ShepHyken

JULY 24, 2017

My Comment: Some people believe that self-service solutions, live chat and social channels are used by a younger generation. For information on The Customer Focus™ customer service training programs go to www.thecustomerfocus.com. Clearly, digital tools are not just for the younger generation. That is far from the truth.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

6 Best Practices for Thriving in the ‘Post-Human’ Customer Service Age by Anand Subramaniam. Retail Customer Experience) To assess today’s state of self-service, eGain did some mystery shopping on leading websites, including those of retailers. My Comment: AI fueled customer service is under a microscope.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

One of the leading trends in customer service is a much stronger emphasis on visual support methods. I love using video as a way to deliver a great self-service customer support solution. The best videos are “how to” videos that teach customers how to best use your products and services. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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Customer Service Benchmark Customer Care Finance 164

HGS

JULY 12, 2017

In June 2017, HGS partnerships found golden success—receiving first-place recognition for Best Outsourcing Partnership and Best Use of Self-Service Technology at the 2017 Contact Center World Awards. “We Best Use of Self-Service Technology. Wed, 07/12/2017 - 13:22. self service.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 28, 2019

Airline agents are still at check-in counters to guide passengers after self-service kiosks and to arrange complicated ticketing. But the phone conversations that are handled by human agents are generally becoming longer and more complicated as simpler inquiries are handled through self-service options.

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Contact Center Self service Banking Airlines 291

ShepHyken

MAY 5, 2017

I think a great self-service option is key for everyone. adults surveyed expect to get an answer via self-service. Whether filling out an application for a loan or troubleshooting a technical problem, self-service functionality gives users more control and faster results. Shep Hyken. Three-quarters of U.S.

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Kayako

JANUARY 5, 2017

These are the five ways of providing premium customer support software to meet your customer expectations in 2017: 1. Self-service is fundamental to customers getting the answers they need and streamlining the workloads of live support teams. What goes into good self-service? Seven Help Centers we love.

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TechSee

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

One of the keys to innovation in this area is self-service technologies that enable customers to quickly and conveniently resolve problems on their own, especially from their mobile devices. Mark your calendars with these “can’t miss” sessions and exhibitors and prepare to witness the future of mobile self-service technology.

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Steve DiGioia

JANUARY 9, 2017

Self Service. As I mentioned in a previous article entitled “ The Shocking Truth About Self Service ”, if we are to believe that installing self serve check-out counters are in the customer’s best interest, why not install more and really do away with the live cashier altogether? Source: [link]. Source: [link].

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Callminer

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

More Flexible Service Solutions. Consumers are looking for solutions to their problems across a range of channels, including digital and self-service, in ever-increasing numbers, thanks to pandemic pressures and storefronts closing. For instance, when they go from email support to calling the customer service team. “A

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CCNG

OCTOBER 19, 2022

(Adobe, 2022) 75% of marketing & CX practitioners have observed a surge in existing customers using digital channels (Adobe, 2022) 74% of CX professionals say creating a seamless customer journey across assisted and self-service channels is “important” or “very important.” more likely to buy again, 5.6x

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SmartAction

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

But as more and more companies are turning to conversational AI solutions to enable self-service automation over voice and chat, the analyst community has identified the need to create a distinct category for these cloud-based virtual agent solutions that mimic live agent behavior. AI-enhanced Self-Service Examples.

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Self service Virtual Agent Contact Center Customer Support 80

Mindtouch

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Announcing the TOP 124 Salesforce Influencers of 2017 (both listical and digital asset provided below). 2017 Top 124. The post TOP 124 Salesforce Influencers of 2017 appeared first on MindTouch Blog. Thousands have asked for it, many have tried to get on it, but few have made the final cut.

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ShepHyken

JULY 24, 2017

My Comment: Some people believe that self-service solutions, live chat and social channels are used by a younger generation. Clearly, digital tools are not just for the younger generation. That is far from the truth. One in five people over 50 have a Twitter account.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 27, 2017

Luckily, with the right mixture of technology and human touch, customer service doesn’t have to be hard. Here are 4 technology solutions to help you manage your customer service more effectively: CRM Software. While investing in CRM seems like a no-brainer, the customer service modules are becoming more advanced.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Use Technology for Self Service. For instance, IVRs and artificial intelligence enabled Chatbots can make the customer service easier and efficient. According to a research , in 2015, 25 percent of the world population was using a smartphone and it was forecasted that by 2017, a third of the world population will be using it.

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Contact Center Customer Service Virtual Agent Chatbots 113

Avaya

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

In fact, according to a new research commissioned by the organisers of IP Expo, 37% of respondents believe that AI will be a main technology focus for businesses in 2017. It provides automation and analysis of customer interactions, delivering efficient self-service. Don’t believe me? appeared first on Avaya Connected Blog.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 2, 2017

To compound all this, traditional service – which waits until customers called the contact center before addressing a problem – has become much less effective. Service leaders have been forced to provide self-service channels, mitigate risk with pro-active initiatives, and consistently channel customers into more cost-effective mediums.

