ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

This week we feature an article by Rahul Varshneya whos writes about how technology innovations are continuously improving the customer experience. This Maya Angelou quote fits perfectly when talking about the factors responsible for positive brand customer service. How to leverage technology for a better customer experience.

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Technology Customer Experience Complaint resolution Gamification 330

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

This week we feature an article by Nogol Tardugno who tells us how to get our contact center interactive voice response (IVR) to deliver the best customer experience. Any reports of the death of interactive voice response (IVR) as a customer service channel have been greatly exaggerated.

Interactive Voice Response 236

Interactive Voice Response Customer Experience Self service Contact Center 236

ShepHyken

AUGUST 10, 2018

This week we feature an article by Jarrin Howard who writes about how predictive analytics can enhance customer relations. – Shep Hyken. These are common examples of sites using predictive analytics catering to individual customer preferences. PCA utilizes historical data from a CRM to guess the likelihood of future events.

Analytics 168

Analytics Upselling Banking CRM 168

Fonolo

JANUARY 14, 2020

Which customer service blog posts helped to shape the last decade for you? . When we look back at the customer support industry in 2010, we see a very different beast to the one we work in today. Here, we cover the 20 best customer service blogs and influencers to follow in 2020. Jeanne Bliss.

Customer Service 136

Customer Service Chief Customer Officer Contact Center Call Center 136

Enghouse Interactive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Trends and Realities of Successful Organizations (Blog Series). Contact centers, using AI and UCaaS, drive better customer service perceptions, agent performance and improve overall outcomes . Blog #3 of 4: Customer-facing agents. Chatbots for Customers (31.0% Back office support. Subject matter experts.

Self service 66

Self service Contact Center Chatbots Average Handle Time 66

Enghouse Interactive

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

It’s Not an Option – It’s Expected (Blog Series). Register for our upcoming webinar “When, How and Why Customers Self-Help” with Steve Morrell, Managing Director and Principal Analyst of Contact Babel and John Cray, Vice President – Product Management, Enghouse Interactive. Addressing Customer Needs.

Self service 79

Self service Contact Center Chatbots First call resolution 79

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Integrating chatbots powered by AI into your business is a fantastic way to keep one step ahead of your competitors and provide superior customer service. It also improves the level of interaction between your company and its customers. CRM integrations. Natural Language Processing. How does all of this work, anyhow?

Chatbots 61

Chatbots Abandon rate CRM Education 61

ShepHyken

JULY 22, 2016

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Boaz Amidor, shares four techniques that have striking, measurable results when it comes to the efficiency of the Customer Support Program of companies providing online and mobile customer support. Customer support is just like this. Shep Hyken.

Journey mapping 180

Journey mapping Customer Support Feedback Surveys 180

Enghouse Interactive

AUGUST 26, 2020

It’s Not an Option – It’s Expected (Blog Series). Register for our upcoming w ebinar “How and Why Customers Use Self-Service” with Steve Morrell, Managing Director and Principal Analyst of ContactBabel . Blog #1 Into the Vortex “Cross Channel is the New Omni-Channel”. Customers now also expect to have choices….

Self service 58

Self service Contact Center CRM Customer Support 58

Enghouse Interactive

JULY 7, 2020

Transform the Contact Center with Microsoft Teams (blog series). Blog #2 Microsoft Teams Drives Agent Productivity. In our first blog, we explored how Microsoft Teams, when integrated into a Contact Center, helps provide a better experience for the end-customer. Self-Service Helps Agents Too. The Pressure is On.

Self service 52

Self service Contact Center CRM Quality management 52

Enghouse Interactive

OCTOBER 19, 2020

AI Makes It Possible (Blog Series). Blog #3 of 4 With context, AI seeks to improve more quickly than ever. Customer Feedback takes many forms and most are relatively static and easily processed – surveys, feedback forms, polling questions, correlated to the customer’s continuity of purchases. Aggregating.

First call resolution 52

First call resolution Feedback Enterprise Contact Center 52

Beyond Philosophy

JANUARY 20, 2022

Over the last 20 years, Customer Experience has been a concept embraced by businesses. . However, despite this emphasis on providing excellent experiences, customer satisfaction levels have not improved. As you can see, this was pre-pandemic and a time that I think of as the height of the Customer Experience movement.

