ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Prabhjot Singh at Knowmax , a company that empowers customer experience teams to improve engagement through AI-powered knowledge management. He talks about the trends that customer service and experience professionals can expect for the remaining months of 2023.

Customer Service 157

Customer Service Chatbots Self service Customer Care 157

Comm100

AUGUST 10, 2022

You might already know that you can automate a high portion of common support questions with chatbot software , but it can do so much more. Just like any new technology that disrupts an established industry, the benefits of chatbots are far-reaching. Similarly, many organizations adopt chatbots to handle the basic, low-value queries.

Chatbots 86

Chatbots Customer Service Wait times Sales 86

ShepHyken

JANUARY 18, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 21 Tips for 2021 Customer Experience Excellence by Lynn Hunsaker. ClearAction) Here are 21 tips for achieving 2021 customer experience excellence in these areas and beyond. by Tracey Ruff.

Customer Service 321

Customer Service B2B Journey mapping Chatbots 321

ShepHyken

AUGUST 18, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Koichumanov Erkinbek, Product Marketing Manager at Intelogos , an employee well-being and AI performance management platform. He writes about how AI technologies support customer satisfaction and employee well-being.

Customer Service 156

Customer Service Employee engagement Chatbots Morale 156

Comm100

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The life of chatbots in customer service has been turbulent. However, as bot technology has rapidly improved, so too has organizations’ readiness to adopt chatbots in their customer service operations. So let’s jump straight in to our first chatbot example. Reducing repetitive work.

Chatbots 84

Chatbots Customer Service Self service Agent burnout 84

CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Have you been waiting for the day you can scale up your customer service operations without hassle? AI chatbots for customer service provide seamless customer support that businesses need to succeed. Further, it routes basic tasks to AI, enabling your enterprise to address customer queries efficiently.

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Chatbots Customer Service Enterprise Customer Support 52

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Deniz Kuran, Head of Marketing at Idiomatic , an organization that helps companies understand their customers by translating customer feedback into actionable data. She discusses the difference between transactional and relational customer service.

Customer Service 198

Customer Service B2C B2B SaaS 198

Comm100

APRIL 10, 2024

AI is reshaping countless industries and services, and customer service is one such area that is changing for the better. An uptick in brand loyalty, something that makes the $323 billion spent yearly on loyalty management worth it. But how is this accomplished, exactly?

Customer Service 88

Customer Service Chatbots Analytics Big data 88

Inbenta

MARCH 30, 2021

During lockdowns, workers have been unable to access their workplaces and many services have been disrupted or forced to accelerate their digital transformation strategies to keep up with market demands. What is customer service automation and what benefits does it provide? Customer service automation trends.

Marketing 136

Marketing Customer Service Self service Chatbots 136

Solvvy

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

With more people using apps, web-based services, and fintech solutions, businesses must overcome the challenge of providing the best possible customer service to these new customers. What is a Customer Service Chatbot? What is the Purpose of a CS Chatbot?

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Chatbots Metrics Customer Support Customer Service 62

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: When our clients are interested in our customer service training for their “new” customer service/CX initiative, they are excited and ready to start. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 152

Customer Service Personalization Surveys Chatbots 152

Inbenta

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

In recent years, virtual assistants and AI-powered conversational chatbots have taken the center stage, popping up in hospitals, labs, pharmacies, and even nursing homes. In the age of digital customer experience, customers expect fast and convenient interactions. What is a Healthcare Chatbot? And for good reason.

Healthcare 96

Healthcare Chatbots Morale Transportation 96

TechSee

OCTOBER 9, 2018

This penchant for technology has shaped their consumer behavior and preferences, and brands must tailor their customer service strategies to suit Millennials’ attributes. They demand highly convenient and fast service. The key to reaching this powerful demographic is by understanding that technology is central to their being.

Customer Service 359

Customer Service Self service Virtual Agent Chatbots 359

ShepHyken

APRIL 23, 2021

This week we feature an article by Devin Pickell, a Growth Marketer at Nextiva. He shares customer service best practices that successful brands use to help their customers on social media. Another intuitive and frankly underutilized way brands can use social media is for addressing customer service inquiries. .

Customer Service 324

Customer Service Advertising B2B Chatbots 324

ShepHyken

MAY 22, 2023

Top Takeaways: There has been significant progress in artificial intelligence (AI), like chatbots and ChatGPT capabilities. Generative AI and other forms of self-service provide a win-win solution for organizations and customers. Artificial Intelligence will not eliminate the need for customer support professionals.

Customer Service 156

Customer Service Self service Customer centricity Contact Center 156

ShepHyken

JANUARY 27, 2017

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Shital Shah, writes about how with the right combination of technology and human touch, customer service doesn’t have to be difficult. She shares four excellent solutions to help manage your customer service more effectively. Shep Hyken.

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Technology Customer Service Management CRM 235

Eptica

JANUARY 6, 2023

Date: Friday, January 6, 2023 Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager 2022 highlights from our customer service blog. Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager 2023 promises to be a challenging year economically, directly impact customer service teams. Published on: January 06, 2023.

Customer Service 124

Customer Service Best practices Chatbots Marketing 124

ShepHyken

AUGUST 21, 2023

To provide exceptional customer service, it is essential to have a dedicated customer support team that is well-trained and equipped with the right tools and technology. Respond quickly and be available through your customers’ preferred channels, such as phone, email, text, and social media.

