SmartAction

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, customer self-service has become a pivotal aspect of delivering exceptional customer experiences. As we look towards 2024, the world of customer self-service is at a crossroads, with new challenges and opportunities on the horizon.

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Zappix

MARCH 21, 2024

In the ever-evolving business landscape, one thing remains constant: the importance of exceptional customer service. As we delve deeper into the digital age, customer expectations continue to soar, pushing companies to adopt new strategies and technologies to meet these demands.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2023

And in the world of customer service and CX, there is much to be excited about. Last month I released my annual Top Ten Customer Experience Predictions in my weekly Forbes column. I don’t often repeat content, but I’m going to share those predictions and trends here, in a revised and shorter format. Here we go: .

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TechSee

DECEMBER 31, 2019

However, many companies are still struggling to make the customer service experience as effortless as possible. To help you plan, we’ve highlighted nine of the biggest customer service trends for 2020. Customer Service will become increasingly AI-driven. Explosion of virtual contact centers.

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Outsource Consultants

OCTOBER 4, 2021

This week, businesses across the globe are celebrating customer service week, highlighting the dedicated professionals and the sophisticated processes they leverage to thrill customers. And don’t be fooled — businesses that outsource customer service are not dodging their responsibility to their customers, they’re embracing it.

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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.

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TechSee

JULY 14, 2021

Customer service capabilities have recently taken a giant leap forward with the launch of Eve Cortex , the world’s first Computer Vision AI platform that empowers enterprises to custom-build their own visual AR Assistants with a few clicks. John Caroll , CEO at Service Council, an industry leader in customer service.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: The “mental load” referred to in this article is about frustration, anxiety, and fatigue over a customer service/support experience. My Comment: Self-service is great until it doesn’t work.

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Nicereply

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Customer service trends of 2023! We reached out to seven customer service experts to understand what’s just over the horizon in the customer experience world. We wanted their perspective on the challenges customer support teams are facing and the things they need to know before starting a new year. .

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ShepHyken

MAY 11, 2018

This week we feature an article by Rohit Prasanna who shares a great list of 10 customer service trends that will affect the customer experience this year. – Shep Hyken. The customer-centric economy has taken the front-seat across the globe, and it is no different for B2B businesses.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Customer service, often seen as the heart of a business, is the assistance and advice provided by a company to those people who buy or use its products or services. It operates as a key touchpoint between a business and its customers – a platform where relationships are built, trust is established, and loyalty is earned.

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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.

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Creative Virtual

MARCH 31, 2022

When it comes to your customer service strategy, does age matter? Do you make decisions about how and where you deliver support based on the generations of your target customers? Are you planning for the expectations of younger customers as they gain more buying power over the next few years?

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CCNG

JUNE 21, 2023

Limitations and roadblocks Without tools to track customer interactions, you’re left with random, winding customer journeys. This creates a seamless customer journey. Customer service that’s built on a voice-centric call center infrastructure can’t meet current demands. You have to anticipate customer needs.

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Inbenta

JANUARY 17, 2022

9 Customer Service Trends for 2022. Digital transformation has shifted to a new phase where businesses must compete to differentiate themselves in the digital landscape and provide services that cater to employee and customer demands alike. This has a direct impact on customer service.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. For example, Gen Z prefers to solve their own problems (self-service customer support), and 52% of Gen Z won’t buy from a brand with bad self-service. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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Win the Customer

DECEMBER 20, 2023

In the realm of contact centers, the pursuit of enhancing customer service while streamlining operations remains a top priority. As technology evolves, two prominent solutions have emerged: AI-powered chatbots and self-service portals.

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Fonolo

MARCH 7, 2023

That’s where self-service comes in. Even if you provide 24/7 live support, there are many situations where a customer can’t get in contact or doesn’t have the time to wait for an agent to become available. Movements from the human realm to the self-serve realm is harder. The low-hanging fruit was picked long ago.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 5, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Balancing Humanization and Digitization: 3 Key Customer Service Trends by Jordy Leiser. Here are three customer service trends brands should prepare for in 2021. Start listening today!

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Mindtouch

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

For the modern enterprise, self-service has become an indispensable part of many strategic objectives, especially when it comes to delivering customer service excellence. 91% of organizations identify web self-service as a relevant investment focus. Customer Contact Week Digital. Key takeaways.

