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A History of Customer Support Technology

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Here’s a look back at how customer support technologies evolved over the last century, and a peak at where they’re going next. 1960s-1970s: Emergence of Call Centers The concept of providing on-demand customer support began with call centers in the 1960s. One of the early pioneers in CRM software was ACT!,

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Guest Blog: The Do’s and Dont’s of Using Chatbots for Customer Service

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This week we feature an article by Reuben Yonatan who writes about how using chatbots for customer service properly can be a powerful customer service tool. Chatbots can be great for handling basic customer support functions, communicating with customers when a rep isn’t available and more. – Shep Hyken.

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Elevating Customer Support: Five Goals to Strive for in 2024

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Either way, before you pop that bottle of champagne, it’s time to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions for your customer support team. In today’s increasingly competitive marketplace, people—particularly those in customer support—are key to setting your company apart from the crowd.

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Convert your Salesforce FAQ into a Chatbot

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Last Updated on November 3, 2023 We all know how chatbots are powerful virtual agents that can help you in a myriad of tasks, including automating customer support, answering FAQs, etc. We have also seen how CRM systems can help you grow your business swiftly, and how a powerful synergy of CRMs and Chatbots can [.]

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5 Ways to Maintain Quality While Scaling Customer Support

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But one way to ensure you can scale without compromising on quality is to scale your customer support team too. This means that however much your customer base expands or your business offering diversifies, you’re still providing what lies at the heart of a successful business: excellent customer service. .

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5 Reasons You Need a Next-Gen Chatbot for Customer Support

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The Time is Right for a Customer Support Chatbot. In 2020 it’s become more important than ever to provide your customers with fast, effective, and personalized support. Top companies need to be able to handle increased volumes and customer expectations with fewer resources. What is a Next-Gen Chatbot?

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How CRM increases customer satisfaction: Top examples

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Happy customers lead to better retention and repeat business. You need excellent customer relationship management (CRM) and customer experience to keep them happy. Read on to learn how CRM increases customer satisfaction and why it is vital to use this solution. How customer service has changed.

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