ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

This week we feature an article from Chelsea Lamb , co-founder and head tech writer at Business Pop. Depending on what you do, it makes sense to look at your processes and pipeline and find ways to reduce customer wait time. You’ll cut down customer wait times, and can offer a bigger variety of goods.

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Vistio

MARCH 20, 2024

The future of contact centers looks promising with the integration of personalized recommendations and enhanced efficiency. This article delves into how personalization and efficiency, powered by advanced technology, are set to redefine the benchmarks of customer service in contact centers.

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GetFeedback

MAY 9, 2019

If you Google customer experience you’ll get about 2,340,000,000 results—articles, videos, reports—with in-depth information about the space. This article is inspired by our own frustrations with getting to know the CX space. In fact, you’ll find many articles dance around this question. Heck, we’re still learning. 73% of U.S.

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NobelBiz

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Why You Need Automation in Your Contact Center In traditional contact centers, repetitive tasks, long wait times, and fragmented processes can lead to inefficiencies, dissatisfied customers, and burned-out agents. Boosting customer satisfaction : Delivering faster resolutions, personalized experiences, and 24/7 availability.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 8, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Sage , an international company that helps organizations of all sizes with accounting, payroll, and payment solutions. A confusing checkout process or lack of personalization can be just as hindering to your customer as long customer service wait times or unresponsive mobile websites.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 12, 2022

This week we feature an article by Soumya Juttukonda, a content developer & digital media strategist at Knowmax , an AI enterprise knowledge base solution to enhance customer service. For more articles from Shep Hyken and his guest contributors go to customerserviceblog.com.

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Comm100

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Netflix then uses this information to personalize its content recommendations and meet your preferences—leveraging the power of personalization to engage with its users. Why does personalized customer service matter? But personalized customer service goes a long way in building better relationships and attracting more buyers.

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NobelBiz

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Most customer relationship managers and contact center owners strive for the objective of addressing each client personally, rather than to a customer base as a whole. To fulfill the demands of those customers who’ve gotten more demanding over the years, a more personalized approach is necessary.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 16, 2021

For example, the waiting room in a doctor’s office could be renamed as the reception area, implying a different experience from just waiting in a room. Baum’s 10 Personal Promises to His Patients: We will answer the phone in less than 3 rings. About: Neil H.

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Beyond Philosophy

JUNE 20, 2024

Depending on when you booked, you could have paid more or less for your seat than the person seated next to you. The fast-food chain would leverage the digital pricing board to offer customers discounts during the slower times of the day. However, the assumption was that the price would increase in busy times.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 20, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. But, increasingly, companies large and small are making it difficult to access a real, live person when help is needed.

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NobelBiz

DECEMBER 11, 2023

IVRs are the initial point of interaction, presenting options to the caller for a personalized experience. Intelligent IVRs can interpret voice inputs, offering a more personalized experience​​. Waiting on hold can be frustrating for callers, especially if they are unsure of how long they will have to wait.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 31, 2018

This week we feature an article by Yura Filimonov who shares some of the many ways we can use AI to provide customer support. – Shep Hyken. However, there are enough examples that prove that companies can analyze the data to categorize it, find patterns and provide personalized recommendations to their customers. Proactive support.

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CCNG

MAY 10, 2023

You encountered a message from an organization stating due to higher-than-expected call volumes, your wait times will be longer than usual. You waited longer than a few minutes for an answer to a simple question. You experienced back orders, lack of inventory, lost orders, or shipping delays.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 14, 2018

Why don’t we wait and see? The person you need to talk to is on vacation and won’t be back for a week. Customers hate to wait. Why isn’t there someone to cover for a person who everyone probably knew was going to be on vacation? “We The wait time is 45 minutes.” We’re a little busy now.” Call back then.”

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NobelBiz

AUGUST 27, 2024

In this article, we will discuss what intelligent call routing is, how it operates, its advantages and disadvantages, and best practices to enhance its effectiveness in contact centers. This approach enhances the overall customer experience by minimizing wait times and increasing the chances of resolving issues during the first call.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 18, 2019

This week we feature an article by Tim Houlne who writes about the importance of integrating technology into your business to provide the optimum customer experience. – Shep Hyken. It’s that time of year again. Time to start planning for your 2019 customer experience initiatives. Would you ever use that airline again?

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 28, 2020

This week we feature an article by Mathew Cooper, a Content Marketing Head at POS Plaza. This reduces wait times at the till, increasing customer satisfaction. F or more articles from Shep Hyken and his guest contributors go to customerserviceblog.com. No Additional Charges.

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NobelBiz

AUGUST 13, 2024

A VoIP system can offer greater control and visibility over operations and hence better control over the customer experience while accommodating other productivity features such as real-time call monitoring or advanced call routing. This article dives deep into the most essential VoIP features that every modern business should leverage.

