ShepHyken

APRIL 5, 2019

This week we feature an article by Irina Kirnos who writes about how chatbots are customer experience tools that are changing the way that companies interact with their customers. Chatbots are more than just automated FAQ answer generators. From Customer Service to Customer Experience.

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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.

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Customer Service Chatbots Self service Customer Care 152

ShepHyken

MAY 31, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 5 Ways to Drive Brand Loyalty and Customer Lifetime Value by Ian Simons. (Ad Take a close look at number four, which is about optimizing for lifetime value, not just the cost of acquisition for a new customer. (I

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 21, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: We open this week’s Top Five roundup with four experts from Gartner who share their thoughts about the top three customer service and support trends for 2024. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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Customer Service Advertising Chatbots Self service 147

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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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.

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Customer Service Employee engagement Chatbots Morale 156

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.

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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.

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Chatbots Customer Service Wait times Sales 86

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.

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Customer Service Personalization Surveys Chatbots 147

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.

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Chatbots Customer Service Self service Agent burnout 84

Comm100

APRIL 10, 2024

AI is reshaping countless industries and services, and customer service is one such area that is changing for the better. Customer service: The current challenges Traditional customer service procedures face many limitations, with human employees often subjected to stressful experiences daily.

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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. I’m unique, treat me that way: Millennials demand personalization and are willing to pay the price.

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Customer Service Self service Virtual Agent Chatbots 359

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.

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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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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 3 Ways to Move From Customer Service to Customer Care by Patrick McCullough. Destination CRM) What’s the difference between customer service and customer care? How about “customer care?”

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Customer Service Chatbots Customer Care Self service 168

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. .

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Customer Service Advertising B2B Chatbots 316

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. We’ll also highlight essential tools for a successful hyper-personalization strategy.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Personalizing omnichannel experiences involves tailoring your interactions with customers across multiple channels to meet their unique needs and preferences. Here are some tips on how to personalize omnichannel experiences: 1. This information can help you create a more personalized experience.

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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.

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Customer Experience Marketing Customer centricity Chatbots 156

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 30, 2020

This week we feature an article from Esther Lowde, a Marketing Executive at telbee. She writes about how businesses can utilize modern voice technology to create a better experience overall for their customers. What is the best way to improve relationships with your customers? 2 Voice Technology Improves Accessibility.

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Technology Customer Service Personalization Chatbots 331

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.

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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.

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Customer Service Self service Customer centricity Contact Center 156

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

AI-powered chatbots have made significant progress in customer service over the years. This was highlighted by the recent DPD chatbot incident where a malfunctioning chatbot received a lot of negative media attention.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 9, 2024

Thanks to artificial intelligence, the game has changed for how companies talk to you and me – it’s all about getting personal in a smart way. Thanks to AI’s power, sifting through massive chunks of information helps businesses get up close and personal with customer trends and necessities.

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Anexa BPO

MARCH 18, 2022

And in the business world, the customer journey has changed in fundamental ways. Additionally, customer service as a concept has been revolutionized and re-invented as ‘customer experience’ – today’s hot button business topic that refers to the impression your customers have of your brand as a whole, through all stages of the buyer’s journey.

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Chatbots Customer Service outsourcing Customer centricity 52

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?

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ShepHyken

MARCH 31, 2018

Earlier this month I attended Social Media Marketing World , the largest conference on social media marketing in the world. Over the last few years, customer service has shifted from traditional phone support toward social media channels like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and others. Reactive Social Customer Service.

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Marketing Customer Service Airlines Self service 217

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. Why should businesses lean into automation?

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Customer Service Chatbots Customer centricity Feedback 77

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Natasha Thakkar, Content Marketing Manager at Oleeo. She writes about the five ways to become an effective and efficient customer service manager. A customer service manager’s main priority is to retain customers. Having the right attitude is vital in this endeavor.

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Customer Service Management Feedback Chatbots 138

Comm100

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The sudden birth of ChatGPT into the mass market has created as many questions as it provides answers. Its sophisticated ability to understand and generate human-like text has unlocked opportunities across sectors, one of the most intriguing being customer service. The Dangers & Shortcomings of ChatGPT Customer Service 1.

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Customer Service Calibration Chatbots Wait times 97

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.

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Customer Experience Customer Service Chatbots Upselling 270

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. What about the individualistic approach? These can signal potential issues.

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Customer Service Chatbots CRM Customer Support 52

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?

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Chatbots Customer Support Interactive Voice Response Self service 94

Win the Customer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In today’s fast-paced digital world, customer expectations are higher than ever, and they demand quick and efficient responses. This is where artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots come into play, revolutionizing the way businesses interact with their customers. Customer service is the lifeblood of any business.

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Customer Service Chatbots Personalization Technology 64