Customer Experience 195

Customer Experience CRM Customer centricity Self service 195

NobelBiz

APRIL 2, 2024

Are customers becoming more and more demanding with time? With the growing customer expectations, enterprises are under great pressure to deliver exceptional service. May offer less flexibility in terms of customization and integration, with pre-defined workflows and limited compatibility with other systems.

contact center solutions 106

contact center solutions Enterprise Contact Center Interactive Voice Response 106

Comm100

APRIL 2, 2024

Customer satisfaction (CSAT) scores are a vital metric for any business trying to track and improve their customer service and support. The scores provide a snapshot of how satisfied your customers are with your products or services, indicating areas of success and those needing improvement.

Wait times 89

Wait times Feedback CRM Surveys 89

3CLogic

APRIL 10, 2024

A digital-first approach lies at the core of every contact center’s transformation strategy, yet solely relying on digital channels risks damaging your customer service. In this article, we’ll explore how to streamline service management by adopting an omnichannel engagement workspace. This is sometimes easier said than done.

Management 64

Management Call Logging CRM Call flow 64

Comm100

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

It’s all the product of the on-demand economy, which has come to dominate across industries and has forced organizations to rethink the way they do business and provide customer service. It heavily utilizes digital technology products and services to cater directly to customer needs. What are on-demand economies?

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Chatbots Self service Transportation 52

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 8, 2017

This week we feature an article by Mansi Bhatia who looks at ways organizations can transform contact centers into a customer engagement center. I like the idea of a customer engagement center. – Shep Hyken. Customer service has the power to make or break a company. Contact Customers on their Preferred Channel.

Contact Center 112

Contact Center Customer Service Chatbots Virtual Agent 112

Totango

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

With acquisition costs proving too high in today’s constrained environment, many businesses are finally putting greater focus on nurturing existing customer relationships to ensure retention and expansion. Offer self-service functionalities through community and knowledge centers. Analyzing extensive datasets to forecast trends.

B2B 91

B2B CRM Enterprise Upselling 91

Lumoa

APRIL 28, 2024

Every interaction with your business has the power to build or damage the relationship with your customer – and can directly impact your revenue. 78% of customers have backed out of a purchase due to a poor customer experience (CX). More than 80% of business leaders see customer experience as a growing priority in 2024.

Feedback 83

Feedback Consulting Consulting Enterprise 83

TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

Customers expect better and faster pre and post purchase services. Whether they need help setting up a new device or to repair a damaged product, the way in which these interactions are handled are at the heart of customer satisfaction. Eric Esguerra, Vice President, Customer Service & Operations at Miele Canada Ltd.

Customer Service 251

Customer Service Chief Customer Officer Contact Center Consulting 251

Totango

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Apple and IBM Peanut butter and jelly Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg Marketing and Customer Success They are all unexpected — yet incredibly successful — partnerships. On the other hand, the CCO focuses on what happens after the sale, overseeing onboarding, customer support, driving retention, and minimizing churn.

Chief Customer Officer 91

Chief Customer Officer Customer centricity Metrics CRM 91

NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

When companies implement specific tools and best practices, they can significantly improve their customer experience (CX), increase agent performance, and ensure high-quality service. It represents a holistic approach that is aimed at transforming call center functions into a streamlined, customer-focused powerhouse.

Best practices 105

Best practices Call Center Interactive Voice Response First call resolution 105

Totango

MAY 17, 2022

Wondering what is the best CRM for B2B sales? Well we’re here to help with our guide to the best CRMs for both small businesses and enterprises in 2022. Use this guide to help you find the best B2B CRM for your business. Use this guide to help you find the best B2B CRM for your business. What is a B2B CRM?

B2B 79

B2B Sales CRM Enterprise 79

Hodusoft

JULY 19, 2023

In-Depth Guide: Inbound Call Center Software Inbound call center software is an essential tool for delivering optimal customer service. It is designed to help businesses in efficient management and handling of large volumes of incoming customer calls.

call center software 98

call center software Call Center Interactive Voice Response Average Handle Time 98

Comm100

APRIL 22, 2024

The productivity of your customer service agents directly impacts your company’s success. Enhanced agent productivity not only accelerates response times but also elevates the overall quality of service. This can directly lead to improved customer satisfaction, increased sales, and more repeat business.

