Beyond Philosophy

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

In our recent podcast, we had a guest Bob Thompson, CEO of Customer Think Corp., an independent research and publishing firm focused on customer-centric business management and the founder and editor-in-chief of CustomerThink.com. The metrics you choose should line up with your actions and the goals you are trying to meet.

Customer Experience 385

Customer Experience Journey mapping Customer centricity Surveys 385

Beyond Philosophy

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

They focused their attention on the customer-facing teams at first. This strategy is ideal for getting an improvement program off the ground. That would leave one group with a customer-centric mindset and the rest without one. I wasn’t surprised by this problem, and I will explain why in this issue.

Finance 195

Finance Customer centricity Accountability Technical Support 195

Totango

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

A customer-oriented approach to business is fast becoming a necessary ingredient for success in today’s customer-centric economy. The idea is simple: look after your customers, and your customers will look after you. This represents a shift from bygone eras when growth strategies were more sales-focused.

Customer centricity 71

Customer centricity Best practices Upselling Enterprise 71

Totango

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

A customer-oriented approach to business is fast becoming a necessary ingredient for success in today’s customer-centric economy. The idea is simple: look after your customers, and your customers will look after you. This represents a shift from bygone eras when growth strategies were more sales-focused.

Customer centricity 62

Customer centricity Best practices Upselling Enterprise 62

ShepHyken

MAY 26, 2023

Recognizing these shortcomings is crucial for businesses to understand the need for next-generation loyalty programs that prioritize customer-centricity and enhanced experiences. One common challenge is effectively managing the vast amount of customer data required for personalization.

Gamification 156

Gamification Customer Experience Customer centricity Personalization 156

Horizon CX

APRIL 30, 2024

While transformation involves reshaping an organization into something new, customer experience (CX) professionals wield significant potential to drive this change, even from positions below the C-level. It can be done, but it will require resilience.

Customer centricity 52

Customer centricity Analytics Customer Experience Metrics 52

ClearAction

DECEMBER 26, 2022

CX Index: Cracking the Code in Your Customer Experience Strategy Lynn Hunsaker. The CX Index measures customer experience among brands in 13 industries. To pierce the “Excellent” glass ceiling, your customer experience strategy must shift gears. Customer Loyalty. Customer Loyalty Factors.

Customer Experience 71

Customer Experience Customer centricity Sales Metrics 71

CSM Practice

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Customer success teams use playbooks and strategies in their ongoing efforts to ensure customers achieve operational success and maximize value from your solution offerings. But how do you measure the effectiveness of your customer success team and their playbooks? Customer Financial Metrics.

Metrics 59

Metrics Customer advocacy Customer centricity Customer effort 59

NobelBiz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

For call centers, metrics provide insights that shape strategies and determine operational efficiency. Among these metrics, the “Talk” metric stands out as a vital instrument. It delves into agent-customer interactions, revealing both the quantity and quality of these engagements. But that’s not all.

Metrics 52

Metrics Call Center Outbound sales Contact Center 52

Global Response

JANUARY 9, 2023

Your customers. Amidst the daily focuses of product, sales, marketing and business strategy, the customer’s needs and experiences can get lost. As a result, brands that want to grow their organization and customer base should consider taking on a customer-focused strategy. What Is Customer Focus?

Airlines 62

Airlines Customer centricity Feedback Metrics 62

TechSee

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Rival companies including Standard Cognition and Trigo Vision are also rolling out cashierless technology and Microsoft is also getting in on the act through a strategic partnership with Walmart. Their shared aim is to offer the ultimate in effortless customer experience through Computer Vision AI technology.

Self service 95

Self service Enterprise Customer effort Multichannel 95

TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

As companies embrace the digitization of customer support, the new standard is much more than a phone conversation with a call center representative or a visit from a field agent. This list is an homage to the business leaders and influencers pushing the envelope when it comes to innovation in customer experience. Follow on LinkedIn.