Customer Experience 156

Customer Experience Marketing Customer centricity Chatbots 156

Comm100

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Chatbots have steadily grown in popularity to become a key component of customer service today. With an AI chatbot in place, organizations can resolve as much as 91% of chats without involving a human agent. Research shows that 70% of customers are already using or interested in using chatbots for support.

Chatbots 89

Chatbots Metrics Average Handle Time Wait times 89

Anexa BPO

MARCH 18, 2022

And in the business world, the customer journey has changed in fundamental ways. AI-powered chatbots are becoming a big part of the travel company toolbox, allowing companies to engage with guests at every point of the customer journey. Then there’s “Edward” – an SMS AI chatbot developed by Edwardian Hotels London.

Chatbots 52

Chatbots Customer Service outsourcing Customer centricity 52

Comm100

JANUARY 17, 2024

Lean into Automation – Transforming Customer Service with AI & Human-Bot Harmony In a world where immediacy and personalization have become the cornerstones of brand communication, the realm of customer service is undergoing a revolutionary transformation. How does it benefit organizations and customer experience?

Customer Service 77

Customer Service Chatbots Customer centricity Feedback 77

JivoChat

JUNE 9, 2021

Today’s world of digital marketing is robust and diverse. This means marketers have all kinds of resources at their fingertips and can connect with customers and manage relationships on a variety of channels. One technology leading the way online is chatbot marketing. What is Chatbot Marketing?

Chatbots 52

Chatbots Marketing Upselling Surveys 52

ShepHyken

JUNE 26, 2020

This week we feature an article by Daryna Lishchynska, a Content Manager at BotsCrew. She shares research and information on how brands can transition their services to online platforms during COVID-19. Many companies have started looking at automation as a life vest for their services. When Life Gives You Lemons–Make Lemonade.

Customer Service 318

Customer Service Chatbots Sales Management 318

Help Scout

JUNE 8, 2021

Artificial intelligence (AI) shows incredible promise in 2021, but the experience of interacting with an AI chatbot is more like talking to a distracted toddler than it is to Tony Stark’s Jarvis. Still, using AI chatbots for customer service makes plenty of sense. Let’s first understand what an AI chatbot actually is.

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Chatbots Self service Technology Customer Service 144

ShepHyken

MAY 12, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. LinkedIn) When it comes to the strategic decisions that will help you thrive as a company, a positive experience is not the only factor that will make customers choose you, or stay with you. by Michael Stelzer.

Customer Service 234

Customer Service Chatbots Customer retention Marketing 234

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Make Every Day Valentine’s Day by Showing Love and Empathy to Customers by Janelle Estes. Key 2020 holiday shopping takeaways: It’s imperative to adapt as customer expectations evolve by Tara Bartley and Ashitha Bhanu.

Customer Service 246

Customer Service B2B Chatbots Self service 246

ShepHyken

JULY 31, 2020

This week we feature an article by Ashwini Dave , a digital marketing expert at Acquire. She explains the difference between customer service and customer experience and shares how implementing both into your business creates success. But, in the meantime, what happens to customer service? Customer Service.

Customer Experience 274

Customer Experience Customer Service Chatbots Upselling 274

Solvvy

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Chances are, the last time you called a customer support number, you interacted with an artificial intelligence chatbot. If the company had a great AI chatbot, the interaction might have been so natural that it took a while to realize that you weren’t actually talking to a human. What is a Chatbot Platform?

Chatbots 94

Chatbots Customer Support Interactive Voice Response Self service 94

Comm100

APRIL 22, 2021

By 2022, CNBC predicts that 75-90% of customer queries will be handled by a chatbot. From Starbucks to Duolingo and in almost every industry in between, top brands are turning to chatbots to improve their customer service and support operations. By 2025 the chatbot industry is expected to be worth $1.25

Chatbots 98

Chatbots Wait times Education Engineering 98

CSM Magazine

APRIL 24, 2024

For some businesses, it’s a group of people that purchases things and uses services. This approach cannot create a good environment for excellent customer service, because people who pay for a product, are individuals and they have unique expectations. This data does more than just inform targeted marketing.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Chatbots CRM Customer Support 52

Comm100

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Cutting wait time, reducing operational costs, and improving conversions are just some of the customer service superpowers already enabled by AI. Let’s explore the top 6 chatbot examples of 2020. A Chatbot to Help Mortgage Applications . A chatbot is the ideal companion to a home buyer’s journey with a bank.

Chatbots 58

Chatbots Customer Service Banking Healthcare 58

Nicereply

APRIL 13, 2022

Recently, AI impact (not only in customer service) has been so high that the global AI market value might reach $267 billion by 2027. It’s time for AI to continue evolving and boosting the customer service experience. AI offers personalized products and services. billion hours of worker productivity.

Customer Service 119

Customer Service Chatbots Self service Healthcare 119

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Predictions 2021: B2B Marketers Build Digital Pathways To Distanced Businesses by Lori Wizdo. The Future Of Business Is Customer-centric: 3 Pillars To Create A Customer-centric Strategy by Ilenia Vidi.

Customer Service 225

Customer Service Customer centricity B2B Contact Center 225

ShepHyken

AUGUST 19, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Which is Your CX Priority: Satisfied Customers or Profit? LinkedIn) What should your ultimate goal be when designing your customers’ experiences? Satisfied customers or profit. by Mary Drumond.

Customer Service 299

Customer Service Chatbots Contact Center Metrics 299