CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The first choice for many consumers is now self-service. Studies have shown that almost 90% of clients anticipate a brand having its own service portal – and they prefer knowledge base enabled self-service channels such as FAQs. Adding Knowledge Management makes Customer Self Service easier.

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NobelBiz

APRIL 2, 2024

In this comprehensive article, we’ll explore the world of Enterprise Contact Center Solutions, learning about key features, top providers, types, on boarding processes and more. RELATED ARTICLE What is IVR? RELATED ARTICLE What Is ACD – Automatic Call Distribution System?

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2021

This week we feature an article by Dan Martin, Chief Executive Officer of Xpress Global Systems , an organization focused on innovation, efficiency, and scalability of shipping and distribution of flooring products. Mapping out the ‘ease of doing business’ and essentially removing any barriers to service .

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Mindtouch

MARCH 5, 2018

A good knowledge base CRM integration should empower agents to do their jobs more efficiently. It should also enable customer self-service and, by doing so, positively impact customer service KPIs like ticket deflection , mean time to resolution, and customer satisfaction (CSAT). Does Your CRM Integration Do That?

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3CLogic

APRIL 20, 2021

It’s no surprise then that leading companies are adopting voice self-service solutions in addition to their IVR solutions to not only manage call volume but provide a higher quality of customer service and improve call agent performance. The question is no longer should I adopt voice self-service for my contact center?

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CCNG

JUNE 21, 2023

Plus, customers can seek self-service, assisted-service or proactive-service options. Power your self-service channels with a robust knowledge base so users can find the information they need. But digital or self-service channels can’t always answer the question.

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JivoChat

JULY 14, 2021

If your customers are always calling, you need to work on your level of self-customer service. 77% of people view organizations more positively if the company offers self-service options for customers. What Is Self-Customer Service? Why Is Self-Customer Service Important?

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ShepHyken

JULY 16, 2021

This week we feature an article by Daniel Bishop, the assistant editor and marketing consultant for ReallySimpleSystems. This can take the form of no-tap payment options, self-service kiosks, and portable scanning and debit machines that eliminate the need for a counter.

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NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Read Case Study Watch video CRM Integration What Is a CRM Call Center Integration? CRM Call Center Integration seamlessly combines a customer relationship management (CRM) system with call center operations. Purpose: It allows businesses to merge CRM data and functionalities with their call center software.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 5, 2022

This week we feature an article by Shruti Bansal, Digital Marketing Expert at Ameyo , an AI-powered contact center solution. navigate an IVR menu and explore self-service options. For more articles from Shep Hyken and his guest contributors, go to customerserviceblog.com. It allows users to?

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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. This article delves into the essential aspects of call center optimization, including the tools and best practices that can drive performance improvements.

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Best practices Call Center Interactive Voice Response First call resolution 105

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. Leverage Your Data.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 27, 2017

Here are 4 technology solutions to help you manage your customer service more effectively: CRM Software. 2017 looks to be an important year for the four major CRM players (Microsoft, Salesforce, SAP, Oracle) as they continue to innovate their products and compete for market share.

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Technology Customer Service Management CRM 232

Totango

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Offer self-service functionalities through community and knowledge centers. Reporting becomes stronger when multiple integrations consolidate data across the tech stack, such as customer relationship management (CRM), data warehouses, and product analytics tools.

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B2B CRM Enterprise Upselling 91

NobelBiz

APRIL 23, 2024

RELATED ARTICLE What is Omnichannel Customer Engagement & How to Immprove It Embracing Automation for Enhanced Efficiency Automation is revolutionizing the collections process, especially for low-balance accounts. RELATED ARTICLE What is Call Center Compliance?

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Myra Golden Media

APRIL 11, 2023

So, if you’re ready to take your contact center to the next level, read this article! This could include a knowledge base that provides quick access to answers and solutions and a customer relationship management (CRM) system that helps agents keep track of customer interactions and preferences.

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Lumoa

APRIL 28, 2024

In This Article: Why You Need a Customer Experience (CX) Platform Platform Overview Which Platform Fits Your Needs? Medallia integrates with a wide range of data sources such as CRM systems, social media, contact centers and many more. Qualtrics and Medallia’s service model leans toward managed services rather than self-service.

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Totango

JULY 8, 2022

However, it’s important to note that you can’t support a value-driven model by using unwieldy monolithic CS platforms, piecemeal CS solutions, or by trying to force-fit your CRM system. And to do this, you need to invest in self-service, digital-first CS technology that enables company-wide CS innovation. You need Totango.

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Forbes article The Top 100 Most Customer-Centric Companies Of 2022 shared that the focus of customer-centric companies is making their consumers “feel good”. These companies cite successes in COVID relief, customer service mindset, corporate social responsibility, employee experience, and innovative solutions. CRM & Other Systems.

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Customer centricity CRM Self service Surveys 52

Babelforce

JUNE 8, 2022

Because of this, consider implementing some of the other fixes in this article before hiring agents. For example, you can automatically add data such as call logs to your CRM once the call finishes. Check out this article for more on reducing post-call work. . Create self-service resources. Improve call routing.