Chatbots 52

Chatbots Feedback Customer centricity Wait times 52

ChurnZero

DECEMBER 27, 2019

I f ChurnZero were to release a greatest hits compilation of our top content, milestones, and life events in 2019, this blog post would be it. With over 70+ published blogs this year, we whittled down our list to the ten most popular posts from the ChurnZero team and friends. . Top 10 Blog Posts from 2019 .

Chief Customer Officer 64

Chief Customer Officer SaaS B2B Best practices 64

JustCall

MAY 26, 2022

We have two kinds of partner programs – 1) Affiliate Partner Program: Refer customers to JustCall & earn recurring commissions. Your agents to make, receive, track and record phone calls directly from web, mobile or the CRM/Helpdesk tool they use. About Affiliate Partner Program – What is JustCall?

CRM 98

CRM APIs Sales Technology 98

JustCall

APRIL 3, 2024

CRM integration: While you can upload lead data using.csv or.xls files, CRM integration should also be available. This decreases manual data entry and enables direct calling from your CRM through click-to-call features (as offered by platforms such as JustCall). Auto dialers are a secret weapon for call centers and sales teams.

Sales 52

Sales CRM Scripts APIs 52

VirtualPBX

MARCH 7, 2024

Alongside PSTN, alternatives such as Airdial, a cost-effective POTS alternative for replacing traditional copper wire telephone service, have emerged, offering innovative solutions to traditional telephony challenges. Integrations may include customer relationship management (CRM) software, help desk systems, and team collaboration tools.

voip 59

voip Telecommunications Wireless CRM 59

Vcaretec

JUNE 6, 2022

When it comes to customer care across major industries, like Retail & E-Commerce, Wireless & Telecommunications, and Healthcare, there are plenty of smart minds out there. As a leader in outsourced customer service solutions, the customer care specialists at Vcare voted on fifty of the top thought leaders in our space.

Customer Care 98

Customer Care Chief Customer Officer CRM Wireless 98

VirtualPBX

MARCH 7, 2024

Alongside PSTN, alternatives such as Airdial, a cost-effective POTS alternative for replacing traditional copper wire telephone service, have emerged, offering innovative solutions to traditional telephony challenges. Integrations may include customer relationship management (CRM) software, help desk systems, and team collaboration tools.

voip 52

voip Telecommunications Wireless CRM 52

VirtualPBX

JUNE 21, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore six impactful ways VirtualPBX can significantly lower your business’s operating costs this summer. With VirtualPBX, you can avoid unnecessary expenses by paying only for the services you require.

voip 98

voip Call Logging Telecommunications Morale 98

NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The call center industry has been changing faster than ever, due to technological breakthroughs and constantly evolving customer demands. In 2024, businesses have the crucial responsibility of understanding and adopting the latest technology trends in customer service.

call center software 59

call center software Call Center Interactive Voice Response Contact Center 59

JustCall

APRIL 3, 2024

It shows more customers are interested in your product or service. But, it also leads to chaotic calls and handling long call queues for customer support and sales teams. It can further lead to a dip in customer experience and a shrinking ROI. When a call surge hits, your sales and customer service teams bear the brunt.

Sales 52

Sales Interactive Voice Response Abandon rate Wait times 52

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2023

Mortgage customer relationship management (CRM) software is essential for any mortgage company looking to manage its leads and clients effectively. This blog post will explore some of the latest and most innovative features of modern mortgage CRM software. Chatbots have been in existence for a while.

CRM 52

CRM Real estate Chatbots Construction 52

VirtualPBX

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Guest Blog from Sphinx Solution Nowadays, a solid communication system is the key to any business success. Integrating VoIP & texting in your business transforms the way you communicate with your partners, customers, and employees. Consider important factors like reliability, call quality, customer support, etc.

voip 105

voip CRM Consulting Consulting 105

Fonolo

MAY 23, 2023

Customer service is all about meeting and exceeding customer expectations. But did you know that hyper-personalization in the contact center is one of the best ways to delight your customers? Customers want to feel seen. And they’ll reward businesses who invest in hyper-personalized service with their loyalty.

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Contact Center Personalization Analytics Chatbots 106