ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Yet we see only 33% of contact centers investing in automation tech systems and robotics. Automated customer service systems like IVR, chatbots and even knowledge management systems can help you assist customers even when your agents aren’t online.? . Work on an Empathetic Conversational Chatbot.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 8, 2021

H e explores the impact of COVID-19 on contact centres and the consumer response during the pandemic. Before the age of landing pages, online forms, and pop-up chatbots, contact centres were the only way we could engage with brands and services. In 2020, that customer-centric approach is more vital than ever.

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Fonolo

JANUARY 17, 2023

If there’s one thing managers need to understand about digital transformation, it’s how artificial intelligence is changing CX in the contact center. Gartner reports that AI chatbots alone can save the contact center industry up to $80 billion in annual labor costs by 2026. Chatbots or conversational AI.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 8, 2017

This week we feature an article by Mansi Bhatia who looks at ways organizations can transform contact centers into a customer engagement center. I like the idea of a customer engagement center. – Shep Hyken. Earlier, businesses used to see contact centers as cost centers.

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ROI CX Solutions

DECEMBER 16, 2024

While this season is an exciting time to enjoy with loved ones, contact centers can quickly become overwhelmed this time of year by an influx of calls, stressed-out customers, and increased demands. In this article, well share strategies and tips on how you can prepare your contact center for the holiday season.

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Fonolo

JANUARY 12, 2023

The same holds when considering how artificial intelligence is changing the contact center. . Tools like interactive voice response (IVR) and smart call routing are tried and true ways to save time and money – and offer better service. Improved contact center operations . IVR can: .

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 5, 2022

This week we feature an article by Shruti Bansal, Digital Marketing Expert at Ameyo , an AI-powered contact center solution. She shares how contact centers can use voice bots to capture, interpret, and analyze verbal input from the speaker and reply in a similar natural language.?. What is Voice bot?

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Zappix

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Reducing Average Handling Time (AHT) is a top priority for contact centers looking to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. Visual IVR: Streamlining Customer Navigation Visual IVR is revolutionizing the way customers interact with contact centers.

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CCNG

JULY 3, 2024

As companies worldwide strive to deliver exceptional CX while balancing other business-critical areas, they are embracing contact center outsourcing. By 2028, the market for contact center outsourcing is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.66% (2023-2028), reaching USD 132.92

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ROI CX Solutions

APRIL 22, 2025

Read Time: 9 minutes Table of Contents Introduction Learn how artificial intelligence for contact centers can power your customer support operations and elevate agent performance in this article. Contact ROI CX Solutions to customize your AI solutions to your business goals.

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NobelBiz

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Contact centers are now tasked with handling more calls per hour while delivering a seamless customer experience, optimizing costs, and maintaining quality. The possibilities are vast, spanning from customer-facing interactions at the interface level to targeted back-end processes and workforce management. The secret weapon?

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Global Response

MARCH 12, 2025

Read Time: 12 minutes Table of Contents Introduction Looking to understand and use contact center analytics to boost efficiency and build customer loyalty? Key takeaways Understanding contact center analytics : Contact center analytics collect consumer data to help you review customer interactions and make informed business decisions.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 13, 2018

These reasons are reflected by the CCW Executive Report on Contact Center Priorities for 2018, where increasing the “voice of the customer” strategy is the #3 contact center priority this year. The post Guest Blog: Is Your Contact Center Using the Right Customer Feedback Tool?

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 27, 2025

If your contact center feels like its constantly busy but your customer satisfaction scores remain low, chances are there are hidden inefficiencies hampering performance. Identifying and reducing these inefficiencies can turn your contact center into a streamlined operation that delivers exceptional support.

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Fonolo

MAY 4, 2021

If this sounds familiar, don’t worry — it is possible to upgrade your call center infrastructure and reduce future contact center costs at the same time. Read on to learn how to offset call center costs, and ensure that your customer service operations meet the needs of the 21st-Century customer.

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ROI CX Solutions

MARCH 12, 2025

Read Time: 7 minutes Table of Contents Introduction Omnichannel contact centers have many advantages that make them an attractive option for seamless customer communication for many businesses. What is an omnichannel contact center?

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Fonolo

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

This is especially true when it comes to contact center outsourcing. Some may seem familiar, and others may be something new for your business to adopt — but with the right tactics, strategies, and a bit of luck, your contact center may never have to outsource your calls again! Guide to Contact Center Technologies .

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ROI CX Solutions

APRIL 29, 2025

From chatbots that instantly handle inquiries to advanced analytics that forecast customer needs, AI is unlocking new levels of efficiency, personalization, and satisfaction. These improvements reduce costs and response times and improve service delivery. Its applications in contact centers are as expansive as you can imagine.

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Blueship Call Center

APRIL 8, 2025

To achieve this, many companies are turning to Cloud Contact Center Services a modern solution designed to optimize customer engagement while improving operational efficiency. But what exactly are Cloud Contact Center Services , and how do they compare to traditional contact centers?