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Wireless Banking Analytics Call Center 189

Vonage

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Consumers expect self-service customer support options. The 2015 Global State of Multichannel Customer Service Report indicates that customers are more comfortable than ever making purchases without the help of a sales rep. Customer service centers need updating. Share your thoughts below.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

From self-service portals to omnichannel support options and knowledge management systems, BPOs have greatly enhanced customer service. . In India alone, the IT BPO industry generated around $154 million in revenue in 2017-2018, according to Brandongaille. . Self-Service for Timeless Customer Support .

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HGS

JULY 12, 2017

Posted by Andrew Kokes, HGS Senior Vice President, Global Marketing In June 2017, HGS partnerships found golden success—receiving first-place recognition for Best Outsourcing Partnership and [.]. The post HGS Harvests Gold at CCW Awards Ceremony appeared first on Team HGS Blog.

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Provide Support

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Customer Self-Service and Its Value. This is the main reason why customer self-service is so popular nowadays, as well as the main reason why it adds so much to the value of your brand. © 2003 - 2017 Provide Support LLC. Lower overhead costs. Read more. Published in Provide Support Blog , 2018.

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RichCall

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Global Contact Centre Benchmarking Report, Dimension Data 2017. The The 2017 Global Benchmarking Report (pdf) suggests that the top trends are: CX as the differentiator (82.%). self-service. Self-service. consumers are using web self-service more than assisted service. of companies.

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Mindtouch

AUGUST 21, 2019

The data doesn’t lie: in 2017, customer self-service almost surpassed human-assisted service for customer service interactions. By 2020, an estimated 85% of customers will choose self-service first. 85% of customers will choose self-service first by the year 2020.

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Eckoh

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Has your company deployed a self-service app for customers — but your contact center is still getting a constant stream of calls? Our blog series on the Top 5 Customer Service Challenges has been getting under the skin of the big issues facing contact centers today. When this happens, there's only one thing to do.

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SharpenCX

DECEMBER 23, 2020

“No matter how successful specific tools are (for example, online self-service), companies that lack visibility into where customers are choosing to interact from touchpoint to touchpoint can still experience service breakdowns.” – McKinsey & Company.

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Answer Dash

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The global customer self-service market is booming, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4%. Self-service is taking over and becoming a key player in the customer service market, and both companies and consumers should take notice. The report contains data of the base year 2018 and historic year 2017.

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Aspect

DECEMBER 22, 2017

As we prepare to head into 2018 we wanted to take some time to look back on what resonated with our readers in 2017. In a world of Alexa, iRobot and self-driving vehicles, we should be surprised if robots did not make their way into the contact center. The post A Look Back on 2017 appeared first on Aspect Blogs.

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Toister Performance Solutions

MARCH 27, 2018

Advertising disclosure: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Self-service technology is everywhere these days. That's because self-service doesn't always work as intended.

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DMG Consulting

JULY 19, 2017

DMG Consulting Releases 2017 Intelligent Virtual Agent Product and Market Report. Who: DMG Consulting LLC, a leading provider of contact center, back-office and real-time analytics market research and consulting services. What: Releases 2017 Intelligent Virtual Agent Product and Market Report.

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TechSee

MAY 15, 2018

All eyes were on the smart home market in 2017. In fact, according to PwC’s 2017 consumer study of the IoT and the connected home, while 81% of consumers are aware of smart technology, only 26% actually own a smart device. This perception is in conflict with modern consumers’ aspirations to be able to self-manage their technology.

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NICE inContact

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The reality is that in order to deliver exceptional customer experiences, you need your contact center software to balance the need for agent-assisted and self-service channels. Omnichannel Service and Satisfaction. Consumers want true omnichannel customer service, and service that’s seamless, convenient and quick.

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Fonolo

JANUARY 17, 2023

Along with huge cost savings, AI will be a tremendous boon to customers longing for better self-service, and agents who need relief from repetitive taskwork. Research from Genesys says the use of chatbots has doubled since 2017. By 2031, the savings could grow to $240 billion. Surprised that people are embracing ‘bots?

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Contact Center Interactive Voice Response Chatbots Average Handle Time 154

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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Self service Airlines Healthcare Transportation 45

VocalCom

MARCH 26, 2018

While customers may enjoy faster and more personalized service, their experiences are hardly stress-free. Indeed, Edelman’s 2017 global Trust Barometer revealed the biggest decline in consumer trust since the study was first introduced five years ago. Give customers reliable self-service options.

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HGS

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

4 Customer Service Lessons from the Equifax Cyberattack. 7, 2017, Equifax reported that a cyberattack had allowed hackers to access sensitive information for 143 million Americans, including Social Security and driver’s license numbers, birth dates, and addresses. Tue, 09/12/2017 - 23:48. Contact Center. LEAVE A COMMENT.

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Revation Systems

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Interestingly, there are 5 top trends that drove the digital change for contact centers in 2017. Self-service. Along with the ability to conveniently communicate anywhere, anytime, digital transformation has also become popular with consumers who want to help themselves when they need customer service. Omni-channel.

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