Nicereply

MARCH 10, 2021

Outsourcing customer support is an effective way to manage your customer service system, but it can be a double-edged sword. Customer support is the backbone of a lasting relationship between you and your customers (current and potential). Your brand can flourish or perish by your customer support system.

outsourcing 98

outsourcing Customer Support Automotive B2C 98

TeamSupport

AUGUST 5, 2020

The argument can be made that if you have the right B2B customer support software solution, the chat bot is not a good idea. For one, some customers may look to speak to a real person and be annoyed when they find out that they have started a session with a chat bot. Many times, the customer has given up by then.

B2B 89

B2B Customer Support B2C Personalization 89

CSM Magazine

MAY 16, 2023

More businesses are recognising the value of outstanding customer service. In fact, 88% of companies now prioritise customer experience in their contact centres. Providing an outstanding customer support experience can strengthen these relationships.

B2B 52

B2B Customer Support outsourcing Customer centricity 52

Vcaretec

JUNE 1, 2022

The way you treat prospects and existing customers affect brand perception. And that's why you should not neglect customer support at any stage of your business. 96% of customers say customer support influences their loyalty to a brand Great user experiences, driven by customer support, create lifetime customers.

Customer Support 52

Customer Support B2B B2C Call Center 52

UJET

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

B2C companies may be the expected industry that benefits most from this influence, but B2B companies are also experiencing the importance of competing for this audience. How Millennials and Generation Z technology and communications preferences are reshaping customer support. Download the e-book.

Customer Support 63

Customer Support B2C B2B Technology 63

CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The 2021 Customer Support Trends Report shows how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting support leaders’ annual plans and identifies conversational support as a key strategic area of investment in 2021. The report is based on a survey of nearly 600 customer support leaders from B2B and B2C organizations.

Customer Support 52

Customer Support B2C Chatbots B2B 52

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Customer service teams should have one common goal. In customer service, different teams, such as the customer support team, the social media department, and the sales team, have their individual roles. Still, the goal must be unified to win the customer over with an amazing experience. It’s human to human.

Brand ambassadors 162

Brand ambassadors B2C Coaching B2B 162

Ameyo

JULY 15, 2018

The harsh reality for today’s business organizations is that it takes months to find a customer and just few seconds to lose one. In the age of instant gratification, nobody likes to wait and if you are a B2C brand, then this becomes an even bigger issue. Your customers want quick answers to the queries at their convenience.

Customer Support 60

Customer Support B2C Customer Experience Customer Service 60

ShepHyken

MARCH 12, 2021

The impact extends from B2C (business-to-customer) markets to B2B (business-to-business) sales as well. Technology isn’t a disruptive force in B2C retail only, a sector that has seen a massive e-commerce shift. The pandemic has brought everyone back to basics. Budgets have run tight, making buyers selective about what they pick.

B2B 365

B2B Journey mapping B2C Telecommunications 365

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Depending on what we sell, whether B2B or B2C, the buying cycle may take more than one visit. So, when does the customer start making the decision to buy? That first time the customer lands on your website or makes a phone call – that’s the opening act. There’s the follow-up, customer support and repeat business.

B2C 314

B2C Entertainment B2B Sales 314

aircall

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Plans, Predictions, Insights, and Opinions From 475 Customer Support Leaders. This survey provides a detailed (and timely) answer to a two-part question: What are the issues today’s customer support leaders care about the most? How are they designing their customer support strategies as a result?

Surveys 54

Surveys Customer Support B2C CRM 54

aircall

MARCH 22, 2018

I’m always asking questions at work (occasionally aloud, frequently in my head), but I’d say Aircall’s 2018 Customer Support Strategy Survey has been the most productive outlet for my curiosity yet. What do customer support teams see standing in the way of their success?”. B2B vs. B2C, Small Teams vs. Large Teams, etc.).

Customer Support 59

Customer Support B2C B2B Surveys 59

aircall

MARCH 22, 2018

I’m always asking questions at work (occasionally aloud, frequently in my head), but I’d say Aircall’s 2018 Customer Support Strategy Survey has been the most productive outlet for my curiosity yet. What do customer support teams see standing in the way of their success?”. B2B vs. B2C, Small Teams vs. Large Teams, etc.).

