TechSee

OCTOBER 2, 2024

At first glance, chatbots and Agentic AI may seem similar—both engage with users and provide automated responses. However, fundamental differences set Agentic AI apart from traditional chatbots, even those powered by large language models (LLMs). Let’s unpack these new technologies.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 25, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How Employee Experience Connects with Customer Experience by Francesca Di Meglio (HR Exchange Network) Positive employee experience begets customer experience. The benefits are numerous.

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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. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Technology is fast changing how businesses connect with customers in 2024. It’s more than chatbots or AI assistants; it’s about real, practical benefits that boost customer satisfaction. Cloud-powered personalization tailors experiences, while blockchain ensures transaction security.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My CX research finds that while most customers (70%) prefer the phone as a primary channel for customer support, 30% prefer the digital experience, which can include chatbots.

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CCNG

MARCH 13, 2024

Just like that 2024 is upon us and while looking back at 2023 can help us understand what to expect with CX in the new year, it can also hinder our thinking. The increasing integration of AI-powered solutions, such as chatbots and advanced machine learning is streamlining operations and enabling personalized customer interactions.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 25, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. According to an article in Craving Tech, organizations that have integrated this new technology into their operations saw a 25% boost in customer satisfaction in 2023. Here are my top five picks from last week.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 28, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 5 Reasons Why VIP Customers Are the Key to E-Commerce Growth by Josh Kim (Total Retail) VIP customers significantly impact a business’ bottom line, often contributing a substantial portion of total revenue.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 2, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Secret to Dealing With Awkward Customers by Call Centre Helper (Call Centre Helper) Let’s talk about awkward customers… You know, the ones that make you seriously think that some people aren’t worth doing business with!

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delighted

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Artificial intelligence is transforming the online shopping experience Ecommerce is one of the many industries leveraging generative AI to increase efficiency and transform retail experiences. From writing product descriptions to automating customer support queries with chatbots, the opportunities to implement AI are limitless.

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CCNG

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

A positive customer experience (CX) is deemed essential by approximately 80% of American consumers , who value speed, convenience, knowledgeable assistance, and friendly service. Conversational Chatbots The global chatbot market continues to grow , thanks partly to continual AI and machine learning innovations.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Beat Your Best Quality Scores – 15 Quick Wins by Megan Jones (Call Centre Helper) Improving quality scores in customer service is an ongoing process that requires dedication, effective communication, and continuous training.

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Fonolo

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Our 2024 trends document covers it all. Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll find: 2024 Contact Center Trends Chatbots get a glow-up By now, most of us have had a run-in with the first generation of chatbots. In 2024, we think they will get a major glow-up as companies embrace a much more intelligent version of chatbots.

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TeamSupport

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Embrace Omnichannel Support In 2024, customers expect seamless support across various channels. Provide Proactive Support Anticipating customer needs before they arise is a game-changer in the world of customer support. Bottom line: Know your customer better than they know themselves.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 23, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Customer Experience Gets Worse. by Katie Deighton (The Wall Street Journal) The average customer experience rating of U.S. companies hits a new low amid inflation and fallible customer-service chatbots.

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Connect

JANUARY 26, 2024

With many CX leaders reconsidering their entire customer journey, 2024 marks a year of significant transformation. In this report, Zendesk unveils ten trends that are propelling the customer experience towards a more intelligent future. Download the Zendesk CX Trends Report 2024 : Download IAbout ‘ Connect.

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NobelBiz

JANUARY 3, 2024

In 2024, several key trends are set to redefine the landscape of these centers. Check out our latest webinar episode Fireside Chat: 2023 Contact Center Industry Recap & Future Projections Pro Tips for Understanding 2023’s Industry Landscape and Predicting Trends in 2024.

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Comm100

DECEMBER 12, 2023

This blog will delve into the top four customer service trends that are expected to take center stage in 2024. This blog is written for you, the experienced customer service professionals, who are the driving force behind these changes that will improve CX and internal efficiencies.

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Outsource Consultants

JANUARY 3, 2024

Building on these reflections, we’re also ready to detail our 2024 predictions. Our insights draw from current trends, emerging technologies, and the changing needs of businesses and customers. Let’s grade our 2023 predictions before unveiling our anticipated trends for the BPO industry in 2024. The reason?

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The customer experience (CX) landscape constantly evolves. With new technologies, increased competition, and higher customer expectation, the ability to deliver exceptional CX continues to be a challenge – so sitting still isn’t an option. It’s set to be the CX event of the year once more!

