Enghouse Interactive

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

In our first blog, we explored how customer expectations are rapidly changing and what organizations should consider as part of their Self-Service strategy. This blog will continue that exploration with some insight into some of the benefits we’ve seen in organizations that have implemented Self-Service.

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Fonolo

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Even so, gone are the days when talking to ‘a real person’ is the customer’s preference: Today, 70% of customers expect self-service options and most brands are taking note. Despite the clear demand for these services, 55% of consumers find self-service portals difficult to use. Dive Into Your Analytics.

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CCNG

MARCH 12, 2021

Online shopping and digital tools have become the" new normal," and the need for self-service options enabling faster, easier ways to contact companies for service issues and inquiries has never been greater. At least 70% of customers go to digital channels first because they prefer self-service.)

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 12, 2022

Create self-service solutions. One of the best ways you can reduce customer service tickets and improve CX is by creating customer self-service solutions. The longer wait times would result in poor customer experience and will impact brand reputation as well. . Opt for technological solutions.

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Creative Virtual

APRIL 30, 2020

Customers are taking to social media to complain about being unable to get through to call centres and being disconnected after waiting on hold for hours. Companies are asking customers to avoid calling them and adding notifications about long call wait times on their websites. Only time will tell. Hungry for more stats?

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 30, 2022

60% of UK household water and energy customers prefer not to call customer service if they can use online tools to solve their problems, according to Macro 4 research. The majority of people are now happy to use self-service instead of speaking to a customer service person on the phone – especially for simple queries.

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Creative Virtual

MARCH 25, 2021

Perhaps in the early days of limited in-person interactions and surges in calls to contact centres, customers were more understanding about long wait times or out-of-date self-help content. During the past year, more customers have turned to digital channels and automated self-service for support.

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The Petrova Experience

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Our 5th 2021 customer experience trend highlights contactless and self-service experiences across industries. Before we dive into this topic, let’s take a moment to define what contactless and self-service mean to us. What is Self Service? To begin, let’s define self-service.

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ShepHyken

MAY 22, 2023

This has always been seen as high-potential technology, but in the last few months, it has been used in a more demonstrative way to address challenges faced by contact centers, especially in the post-pandemic environment. Generative AI and other forms of self-service provide a win-win solution for organizations and customers.

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bold360 Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The playbook describes 5 key phases: (1) fortifying your digital self-service; (2) amplifying your digital support; (3) empowering your employees; (4) optimizing your support strategy; and (5) evolving to the next level of self-service. In this post, we’ll focus on phase 5, evolving to the next level of self-service.

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Hodusoft

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Contact Center Technology Trends to Watch in 2022. New technologies are flooding the market with an intent to help the call center and contact center industry address its myriad challenges. The industry is looking forward to a new year full of personalized solutions, advanced contact center technology, and conversational AI.

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Interactions

APRIL 16, 2024

A dedication to understanding your customers ensures that every interaction is personalized and purposeful, alleviating the pain of lengthy wait times and ensuring each conversation is met with effective, personalized assistance. Self-Service Some IVRs and automated systems only assist customers by directing them to a live agent.

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Noble Systems

JUNE 26, 2020

The term “Cloud IVR” refers to the availability of IVR functionality via a Service platform. With a cloud based IVR solution, companies can benefit from the use of modern, efficient cloud-based technologies. The IVR system then uses routing rules to send the call to either an agent or a self-service application.

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SmartAction

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Let’s explore the pivotal role of automation in financial services, focusing on its impact on customer service and the future of banking. Welcome Greeting: Digital Hospitality for Financial Services Voice self-service begins with the welcome greeting.

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CCNG

APRIL 12, 2023

Evaluate Alignment of People, Process, and Technology with Today’s Objectives It is very safe to say that everyone in all industries is looking at their labor force, technology, and processes differently than a few years ago. Not average handling time or other internal metrics.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2022

From chatbots to augmented reality, businesses are using technology to create a more seamless and enjoyable customer experience. Here are 25 ways that technology is revolutionizing the customer experience. One technology that is starting to gain traction in the customer experience space is Augmented Reality. Speech Analytics.

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Interactions

OCTOBER 28, 2021

One easy way to positively impact a patient’s experience is to offer self-scheduling options. . Self-service appointments can cut through barriers to access, such as hours of operation and long hold times. Let’s explore the benefits of self-scheduling appointment technology in healthcare: .

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Insite Managed Solutions

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Today, more and more customers expect self service options, and an effective knowledge management system can empower this. This is why it’s important to understand efficiency and gaps within your knowledge management system as customers prefer to service in the most convenient way for their persona.

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Call Experts

APRIL 8, 2024

With the development of advanced technologies and automation, using a contact center for utilities has evolved to meet the changing needs of businesses and customers alike. This efficiency enhances the overall customer experience, helping utilities build a positive reputation for reliable and prompt service.