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Call Center Self service Interactive Voice Response Call Logging 52

aircall

AUGUST 14, 2022

Choose a voice solution that integrates with your CRM. One solution lies in integrating your voice solution with a CRM. Making sales reps’ lives easier, CRMs store customer contact information and data and give you a bird’s eye view of their interactions to date. Invest in self-service options. Workflows .

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Customer Support Benchmark CRM Chatbots 117

GetFeedback

APRIL 17, 2019

In this article, we’ll discuss the key four reasons why some customers prefer to suffer silently and then leave you for your competitors. Followed by how you turn it around can make them reach out to your customer service instead. Creating a self-service customer portal helps to avoid such situations.

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Customer Service CRM Self service Gamification 102

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Providing exceptional customer service is critical in building long-term relationships with customers and gaining their loyalty. In today’s competitive market, businesses that prioritize customer service have a competitive advantage over those that don’t.

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DMG Consulting

JANUARY 30, 2024

Thanks to AI, the CCaaS Sector Comes on Strong View this article on the publishers website The contact center-as-a-service (CCaaS) market continues to thrive despite challenging macroeconomic conditions. Vendors currently offer a mix of pricing schemes, from traditional per seat or per month fees to various consumption models.

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Contact Center CRM Enterprise Self service 48

Playvox

OCTOBER 19, 2021

According to an article published on TechTarget , 35% of businesses report having difficulty finding contact center agent candidates with the necessary skills. Related Article: 6 Signs It’s Time to Replace Spreadsheet Schedules with a Workforce Management Tool. ENJOYING THIS ARTICLE? Sign up for our newsletter.

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Contact Center Management Agent burnout Interactive Voice Response 73

CSM Magazine

MARCH 31, 2022

In this article, we will discuss ten easy tips that you can use to reduce the amount of effort your customers have to put in. Offer Customer Self-Service Options. Another way to reduce customer effort is to offer self-service options. With CRM software , businesses can track customer interactions and preferences.

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NobelBiz

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Connection to Agent: Finally, the call is connected to a suitable agent, who can view detailed information about the caller if integrated with a CRM or CTI system​​. If you’re navigating call center management challenges, our article, ‘How to Manage a Call Center Efficiently ,’ offers insights from top leaders.

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Call flow Interactive Voice Response Customer Experience Contact Center 106

TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

By leveraging new technologies such as computer vision , virtual visits and self-service AI-driven solutions, companies have a huge opportunity to turn customers into brand advocates. He’s the CAO (Chief Amazement Officer) of Shepard Presentations and leading international authority on customer service, CX, and loyalty in business.

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Noble Systems

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

To meet customer expectations, agents must be able to access all pertinent customer data in one place from a variety of sources – CRM, external databases, speech analytics and other enterprise systems. Self-serve is the new “preferred” service. Leveling up agent skills to ensure the best customer experience every time.

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Contact Center Gamification Self service Analytics 98

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. They are useful when the customer service team is not available.

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Technology Customer Experience Complaint resolution Gamification 330

ConvergeOne

JANUARY 27, 2022

This article originally appeared in Security Magazine. Powered by an IPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) foundation, C1 Conversations connects legacy and cloud-based applications across the customer engagement ecosystem through a micro-services-led platform that is largely “plug and play.”. from the agent population.

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Personalization B2B Self service CRM 101

HGS

OCTOBER 30, 2014

This article first appeared in the Fall edition of On Board magazine and is reproduced here with permission. What trends are you seeing in the world of customer service? Self-service platforms are gaining in popularity because they allow consumers to take control of solving their own problem.

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Telecommunications Airlines Self service CRM 130

Mindtouch

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Integrates with Service Cloud for agent assistance Integrates with Community Cloud for customer self-service Compatible with Lightning and Classic. Give agents a head start on case resolution in Salesforce Service Cloud. When customers choose to contact you for help, they expect prompt and accurate service.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 24, 2022

According to Gartner, by the end of this year 85% of customer service interactions will start with self-service. The best field service solutions will include consumer portals that can make scheduling service visits easy for customers by offering control over their experience.

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Customer Experience Self service Analytics Upselling 119

Babelforce

JUNE 23, 2022

And the functionality the one you use offers will impact the services you can provide. In this article, we’ll look at six features you should look out for when choosing the best call management software for your business. Self-service support. Self-service support is an essential part of call management.

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Interactive Voice Response voip Management Self service 52

CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2022

For both, services can be enhanced by utilizing a blend of self-service (for routine inquiries and requests) and live support. The importance of a healthy company culture—in which the specialists feel they are supported and part of something worthwhile—cannot be overstated for either customer care or customer service.

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Healthcare Customer Care CRM Self service 52

Global Response

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Improving your customer service sets your company apart from competitors and improves your bottom line. In this article, we’ll look at some simple and effective ways to boost your customer service—and explore how a call center can help. Implement a robust CRM system to collect, organize, and analyze customer data.

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