Customer Support 54

Customer Support B2C B2B Surveys 54

Solvvy

AUGUST 21, 2020

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?

Chatbots 62

Chatbots Customer Support Self service B2C 62

TeamSupport

JUNE 3, 2020

Companies want you to switch, but when it comes to B2B (business-to-business) customer support software, how do you know when it’s a good idea? To get started, here is a list of questions to ask yourself so you can better understand if you need to make a change with your support software.

B2B 64

B2B Customer Support B2C Self service 64

aircall

MARCH 22, 2018

I’m always asking questions at work (occasionally aloud, frequently in my head), but I’d say Aircall’s 2018 Customer Support Strategy Survey has been the most productive outlet for my curiosity yet. What do customer support teams see standing in the way of their success?”. B2B vs. B2C, Small Teams vs. Large Teams, etc.).

Customer Support 48

Customer Support B2C B2B Surveys 48

Totango

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This encompasses interactions with your brand during all stages of their customer journey , including before purchase, during the buying process, and after making a purchase. B2B customer experience differs from B2C customer experience in several important ways. Why Take B2B Customer Experience Seriously?

B2B 107

B2B Customer Experience B2C SaaS 107

TeamSupport

JANUARY 4, 2019

Of everything a business-to-business (B2B) company must be great at in order to grow, delivering personalized customer support at scale needs to be a priority. Making customer support personalized, then continually improving upon the experience is what truly shows your customers that they are a top priority for you.

B2B 56

B2B Personalization Customer Support B2C 56

Bill Quiseng

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Today’s course is a prerequisite for business professionals in the B2C or hospitality industry. This is not a customer service training class. You are happy because your customers are satisfied with their experience. Welcome to CX 101. It’s an elective for the B2B or the online/digital industry.

B2C 78

B2C B2B Education Metrics 78

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Yes, it’s focused on retail, but with supply-chain issues hitting virtually every industry (B2C and B2B), the ideas shared in this article are applicable to most businesses. 5 Smart Strategies That Help Avoid Losing Loyal Customers by Natalya Bucuy. If you are in a business that ships merchandise, then you must read this article.

Customer Service 209

Customer Service Chatbots B2C B2B 209

ShepHyken

MAY 23, 2018

86% of surveyed customers said that if there was an emotional connection with a customer support agent and the customer felt they were cared for and valued, they would be willing to continue to do business with the company again. The numbers are different in the B2B world, as the customer may have fewer options.

Customer Service 242

Customer Service B2B B2C Surveys 242

TeamSupport

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

There are A LOT of features available for companies to choose from when deciding what’s important in their Business to Business (B2B) customer support software solution. These agreements should be both trackable and enforcable in a customer support system. Customer hub technology – Do you have a Wiki?

B2B 53

B2B Customer Support Self service B2C 53

ShepHyken

AUGUST 6, 2023

Since the beginning of my career, I’ve preached about that many customer service skills and CX strategies apply to every type of company in any industry. That includes B2C, B2B, and G2C (Government to Citizen). Using AI the right way will enhance the relationship versus frustrate the customer.

Customer Service 156

Customer Service B2C Customer retention Government 156

Bill Quiseng

JUNE 21, 2023

They seek the best emotional value in their entire experience, not the minutiae of your logically reasonable best price, product, or service, virtual or physical locations, AI, live chat, or face-to-face customer support, or the many other small details of your experience. Customers don’t seek B2B or B2C businesses.

B2C 134

B2C B2B Personalization Customer Support 134

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 24, 2022

My Comment: This article is actually an interview with PwC Customer Transformation Leader George Korizis. While the title focuses on retailers balancing digital and human-to-human experiences, there is a lot that any company (B2C or B2B) can take away from the lessons shared. Customers are using apps for shopping and customer support.