Customer Service 251

Customer Service Chief Customer Officer Contact Center Consulting 251

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

4 Reasons Why Your Customer Service Is About to Get a Whole Lot Better in 2024 by Mike Murchison (Entrepreneur) When it comes to AI and customer service, we’re going to see a virtuous cycle in 2024. My Comment: When customers talk, their friends, family, and work colleagues listen. Thank you, Replicant, for this honor!

Customer Service 152

Customer Service Customer advocacy Average Handle Time Customer centricity 152

CSM Magazine

MAY 9, 2023

To begin with, start-ups must develop customer-centric policies and practices that prioritize convenience and transparency. By focusing on clear communication and the efficient handling of complaints and inquiries, these businesses can foster trust and loyalty, encouraging customers to spread the word about their positive experiences.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Customer centricity Analytics Feedback 52

CSM Magazine

MAY 16, 2024

Here are some of the secrets to customer service success that the panelists revealed: Strategy is key. As Helen from Atom Bank put it, “We had a very clear strategy from day one.” Knowing your strategy – and executing on it relentlessly – is essential. Go beyond 2D metrics.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Banking Consulting Consulting 52

CSM Magazine

APRIL 25, 2024

In today’s fast-paced market, businesses across the UK face numerous hurdles in attracting and retaining customers. With the advent of digital technology and social media, customer expectations are higher than ever. Businesses must navigate these waters carefully to build a loyal customer base.

Customer centricity 52

Customer centricity Journey mapping Feedback Entertainment 52

CSM Practice

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Customer success teams use playbooks and strategies in their ongoing efforts to ensure customers achieve operational success and maximize value from your solution offerings. But how do you measure the effectiveness of your customer success team and their playbooks? Customer Financial Metrics.

Metrics 52

Metrics Customer advocacy Customer centricity Accountability 52

CSM Practice

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Customer success teams use playbooks and strategies in their ongoing efforts to ensure customers achieve operational success and maximize value from your solution offerings. But how do you measure the effectiveness of your customer success team and their playbooks? Customer Financial Metrics.

Metrics 52

Metrics Customer advocacy Customer centricity Accountability 52

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Baphira Wahlang Shylla, a digital marketer at Knowmax , a SaaS company that provides knowledge management solutions for various industries that are seeking to improve their customer service metrics. She shares how BPOs can enhance your customer experience. Successful Remote Partnerships .

Customer Experience 162

Customer Experience Scripts Self service outsourcing 162

Totango

MAY 5, 2020

With recent events, COVID-19 has actually helped to lead the charge in digital transformation across a variety of industries, requiring companies to rethink their strategies and playbooks. Customer Retention Strategies in B2B for 2020 and Beyond. Re-evaluate Your Current Digital Engagement Strategy.

Customer retention 62

Customer retention B2B Enterprise Metrics 62

Comm100

APRIL 22, 2024

Given the importance of customer service productivity, this blog explores actionable strategies to improve agent productivity, enabling your team to work smarter, faster, and more effectively. High workloads, outdated or inadequate technological tools, and lack of adequate training are among the primary obstacles.

Chatbots 53

Chatbots Feedback Customer centricity Wait times 53

Comm100

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Every company out there is trying to be more customer-centric, and the race for an excellent customer experience is heating up. Nowadays, having competitive prices and bombarding customers with advertisements and offers is not enough. Customer experience objectives. Developing the CX Strategy.

Customer Experience 116

Customer Experience Morale Journey mapping Customer centricity 116

CCNG

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Gartner, 2018) According to customers, in 2022, only 3% of companies are customer-obsessed — putting customers at the center of their leadership, strategy, and operations — a decrease of 7 percentage points from the prior year. Forrester, 2022) 80% of CEOs believe they deliver superior customer experience.

Customer Experience 195

Customer Experience Journey mapping Metrics Surveys 195

Horizon CX

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Drawing parallels with the timeless narrative of “Death of a Salesman,” we uncover the dynamics of selling not just a product but a mindset, while also examining the emotional mindset of leaders who often prioritize revenues and profits over customer-centric approaches.