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CSM Magazine

APRIL 30, 2024

In this article, we’ll go over how digital tools improve patient experiences in healthcare. This cuts down on wait times in medical facilities and mitigates exposure of disease to medical personnel and other patients. They provide real-time feedback, turning personal health into an ongoing dialogue.

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Beyond Philosophy

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

It’s where clients get the opportunity to talk to a ‘real person’, whether it’s by phone, live chat or even something as simple as email, and it’s where your employees have the greatest chance to take ownership of the customer experience. The first is unacceptable wait times.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

This week we feature an article by Janine Hunt, Client Partnership Director at Kura , a company that provides customer service solutions by outsourcing contact center services and software solutions. Too few advisors can also have the impact of causing long wait times – another key frustration for customers.

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NobelBiz

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In this article, we’ll explore how technology can be a game-changer in managing call escalations, ensuring swift and satisfactory resolutions. This eliminates the need for customers to be transferred multiple times, reducing their wait times and increasing their overall satisfaction.

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Comm100

MAY 7, 2024

The demand for fast, efficient, and personalized customer service is growing – and growing fast. In an era where quick resolutions and personalized interactions are demanded, streamlining customer service translates into measurable business success. It helps in understanding customer preferences and personalizing interactions.

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Callminer

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

You wouldn’t talk with your mouth full in person, so there’s no excuse to do so over the phone. When I see results from customer service satisfaction surveys that are unfavorable, I know the culprit is probably due to long wait times…”. “The single worst thing a contact center agent can do during a call is eat…”. JourneyPure.

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Callminer

OCTOBER 11, 2018

FCR measures on KBs could indicate if certain articles are missing and give insight into whether KBs are causing people to give up and speak to an agent. Nate is the Marketing and IT Manager for Maple Holistics , a company that provides all-natural and cruelty-free personal care products. Nate is from Riverdale, NY.

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NobelBiz

JULY 23, 2024

In this article, we’ll talk about how How Omnichannel Call Center Software can help Insurance Agencies How Insurance Providers Can Benefit From Call Center Software 1. Customers today expect seamless and personalized interactions across all touch points. Related Article What Is Unified Customer Experience Management (CXM)?

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COPC

JUNE 24, 2024

This article explores these divergent findings, drawing comparisons to uncover the actual state of CX today. Staffing shortages and supply chain disruptions further exacerbate these challenges, leading to longer wait times and reduced service quality. Personalization efforts also improve customer satisfaction.

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SmartAction

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Conversational AI technology over the phone goes beyond chatbots to leverage the power of voice and offer a more personal experience. In this article, we’ll explore why you should implement voice-driven AI in your call center, and provide tips for contact center managers when implementing this technology. What is Conversational AI?

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Inbenta

OCTOBER 30, 2024

At a time when immediate and efficient customer service is paramount, callbots and voicebots are emerging as game-changers. These Conversational AI tools offer round-the-clock service, manage high call volumes effortlessly, and provide personalized customer interactions, all while cutting down on operational costs.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2024

While some customers find the self-service checkouts convenient and time-saving, others prefer the personal interaction at manned tills. Positives: Convenience : Self-checkouts allow customers to scan and pay for their items at their own pace, which can be faster during busy times. Let’s look at some of the pros and cons.

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NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This article delves into the essential aspects of call center optimization, including the tools and best practices that can drive performance improvements. Hold Queues : Ensures calls are answered promptly, minimizing wait times. RELATED ARTICLE What Is ACD – Automatic Call Distribution System?

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Hodusoft

JULY 24, 2024

Reduce Waiting Time Some experts think that a business’s average wait time should be less than two minutes. But a new survey found that three out of every five respondents said that they wouldn’t wait for more than a minute. If an organization’s average waiting time is less than a minute, it’s excellent!

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ShepHyken

APRIL 24, 2020

This week we feature an article by Paul Selby, a product marketing director for ServiceNow Customer Service Management. An open letter to companies—and customers—on how to navigate the challenges of these extraordinary times. An open letter to companies—and customers—on how to navigate the challenges of these extraordinary times.

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3CLogic

JUNE 18, 2024

The decreased number of callers also effectively reduces call wait times and gives agents enough time to provide better quality service to the people who do still call. This functionality helps create easy, fast, and personalized engagements directly from the ServiceNow workspace. That’s great!

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Myra Golden Media

APRIL 11, 2023

So, if you’re ready to take your contact center to the next level, read this article! AI can free your agents to focus on complex customer issues and provide personalized service. I really like Balto AI’s Real-Time Guidance.

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Lumoa

APRIL 6, 2023

In this article, Here are some practical tips to ensure that your CX initiatives successfully build strong relationships with customers. At the end of the day, no one team or person (even the CEO) can take charge of a customer’s end-to-end experience. Ultimately, everyone is responsible for the customer experience.

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