellations and skips are likely to occur after the first or second visit -
The challenge of rut
Although it continues, the experience becomes fixed and the enthusiasm dies down.
When you combine StoreCRM and GO SUB,
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Solutions to the challenges of converting from single items to subscriptions
Explain the benefits of switching from single purchase to subscription through "staged distribution" -
Countermeasures for early dropout issues
To eliminate any anxiety immediately after the initial purchase, the service will be distributed in advance on the first, third, seventh, etc. days of subscription. -
Solutions to the problem of monotony
Deliver usage ideas, seasonal suggestions, and limited-time offers only to continuing subscribers
You can take measures such as:
3 highly effective measures using StoreCRM × GO SUB
Here are three easy-to-implement and effective measures to implement in practice.

Measure 1: Step-by-step delivery to convert non-regular subscribers to subscription (single purchase → subscription)
We will segment customers who have purchased individual items and deliver scenarios to them.
Customer segment examples (target customers)
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Purchased a specific product "single item"
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I haven't signed up for a subscription yet
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Purchased within the last ◯ days (e.g. within 30 days)
Delivery scenario examples (immediately after purchase/assuming full use/3 months later/6 months later...)
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Immediately after purchase (same day to next day): How to use and frequently asked questions
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Just before you run out (e.g., 20-25 days later): Suggest that "Next time, it might be easier to buy a regular subscription"
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After 3 months: Examples of use by continuing users (experience value)
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Six months later: Re-propose the subscription (without being too pushy)
the aim
Many single-item purchasers are in a state where they "know that a subscription is a good idea, but they can't decide."
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What kind of person is it suitable for?
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Eliminate concerns (restrictions/skipability/frequency)
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What will be easier if you continue?
will be explained step by step.
Measure 2: Providing information immediately after initial subscription purchase (foundation for continuation)
First-time subscribers will be tagged and sent a scenario.
Example Scenario
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Send a message when a customer adds "gosub-subscriber"
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Set the execution conditions to send only once to the same customer
Message example: Delivered on the 0th, 3rd, 7th, and 14th day of subscription
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Day 0 (immediately after joining):
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Thank you + "Next delivery estimate" + How to change settings
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Day 3:
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How to use (video/article) + common mistakes
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Day 7:
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Usage ideas (seasonal/scene suggestions)
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Day 14:
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"Prepare for next time soon" Reminder + FAQ
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the aim
The main reasons for initial withdrawal are:
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Difference in expectations
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Worried (When will it arrive? Can I change it?)
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I don't know how to use it
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HereTaking proactive measures will increase retention rates.
Measure 3: Segmented delivery to continuing users (VIP customers) (improving loyalty)
Customer segment examples (target customers)
- 3 or more consecutive subscriptions (determined by customer tag)
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Purchase amount is above a certain amount
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Low cancellations and skips for a certain period of time
*The definition of a "VIP customer" varies depending on the store. We recommend starting with simple criteria such as "repeated number of times."
Examples of distribution (limited offers, advance information, review requests, content for repeat customers)
- Limited offer: bundled bonuses and limited sets only available to continuing subscribers
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Advance information: Advance information on new products and new flavors
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Requesting reviews: Ask for feedback in a natural tone
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Content for continuing users: range of usage, arrangement examples, community planning
the aim
By taking measures to enhance the experience value of repeat customers, you can encourage them to continue using your service and increase their unit price.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the appropriate frequency of distribution?
It is recommended to start by narrowing it down to "important timing" (immediately after the first purchase, when the email is about to run out, before the next delivery, etc.). However, the appropriate frequency will differ depending on the product you are handling and customer attributes, so it is important to adjust it while regularly checking indicators such as the open rate, click rate, and cancellation rate after delivery.
Q2. Which should I prioritize: LINE or email?
If you are unsure, it is easier to divide the roles, such as sending important information via a channel that is easy to reach (LINE, etc.) and detailed explanations via a channel that is easy to read (email, etc.). However, the optimal channel will differ depending on the products you handle and customer attributes, so we recommend that you flexibly adjust it while regularly checking the open rate and response rate.
Q3. Where should I start first?
First, start with sending information immediately after the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions are most likely to be canceled immediately after signing up, so it's important to prepare this first.
summary
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The goal of subscriptions is not "to introduce them"Management that increases retention and LTVNow comes the real thing.
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To achieve this, we need to:Providing the necessary information at the right timeIt is important to do so.
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By using GO SUB for "status management" and StoreCRM for "development (email/LINE/automation)," operations will be easier to coordinate.
The shortest route is
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Three measures (conversion to regular purchases, guidance after the first purchase, and improving loyalty of VIP customers)Start with:
First, let's create a rotating shape.
StoreCRM Various Links
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Official website:https://storecrm.com/ja/
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Help page:https://storecrm.com/help/
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Shopify App Store:https://apps.shopify.com/obake-ma?locale=ja
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Developer (Groovy Media Inc.):https://www.groovymedia.jp/
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