CCNG

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The short answer is ChatGPT will not replace Conversational AI, particularly for customer service and contact center use cases. ” Thank you to CCNG member Cognigy for sharing these insights. Cognigy is revolutionizing the customer service industry by providing a cutting-edge AI Agent platform for voice and chat.

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CCNG

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Hosted contact center software offerings continue to grow in number and sophistication, while legacy players rush to transform their products accordingly. In other words, AI needs to be trained to understand the nuances of an individual business’ customer experience and journey. CRM has long been in the cloud.

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CCNG

AUGUST 28, 2024

While almost all industries are going digital, there’s one industry that is leading the charge in the digital revolution, i.e., Contact Centers. By rapidly embracing digital tools like AI, Analytics, and Automation, contact centers are completely changing how they function and deliver customer experience.

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CCNG

JUNE 29, 2022

On a recent episode of CX Passport, Elaine Lee, Managing Director of ReynoldsBusbyLee and I discussed how it takes a real understanding of a real customer to know how to deliver the right customer experience. Agents matter and businesses that understand that will reap the financial rewards.

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CCNG

MARCH 12, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic intensified the need for companies to make the customer experience as effortless as possible. 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.

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CCNG

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Every contact center or customer experience leader comes to that fork in the road where you have to conduct a self-assessment with that perennial question “How good are we?” The whole discipline of customer experience and contact centers have evolved dramatically over the past 10 years.

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CCNG

MARCH 16, 2022

Almost 20 years ago, while speaking at a contact center conference, I had the opportunity to meet Amas Tenumah. We were both much younger (him more than me), but we quickly learned we were both leading contact centers for large companies. Together we have more than 56 years of experience.

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CCNG

JULY 17, 2024

If you received a penny for every time you heard “automation” or “AI” in the contact center, you could pay off the national debt in about a month. However, understanding the differences between these technologies is crucial for any organization striving to optimize operations in its contact center.

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CCNG

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Discover how poorly managed contact center QA programs can lead to significant fines and legal actions. This article is the second in a series exploring the risks of substandard contact center QA practices. Fortunately, we had great QA practices in place to ensure compliance.

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CCNG

JULY 10, 2024

Introduction Contact Centers are transforming rapidly to meet the demands of a digital age. Navigating through technological advancements and shifting customer expectations, staying updated with the latest trends is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Implementing GenAI requires a thoughtful approach.

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CCNG

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Successful organizations re-invent themselves to stay current with the times, technology, and desires of their customers. David Reed is a CCNG member and Customer Service and Process Training Expert. Customer Service has always been David’s passion.

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CCNG

JUNE 7, 2023

CCNG members and veteran contact center leaders Fred Stacey and Adam Boelke recently discussed with fellow members the potential impact, current challenges, misconceptions and future of ChatGPT in contact centers. This helps businesses expand their customer base and cater to a diverse range of customers.

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CCNG

JUNE 28, 2023

Customer Experience. Customer Experience does not equal customer service. Someone much smarter than me, but I don't know who, said "Customer service is what happens when your customer experience fails".

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CCNG

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In a recent virtual member town hall discussion led by Dan Smitley (the Strategy and Optimization Czar at Call Design), the focus was on an essential topic in the contact center industry: the intricate interplay between Employee Experience (EX), Customer Experience (CX), and Financial Strength.

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CCNG

OCTOBER 18, 2023

In a recent virtual member town hall discussion led by Dan, the focus was on an essential topic in the contact center industry: the intricate interplay between Employee Experience (EX), Customer Experience (CX), and Financial Strength.

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CCNG

OCTOBER 16, 2024

David Reed is a CCNG member and Customer Service and Process Training Expert. Customer Service has always been David’s passion. He began Customer Centered Consulting Group over 20 years ago to help organizations of all types improve their effectiveness.

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CCNG

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The technological advancements of recent years have paved the way for transformative trends that are reshaping how contact centers operate, deliver services, and engage with customers. In this article, we will explore five important technical changes happening in contact centers.

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CCNG

JULY 3, 2024

Good customer experience forms the foundation of a lasting customer-brand relationship. When a brand consistently creates rich customer experiences, it fosters brand loyalty and encourages customers to keep engaging with the business.

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CCNG

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

While the global health and economic crisis has radically altered businesses across the globe, it's also given us valuable insight into consumer habits and new adaptive customer experience strategies that are helping minimize the disruption. Emma English is Marketing & Communications Manager at Humach, a CCNG corporate member.

