Summary  
This chapter covers the concept of user journey mapping, which visualizes user actions, touchpoints, emotions, and friction points across different stages to identify areas for improvement.  

General domain of usage  
E-commerce customer experience management

Building on the foundation of **personas**, which help you understand **who your users are**, **user journey mapping** takes that knowledge further. It shows **how users engage** with your product, **what they feel** during interactions, and **where they face difficulties**. This step is crucial for creating products that go beyond basic needs to deliver an **emotional connection** with users.  

Before identifying **friction points**, let's **visualize a real-world customer journey**. The following **case study** shows how **Amazon** handles its **customer interactions**.

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Why User Journey Mapping Matters