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ChurnZero

JANUARY 25, 2024

How will customer success jobs, and the skills they require, evolve in 2024? Let’s explore the essential trends, specializations, and factors driving the evolution of CS skills in 2024, and consider how you can upskill yourself and your team to stay at the cutting edge.

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AWS Machine Learning

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

In business for 145 years, Principal is helping approximately 64 million customers (as of Q2, 2024) plan, protect, invest, and retire, while working to support the communities where it does business and build a diverse, inclusive workforce. The chatbot solution deployed by Principal had to address two use cases.

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Lumoa

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

From social media posts to Google and Yelp reviews, every buyer can recount their customer experience with your company to a global audience. It is no wonder, then, that businesses have started paying much closer attention to their customer experience (CX) strategy.

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JivoChat

APRIL 23, 2023

Chatbots have become a success around the world, and nowadays are used by 58% of B2B companies and 42% of B2C companies. In 2022 at least 88% of users had one conversation with chatbots. There are many reasons for that, a chatbot is able to simulate human interaction and provide customer service 24h a day.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. My Comment: The obvious way to track customer satisfaction is by asking the customer for feedback. This short article will get you thinking about the clues indicating your customer support and CX efforts are working.

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Global Response

JANUARY 22, 2024

Let’s dive into what the experts are saying to see where the outsourcing industry is headed in 2024. Let’s look at three more nuanced ways AI is shaping the industry: AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants enhance the customer support live agents provide. Ready to perfect your CX? based companies outsource.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The integration of GenAI solutions has become a strategic imperative for organizations seeking to stay competitive and deliver exceptional customer experiences. It also is a critical enabler to helping improve customer satisfaction and retention, reduce case escalation, and ensure a positive customer experience.

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Expivia

AUGUST 1, 2024

Today, however, the best call center outsourcing companies have evolved into comprehensive technology partners capable of driving Customer Experience (CX) transformation. They’re choosing a strategic partner that can help transform their entire approach to customer experience.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2024

As we step into a new year, the customer experience sector is gearing up for a transformative 12 months. It seems as though we talk about that every year – but I genuinely believe 2024 will finally live up to those expectations. However, this year we will see some real change in the industry.

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Dialer 360

OCTOBER 31, 2024

However, cloud call center technology has many benefits such as scalability as well as cost efficiency which lead to data security and better customer experience. AI Integration As competition increases, every business integrates AI and automation to improve their business operations and provide quick responses to customers.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The author prompted the chatbot with a question about personalization versus real-time interaction management. Used the right way, it may even help you create more tailored and personalized customer experiences!

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Balto

AUGUST 23, 2024

Call center QA can be pretty demanding, especially with rising customer expectations regarding service quality and speed. BaltoGPT Generative AI Assistance: Get data-driven, real-time insights about your contact center performance with simple prompts using a clean chatbot interface. Get a free demo now and explore it in action!

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AWS Machine Learning

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Swami Sivasubramanian, VP of AI and Data at AWS, to discover how you can use a strong data foundation to create innovative and differentiated solutions for your customers. Learn to apply AWS DeepRacer skills to LLMs, explore multi-modal semantic search, and create AI-powered chatbots.

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Inbenta

MAY 16, 2022

One answer is AI chatbots. In recent years, the ability of AI chatbots to comprehend speech and automate tasks has grown in leaps and bounds. By 2024, we might be looking at a $2.4 By 2024, we might be looking at a $2.4 So let’s discuss the reasons why it’s time for your telecom business to invest in chatbots.

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Netomi

JUNE 10, 2023

That’s why, over the past few years, we’ve seen companies build out robust Knowledge Bases (or Help Centers) on Zendesk and other leading customer experience platforms. Another way that companies provide self-serve support options is by launching customer service chatbots. billion people are using chatbots today.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Every year, the first week of October marks an important celebration that resonates across industries—Customer Service Week. Customer Service Week is a dedicated time for organizations to recognize the critical role that customer service professionals play in improving customer experiences and ensuring business success.

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Connect

OCTOBER 8, 2024

By Craig Smith , CX Automation Manager The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across the contact centre is rapidly accelerating, with a survey from unified communications & collaboration research firm Metrigy highlighting that over 70% of contact centre operators increased spending on AI in 2023 and 2024. According to Gartner Inc.,

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