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CCNG

AUGUST 23, 2023

In today's fast-paced business landscape, contact centers play a pivotal role in shaping customer experiences and influencing brand perception. In this #JMPsBlog , we will explore the incredible potential of data analytics in contact centers, along with considerations and watchouts that organizations must keep in mind.

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CCNG

MAY 27, 2021

Contact Center Leaders are continually being pushed to improve processes, decrease cost, increase customer satisfaction, and improve sales or metrics. Understanding the best path to follow, with the fluidity of the contact center industry, can be a daunting task.

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CCNG

AUGUST 21, 2024

The customer experience technology market has ballooned in the last ten years, but given the current economic climate sales are cooling for this once unstoppable industry. What does that tell us about how decision makers are buying customer experience software today? Is it critical?

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CX Global Media

AUGUST 28, 2018

Contact centers around the world face similar challenges, yet so many continue to work in silos. To tear down the barriers that are preventing you from delivering an exceptional customer experience, you can’t do it alone. The half-day event was filled with sharing, learning and great idea exchange.

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CCNG

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

When most business leaders hear the term “improve customer experience,” many immediately think of investment … new systems, more customer service agents, etc. With the right approach, improved customer experience can also dramatically reduce operating costs.

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CCNG

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Do you think that employee has influenced your customer's experience on the phone? And the ramifications are that they are significantly less likely (58 percent) to purchase again and, if they were soured enough by their experience (62 percent) more likely to tell others to avoid buying from you, too. The answer is yes.

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CCNG

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Poorly managed contact center quality controls can greatly impact your business, and the consequences are staggering. This article is the first in a series exploring the risks of substandard contact center QA practices. It’s the cornerstone of providing consistent, high-quality customer service.

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CCNG

MAY 24, 2023

CCNG member Dan Smitley shares his thoughts on what we’re going to do once the bots take over the world. Dan talks about how contact centers are changing and how technology is playing a major role in this transformation. A bit of a hyperbole but it’s a great starting point for a very timely conversation.

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CCNG

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In a recent CCNG member Town Hall, Kelly Sigmond led this discussion on how to achieve successful employee engagement implementing Customer Experience technology. Kelly has extensive experience as a CX champion and leader, working for the United States Postal Service for 32 years.

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CCNG

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

While many variables contribute to the drop in star ratings, the recent revisions focus on customer experience scores as a driving factor. Since the Medicare star rating system now gives more weight to customer service scores, insurers must explore ways to enhance this facet of the care experience.

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CCNG

APRIL 20, 2022

Honesty forms the bedrock from which all legitimate success derives, and customer contact organizations challenged with attracting and retaining personnel should obsessively seek and share truth to create a culture of trust that can elevate employee and customer experience along with business performance.?

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CCNG

JANUARY 13, 2021

At the recent CCNG Fireside Live Chat held in December I had the opportunity to provide my reflection on 2020 and what I predict will happen in 2021 alongside two other industry colleagues, Poly and Avtex. Roger Lee is VP Customer Success for Gridspace and long time CCNG member and advocate.

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CCNG

AUGUST 9, 2023

It has the potential to revolutionize the way contact centers operate and deliver customer experiences if done correctly. While the possibilities are still being explored, there is so much opportunity presently for contact centers to take advantage of this technology. Because you are.

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CCNG

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In a recent CCNG Town Hall, Rick Denton helped walk the community through key elements of customer experience that were fundamental pre-pandemic as well as during the pandemic, and will remain fundamental post-pandemic. We’ve all heard how 2020 is the year everything changed. Three key themes did not change: 1.

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CCNG

AUGUST 2, 2023

How to Embark on a Contact Center Transformation Project How to get onto the right track to deliver exceptional customer experiences, that's the big question. Your employees are a critical component of delivering exceptional customer experiences.

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CCNG

APRIL 12, 2023

Demand and customer expectations are on the rise across all industries and those in the contact center industry can feel it. Customers, with no other choice than to contact companies in any fashion other than face-to-face, found new ways to engage with businesses. So, what makes for a healthy contact center?

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CCNG

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Maintaining connectedness within a contact center has always presented unique challenges. For example, engagement among customer service agents is demanding due to the one-to-one nature of customer care, the continuous flow of customer interactions and the lack of physical mobility due to reliance on screen-based support systems.

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