Customer Service 129

Customer Service B2C B2B SaaS 129

Beyond Philosophy

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Since 2005, over 50,000 respondents, in 49 countries and multiple b2b and b2c industries have participated in research incorporating the Hierarchy model emotions. In this post, we are addressing the perceived value influence of emotions and memory on b2b and b2c customers. Some additional stats: We have asked approximately 4.5

B2C 208

B2C Banking B2B Customer advocacy 208

Totango

JULY 18, 2018

Customers often turn to Customer Service or Customer Support teams for help throughout the customer journey. From onboarding challenges, to user experience difficulties, to product misfires, the Customer Support or Customer Service agent is often the customer’s “first responder.”.

Customer Support 56

Customer Support B2C Customer retention Upselling 56

ShepHyken

MAY 4, 2020

The way we come back is paramount to the long term success we hope to have with our existing customers, as well as new ones – regardless of the type of business we’re in (B2B or B2C). 7 Guidelines Starting Customer Experience by Christine Crandell. My Comment: What business doesn’t want customer loyalty?

Customer Service 239

Customer Service B2C B2B Contact Center 239

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

My Comment: Your website is a powerful opportunity to deliver a better customer experience. I like that this article focuses on B2B, but the same ideas can be applied to the B2C online experience. Customer and Employee Criticism: Your Leverage Tool for Growth by Ricardo Saltz Gulko. Imagine that!

Customer Service 213

Customer Service B2B B2C Call Center 213

SmartKarrot

JULY 21, 2020

There are basically two categories in which your business would fit – B2B and B2C. While in the B2C category, you would want to target your product to direct consumers. In both the categories you need to ensure that you retain your customers. In both the categories you need to ensure that you retain your customers.

B2C 10

B2C B2B SaaS CRM 10

Totango

MARCH 4, 2022

First, we’ll define what B2B customer service is and distinguish it from customer support in B2C industries. Then, we’ll consider how B2B customer service differs from customer success in a B2B context. B2B vs. B2C Customer Service.

B2B 91

B2B Customer Service Interactive Voice Response B2C 91

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

(Sharpen) We’ve put together a five-step plan to help you eliminate the negative customer service stereotype from your call center. These steps will help you boost your agents’ performance and keep your customers coming back. My Comment: Some people would rather go to the dentist than call customer support.

Customer Service 209

Customer Service B2C Government Call Center 209

Comm100

JANUARY 21, 2020

B2B vs. B2C conversion. B2B and B2C digital journeys have their own set of channel preferences. B2B companies have been slower than B2C in adopting digital transformation. However, they’re catching up quickly in response to customer demand—and it’s paying off. B2B tends to expect responses within 1-24 hours. Conclusion.

B2C 83

B2C B2B Benchmark Best practices 83

TeamSupport

OCTOBER 8, 2020

The editors sat down with TeamSupport co-founder and COO, Eric Harrington, to talk about customer support in the time of COVID and building strong customer relationships in Part 1 of this series, and current trends and the future of B2B customer support in Part 2. What are the strategies employed by TeamSupport?

B2C 59

B2C B2B Enterprise CRM 59

TeamSupport

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Global events have changed the way companies—whether B2B or B2C—interact with their customers. And it’s been up to customer service teams to ensure that customers have seamless, stress-free interactions. Here at TeamSupport, we agree with this year’s theme that customer service professionals should be celebrated !

Customer Service 101

Customer Service Brand ambassadors B2C Morale 101

Talkdesk

AUGUST 9, 2016

Self-service customer support has been a major part of the recent transformation of the company-customer relationship. The modern customer expects a personalized experience when they reach out to businesses. For B2C companies, FAQ sections may suffice. Enables customer service representatives to specialize.

Self service 40

Self service Customer Support B2C B2B 40

GetFeedback

DECEMBER 4, 2018

For us customer service folks it’s the time of the year that we call: the not-so-jolly holiday rush. For B2C companies, the holiday rush means a significant increase in support requests from customers trying to finish their holiday shopping. I’ll be the first to admit that support people apologize far too much.

Customer Service 103

Customer Service B2C B2B Self service 103