Taco Bell Order Feedback Survey
So How Was Your Order?
In 2022, Taco Bell’s customer satisfaction surveys were underperforming, with email and kiosk participation rates falling short of expectations. A decision was made to create an in-app survey experience, aiming to increase engagement by meeting customers where they are—on their phones.
The mission: create an in-app survey that felt seamless, fun, and encouraged customers to share feedback about their recent order. By leveraging push notifications, we could meet customers at the right time—right after they ordered—boosting response rates and collecting actionable insights.
As the product design lead, I worked closely with a cross-functional team, including a product manager, data analyst, content strategist, and iOS and Android developers. Together, we ensured the survey experience aligned with business goals and was optimized across platforms, while keeping the user experience seamless and intuitive. This collaboration was key to delivering an experience that drove higher engagement and provided valuable customer insights.
Data-Informed Design
We started by analyzing existing survey data, including email and kiosk surveys. Key metrics like participation rates, satisfaction scores, and dropout rates highlighted areas for improvement.
Existing Data:
•1.3% email participation rate (4 million emails sent)
•44% of respondents rated their experience as "Highly Satisfied" (5 Bells) 🔔
•40% email dropout rate and 80% kiosk dropout rate 😓
This data was instrumental in designing a more engaging and efficient survey flow, leading to higher completion rates and better feedback quality.
Designing the In-App Survey Flow
The survey opens as a push notification overlay, allowing users to provide feedback without leaving the app. A swipe-down option lets users dismiss the survey and return to their current task. We focused on user-friendly interactions and keeping it simple—no interruptions, just easy feedback.
Key Features:
•Two distinct flows: 5-star reviews celebrate great experiences, while lower ratings prompt the “Contact Us” form.
•Survey overlay for easy feedback without leaving the app.
•Tangible rewards like the Cantina Chicken Taco were introduced to boost sign-ups and loyalty. 🌮
Results
The MVP launched in November 2022, and by early 2023, we saw strong adoption and improved sentiment around feedback.
Key Outcomes:
•62% increase in monthly responses (13k → 34k) 📈
•3.4% open rate for in-app surveys 💥
•5% increase in positive feedback and a decrease in dissatisfaction 😃
The new survey design not only improved participation rates but also led to a better understanding of customer sentiments, paving the way for future improvements in app experience and order quality. 🏆