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Fonolo

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Voice-powered technology has grown exponentially in the past few years. Notably, many are asking whether voice-powered technology is a threat or an asset to call center employees. Here’s a deep dive into how voice-powered technology is being integrated into call center strategies with great success.

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Call Design

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Since the customer is king, contact centres need to double their efforts to resolve customer service calls more efficiently and quickly. Whether you are implementing new training, new technology or more communication channels, it’s essential to be prepared to solve a customer problem quickly. Provide Self-Service Options.

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Calltools

MARCH 20, 2024

While not all contact centers utilize AI, learning how the technology can serve your employees and customers benefits growth. How Conversational AI Works Conversational AI uses several technologies to create human-like interactions. Frees Up Agent Time Conversational AI can handle common customer service requests.

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Outsource Consultants

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Delta Airlines is hiring 5,000 professionals to help support their customers, but still expects lengthy hold times (some as long as 9 hours) to persist into the fall. But luckily, there’s still time for you to get prepared for Q4 — before it’s too late. Tip the Scales with Technology. Let me help?”.

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NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The call center industry has been changing faster than ever, due to technological breakthroughs and constantly evolving customer demands. In 2024, businesses have the crucial responsibility of understanding and adopting the latest technology trends in customer service. RELATED ARTICLE What is IVR?

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 5, 2022

Technology solutions and automation have the power to improve customer service in multiple ways. Perhaps this could be one of the main reasons businesses nowadays embrace new-age technologies and tools like voice bots and chatbots.? Thanks to technology, ML, and NLP, interacting with the bot is easier than before.

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SmartAction

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Contact center managers who embrace and implement this technology reap the rewards of increased efficiency, reduced costs, and a customer experience that fosters loyalty. Conversational AI technology over the phone goes beyond chatbots to leverage the power of voice and offer a more personal experience. What is Conversational AI?

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JustCall

APRIL 9, 2024

If agents are not available during a particular season and call volume peaks, it would result in missed calls and extended wait times. This can impact the efficiency and productivity of the call center, affecting the quality of service provided to customers. Self-service also enhances customer convenience.

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Call Design

MAY 14, 2021

In fact, according to Wikipedia, the first commercial IVR system was built to perform order entry and inventory control back in 1973, although the technology was certainly in its infancy, and considered expensive and difficult to implement. With all this technology comes the hard part of deciding what to do with it.

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TeleDirect

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Interactive voice response ( IVR ) is considered an essential call center technology. Thanks to technological advancements and natural language processing, some systems use voice recognition, enabling callers to speak instead of using a keypad to press their response. This action reduces wait times and improves efficiency.

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Hodusoft

JULY 19, 2023

Choosing the right inbound call center software can help businesses in improving customer satisfaction, reducing wait times, and increasing operational efficiency. Inbound call center software refers to a suite of tools and technologies used to manage and handle incoming customer calls within a contact center environment.

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Fonolo

JUNE 22, 2023

The contact center industry boasts some of the most intelligent and innovative CX technologies out there. Visual IVR – now known as Fonolo’s Web Call-Backs – was one of the first self-service technologies to have a hugely positive impact on the customer experience. Almost everyone has used an IVR at some point.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 22, 2020

Advancements in technology have made a tremendous impact in every field. Quick-service restaurants, too, benefit from new tools, devices, and applications that improve their efficiency while keeping customer satisfaction high. Software that keeps track of digital inventory isn’t just a time-saver, it also reduces waste and cuts costs.

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JustCall

APRIL 8, 2024

Scaling isn’t just about increasing your staff numbers; it involves strategic enhancements in technology to efficiently direct high call volumes to the appropriate agents. However, during this growth phase, it’s common to encounter turbulence in your customer service processes. What is call center scaling?

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Fonolo

OCTOBER 19, 2023

For example, many callers will tolerate a wait time that is longer than 20 seconds. Ultimate Guide to SLAs That Work New Considerations: Adapting SLAs to Modern Realities Advancements in AI and automation should also find you questioning one-size-fits-all service level agreements. No one wants that.

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TeamSupport

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Automated phone technology, such as interactive voice response (IVR) menus, can save businesses time and money on customer support. Is your business interested in using automated phone technology? According to Clutch, 71% of people say they encounter phone menus "always" or "most of the time" when calling large businesses.

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Talkdesk

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Self-service is a hot topic in the call center industry. From knowledge bases to virtual agents, the potential disruption that a solid set of self-service applications can bring to contact center efficiency and customer experience is unquestionable and justifies all the buzz.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In a rapidly evolving business landscape, keeping up with the newest trends in customer service strategies is fundamental to staying ahead of the competition and meeting the ever-changing expectations of modern consumers. Digital Transformation With the advent of new technologies, businesses are moving towards digital platforms.

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