Automotive 52

Automotive Customer centricity Journey mapping Transportation 52

customer sure

JANUARY 10, 2024

Establish a robust feedback programme, respond promptly to customer feedback, and use the information gathered to make data-driven decisions for enhancing customer experience. Businesses often overlook the qualitative aspects of customer experience. Psst… we can help with that!)

Customer Experience 62

Customer Experience Feedback Metrics Healthcare 62

JivoChat

APRIL 16, 2023

All these sites have one thing in common (and it’s not that they start with A and E) - their strategy and international success. You need a strategy that considers all the different aspects of ecommerce, from marketing and product selection to payment processing and fulfillment. Who would want to have a bad customer experience?

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Analytics Engineering Advertising Sales 82

CSM Magazine

APRIL 20, 2022

Embrace analytics to boost your wellbeing strategy. Here, he takes a closer look and gives 3 reasons why you can’t afford to ignore the latest advancements in technologies designed for modern workforce optimisation and engagement. That’s the message from Ross Daniels at Calabrio. 3 ways to de-stress the workforce.

Technology 52

Technology Coaching Analytics Enterprise 52

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

This week we feature an article by Brian Cantor who gives us a list of ways to achieve success and consistency when communicating with customers on any channel. – Shep Hyken. Making for a jointly admirable and problematic reality, the customer contact community often takes a lofty, wide-eyed approach to strategy and technology.

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Abandon rate Journey mapping Average Handle Time Customer centricity 237

NobelBiz

APRIL 30, 2024

An AI-based call center utilizes artificial intelligence technologies to manage and improve customer interactions. In this day and age, the role of AI in enhancing customer service is crucial. This level of attentiveness can significantly improve the overall customer experience.

Call Center 105

Call Center Chatbots Virtual Agent Contact Center 105

NobelBiz

APRIL 30, 2024

An AI-based call center utilizes artificial intelligence technologies to manage and improve customer interactions. In this day and age, the role of AI in enhancing customer service is crucial. This level of attentiveness can significantly improve the overall customer experience.

Call Center 104

Call Center Chatbots Virtual Agent Contact Center 104

Totango

JANUARY 15, 2019

But your customer retention strategies should be based on long-term thinking. It’s wise to focus on optimizing the customer journey and nurturing a feeling of constant, mutual growth and movement. The best customer retention strategies build out from a common, cross-functional focus on the customer.

Customer retention 75

Customer retention Customer centricity Enterprise CRM 75

NobelBiz

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Comprehensive CX Metrics That Matter Net Promoter Score (NPS) The Net Promoter Score (NPS) is an inbound Key Performance Indicator that assesses your customer happiness. Identify which metric is needed to measure success, identify the sources from which the information will come, and define the goal of the strategy.

Customer Experience 111

Customer Experience Contact Center Call Center Revenue potential 111

The Petrova Experience

JUNE 22, 2021

Because they have incomplete digital customer experience strategy. What is Digital Customer Experience Strategy? Digital Customer Experience Strategy is the first step to creating better digital experience for clients. Today, we share the three most common digital customer experience strategy mistakes.

Customer Experience 59

Customer Experience Banking Government Healthcare 59

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

As Dino Forte, CEO, Ventrica , insists, if companies truly want to release the strategic CX objective, it is time to end the outdated focus on AHT and create a new culture that embeds quality, satisfaction, loyalty and advocacy metrics within contact center performance. But that model has little place in the customer centric market of 2019.

Metrics 55

Metrics Customer Service Management Contact Center 55

Satrix Solutions

JANUARY 24, 2022

With this in mind, here are a few recommendations for the New Year to answer the question – “How are your platforms and teams going to provide more robust customer experiences into 2022?”. Develop a robust CX program that business leaders can stand behind and build a customer-centric culture within the organization.

Customer Experience 97

Customer Experience B2B Customer centricity Feedback 97

The Northridge Group

AUGUST 31, 2023

Customer Experience (CX) technology is evolving rapidly, leaving many businesses struggling to keep pace. The most crucial interdependencies within the core elements lay with technology and training and the investment in processes to support the adoption and integration of both.

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Average Handle Time Healthcare contact center associations Contact Center 67