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Contact Center Pipeline

MARCH 25, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has put the contact center industry in a manner of disarrayed motion the likes of which have never been seen before. government’s Center for Disease Control (CDC) […]. As I write this blog, I’ve had to go back and edit before I could even submit it to the blog site as the U.S.

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CX Global Media

JULY 1, 2017

This was the buzz at the 2017 ICMI Contact Center Expo. Just like every other industry, to be successful in the contact center industry hinges on your support network. This was the buzz at the 2017 ICMI Contact Center Expo” Click to Tweet. What’s Hot at ICMI Contact Center Expo.

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Zappix

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Whether through knowledge bases, chatbots, or interactive voice response (IVR) systems, self-service platforms handle routine inquiries, freeing up agents to focus on complex or high-priority cases. Tools like AI-driven chatbots or dynamic IVR menus provide quick, accurate answers, shortening resolution times.

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MiaRec

APRIL 8, 2024

Ever since COVID, contact centers have increasingly invested in Artificial Intelligence (AI). In fact, according to a recent MarketsandMarkets report, the global contact center AI market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21.3% billion (May 2022) to $4 billion by 2027.

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Global Response

JANUARY 8, 2025

minutes Table of Contents Intro At the beginning of 2025, we’re exploring the contact center future trends that are poised to define the coming year. Contact center technology trends The work of contact centers and their agents is deeply impacted by the tools they use. Read Time: 4.5

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Fonolo

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

A well-designed chatbot can be a powerful addition to your call center toolkit. And call centers are quickly getting onboard, with as many as 75% of contact centers currently using chat solutions to boost productivity. Should Your Chatbot do More? But should you expect more from your chatbot?

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Hodusoft

MARCH 26, 2025

The Complete Guide to E-commerce Contact Center Success with HoduSoft E-commerce companies have revolutionized the way people purchase products, as well as services. E-commerce companies (their contact centers, in particular) face certain unique challenges while delivering customer service. Here are some of those: 1.

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Global Response

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Key takeaways Efficiency: Automated customer service handles routine tasks to speed up response times and give agents the space to focus on complex issues. 24/7 accessibility: With tools like chatbots and IVR systems, companies can provide consistent, around-the-clock assistance.

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Fonolo

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The Contact Center Guide to Managing Spikes in Call Volume. Auditing your contact center tools and software can also help improve FCR. What is First Contact Resolution in Call Center Metrics? When it comes to contact center technology, self-service solutions are the way to go! DID YOU KNOW?

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Outsource Consultants

JULY 25, 2023

With its ability to mimic human intelligence and process vast amounts of data, AI is transforming the way call centers operate. A variety of AI technologies are being integrated into the call center industry, from Interactive Voice Response systems to chatbots and AI-assisted agents.

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The Northridge Group

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Read any publication and you’re sure to find conversations revolving around Artificial Intelligence (AI) helping to power (if not completely replace, in some instances) human interaction. In the contact center, one thing is certain: positive human connections between agents and customers are critical to building brand loyalty.

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Fonolo

OCTOBER 7, 2021

That’s why it’s more important than ever to have a superior customer service strategy — that includes ensuring your retail contact center operations are optimized for a smooth customer experience. The Contact Center Guide to Managing Spikes in Call Volume. Why retail call centers are so important.

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Hodusoft

APRIL 2, 2025

The Role of Automation in Telecom Contact Centers: Solving High Volume Challenges and Reducing Costs Uber-connected. ” The irony, however, is that the contact centers of telecom companies can do better when it comes to responding to customers’ queries and resolving their issues. Well-informed.

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Outsource Consultants

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

It’s because the ongoing labor shortage, paired with increased Q4 purchasing, is leaving many businesses that rely on contact center support exposed to looming CX disasters. Try These 3 Contact Center Strategies for Q4 Success. We can help you too — contact us today for a risk-free, no-cost consultation.

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CX Accelerator

JUNE 8, 2020

She said, “It might not be their ‘voice,’ but I’ll spend any free time I have analyzing their clicks, navigation, search history, and more.”. In contact centers, where calls are traditionally recorded, there’s a ton of voice of customer insight readily available — one only needs to take the time to listen.

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SmartAction

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Two popular options are Interactive Voice Response (IVR) and Intelligent Virtual Agent (IVA). Understanding the key differences between IVR and IVA is crucial for businesses looking to optimize their customer service. A way to see the differences between IVR and IVA is to learn the pros and cons of each.

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ROI CX Solutions

JANUARY 8, 2025

Cloud-based contact center software offerings continue to grow 2. Wide adoption of self-service contact center options 4. AI taking center stage in the CX world 5. One of the easiest and most effective ways to integrate cloud-based contact center software is through a Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) model.

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AWS Machine Learning

JULY 29, 2022

Establishing highly efficient contact centers requires significant automation, the ability to scale, and a mechanism of active learning through customer feedback. In traditional contact centers, one solution for long hold times is enabling self-service options for customers using an Interactive Voice Response system (IVR).

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