Customer Interactions
OCTOBER 31, 2013
'Duke Energy is one of the first electric power companies in the U.S. to successfully deploy PSIM for critical infrastructure protection. I had the great pleasure of interviewing Darren Myers, managing director of Enterprise Protective Services for Duke Energy, and Rocco “Rocky” Marcello, former director of Duke Energy’s Enterprise Protective Services.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2013
The Edge of Service, Issue 5: Customer Interaction is Changing the Game. Jed York, the youthful 33-year-old CEO of the San Francisco 49ers, is bringing a storied team that had fallen on hard times back to prominence. San Francisco won the NFC Championship title last year and came razor-close to winning the Super Bowl.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Customer Interactions
OCTOBER 10, 2013
'A rash of deadly shootings at college campuses and schools in recent years has placed security in the spotlight. By their open nature, college campuses are difficult to secure. Recent incidents are driving educational institutions to invest in security technology – and more so, in comprehensive, integrated solutions to better detect, mitigate and respond to threats.
Customer Interactions
OCTOBER 3, 2013
'During my recent pilgrimage to ASIS, I walked the floor in search of something that would capture my imagination – something refreshing and new. I walked past an inconceivable number of cameras, electro-mechanical door hardware, racks upon racks of IT servers, storage and networking hardware, and amazing X-ray scanners that can detect unusual cargo, including chemicals and radioactive material.
Advertisement
Start building the AI workforce of the future with our comprehensive guide to creating an AI-first contact center. Learn how Conversational and Generative AI can transform traditional operations into scalable, efficient, and customer-centric experiences. What is AI-First? Transition from outdated, human-first strategies to an AI-driven approach that enhances customer engagement and operational efficiency.
Customer Interactions
OCTOBER 17, 2013
'There are few industries that spend more on physical security than retail banking. With hundreds or even thousands of branches to secure and protect, banks invest in all types of technologies, from CCTV and access control to fire alarm and vault management systems. Monitoring and managing these systems across the enterprise can be costly as well. And, mergers and acquisitions can create new complexities, as the ‘parent’ bank is faced with either absorbing the other bank’s lega
Customer Contact Central brings together the best content for Contact Center and Customer Service professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2013
The Edge of Service, Issue 5: Customer Interaction is Changing the Game. Jed York, the youthful 33-year-old CEO of the San Francisco 49ers, is bringing a storied team that had fallen on hard times back to prominence. San Francisco won the NFC Championship title last year and came razor-close to winning the Super Bowl.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2013
ICMI’s just-out research report, The Multichannel Agent: A 2014 Contact Center Roadmap Research Report and Best Practices Guide, reveals some interesting stats on how organizations are evolving multichannel services.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2013
ICMI’s just-out research report, The Multichannel Agent: A 2014 Contact Center Roadmap Research Report and Best Practices Guide, reveals some interesting stats on how organizations are evolving multichannel services.
Advertisement
Harness the True Power of your Contact Center In today’s fast-paced business environment, selecting the right contact center solution is critical for enhancing customer experience, improving operational efficiency, and optimizing costs. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential factors to consider when choosing a contact center software that aligns with your business needs.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2013
How does providing a great customer experience impact a company’s results? According to a study by Watermark Consulting, customer experience leaders generated a return three times higher on average than the S&P 500 index. Laggards trailed the index significantly. The study covers a six-year period, from 2007 through 2012.
Advertisement
With IT budgets projected to grow 9.8% in 2025, leaders must invest wisely—not just cut blindly. This whitepaper introduces The Future-Proof IT Cost Optimization Model, a framework to reduce costs while maintaining service quality. Learn how Cloud Efficiency, AI-Powered Workforce Automation, Vendor Optimization, Cybersecurity Resilience, and Unified Communications can drive savings and improve efficiency.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2013
How does providing a great customer experience impact a company’s results? According to a study by Watermark Consulting, customer experience leaders generated a return three times higher on average than the S&P 500 index. Laggards trailed the index significantly. The study covers a six-year period, from 2007 through 2012.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 10, 2013
According to a recent study by Execs in the Know, most companies do not offer SMS texting as a customer assistance/service option. But customers seem to want it. According to the research, 52% of boomers (55+), 75% of millennials (18-34) and 86% of generation X (35-54) want more companies to offer the ability to interact with them by texting.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 10, 2013
According to a recent study by Execs in the Know, most companies do not offer SMS texting as a customer assistance/service option. But customers seem to want it. According to the research, 52% of boomers (55+), 75% of millennials (18-34) and 86% of generation X (35-54) want more companies to offer the ability to interact with them by texting.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 9, 2013
Here’s a snapshot of how many organizations currently provide the following service channels for customers, according to a recently-released report from the International Customer Management Institute: Phone, inbound 98% Email …
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 9, 2013
Here’s a snapshot of how many organizations currently provide the following service channels for customers, according to a recently-released report from the International Customer Management Institute: Phone, inbound 98% Email …
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2013
Check out this 1980’s Motorola ad for cellular telephones. “There are only a few thousand cellular phones in use right now, but that number is expected to increase considerably…” Increase it did! Here’s a snapshot of where we are in 2013 (sources: Canalys, eMarketer, Nielson, Pingdom, comScore, IEEE, Cisco): 6.8 billion mobile phone subscribers worldwide 13.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2013
Check out this 1980’s Motorola ad for cellular telephones. “There are only a few thousand cellular phones in use right now, but that number is expected to increase considerably…” Increase it did! Here’s a snapshot of where we are in 2013 (sources: Canalys, eMarketer, Nielson, Pingdom, comScore, IEEE, Cisco): 6.8 billion mobile phone subscribers worldwide 13.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 1, 2013
Click through these photos of aircraft paint jobs (courtesy of CNN Tavel) and try not to smile! My favorites: Kulula (This Way Up) and ANA’s panda theme. Yes, packaging matters!
Advertisement
Step-by-step instructions on how to use AI for growth in your contact center Learn how AI can transform your contact center operations. In this ebook, dig into the different AI technologies, then see how each can help automate tasks, streamline service, and turn your contact center from a cost center to a profit house. Plus, we’ll give you practical tips on choosing the right AI tools, getting them up and running, and measuring their impact.
Brad Cleveland Blog
OCTOBER 1, 2013
Click through these photos of aircraft paint jobs (courtesy of CNN Tavel) and try not to smile! My favorites: Kulula (This Way Up) and ANA’s panda theme. Yes, packaging matters!
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
35 
Let's personalize your content