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JustCall

MARCH 10, 2023

In this guide, we will look at how you can improve your self service customer service and leverage its holistic benefits (for the customer and the business). Chatbots and virtual assistants are being used to provide personalized and responsive customer support, including 24/7 assistance, in a cost-effective manner.

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TechSee

DECEMBER 16, 2021

In the last few years, the customer service industry has been upended by a combination of new pandemic-driven ways of working, the growing trend of digital transformation, and the continuously rising bar for positive customer service experiences.

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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’ll help myself, thanks: Called the Do-It-Yourself Generation, Millennials love self-service.

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Calltools

APRIL 3, 2024

Technology and customer expectations have changed a lot over the last few years. Take some time to learn about the contact center trends for 2024 that will put your team on the path to success. Focus on Customer Care All of the contact center trends you adopt should ultimately improve customer care.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 5, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 3 Small Aspects Of ‘Customer Experience’ That Make A Big Competitive Difference by Gary Lyng. Love this line that in today’s digital world… “Your customers will experience less brick and more click.”

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Fonolo

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

We asked the contact center industry’s top influencers and business leaders what they thought the most significant contact center trends in 2021 would be. Read the Full Industry Report Here: Contact Center Trends 2021. Contact Center Trends 2021. Find Out the Rest of the Trends: Contact Center Trends 2021.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Five Customer-Service Lessons From the Late Tony Hsieh by Ann-Marie Alcántara. Wall Street Journal) The former chief executive of Zappos, the online shoe retailer, had a unique approach toward customers.

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Fonolo

MARCH 12, 2020

Even if you provide 24/7 live support, there are many situations where a customer can’t get in contact or doesn’t have the time to wait for an agent to become available. Self-service lets users resolve problems without waiting for your response and lightens the load on your customer support team.

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ShepHyken

JULY 12, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Top Customer Service Trends: Digital Channels Overtake Service Options by Phillip Britt. Customer Service Competency Class Now a Requirement for Fordham Admission by Isabella Scipioni.

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Calltools

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Most customers prefer talking to a person on the phone to receive customer service. Utilizing self-service options can help save your agents’ time and provide a better experience for your customers. If you don’t, your customers may choose to turn to those companies.

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Fonolo

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Contact centers are dynamic, evolving workplaces, which makes industry trend spotting an exciting sport — sometimes prone to error — but always full of discovery! READ THE FULL GUIDE: Contact Center Trends 2023. (It It’s one of several positive trends we’ve seen emerge from the cultural change wrought by COVID. Let’s dig in! .

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Select VoiceCom Blog

MARCH 1, 2023

With customers worldwide becoming more and more tech-savvy every year, companies are looking for ways to become more reachable, ensuring that their market sees them as dependable brands that can keep up with their demands. Besides availability, customers consider channels in deducing “good customer service.”

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Mindtouch

OCTOBER 23, 2017

A flood of technological innovation has improved support experiences to bolster renewal rates and customer loyalty. As such, there’s been a perfect storm of market forces driving growth in self-service support. Five primary trends are turning customer self-service into a multi-billion dollar market opportunity.

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TeamSupport

MARCH 11, 2024

Is your team ready for the future of customer support? We've compiled some of the latest trends and advancements that will shape the landscape of customer service. The Future is Now First things first - let's talk about how customer support has evolved. The Big Trends So what's on the horizon?

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TeamSupport

MARCH 11, 2024

Is your team ready for the future of customer support? We've compiled some of the latest trends and advancements that will shape the landscape of customer service. The Future is Now First things first - let's talk about how customer support has evolved. The Big Trends So what's on the horizon?

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Voiptime

DECEMBER 31, 2022

We have already written an article about customer service trends in 2022, but this year is ending. This means that we have to look further to understand what awaits us in the next year and what we should do to keep up with the times and provide excellent customer service and customer experience.

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TechSee

MAY 19, 2021

In the last few years, the customer service domain has experienced an awakening with the rising awareness of the benefits of delivering a good customer experience. Companies have invested in their customer service function to differentiate and personalize their brand and improve overall operational efficiency.

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