ShepHyken

JANUARY 6, 2021

Companies were forced to adopt technologies that they would have used eventually, but not for three to five more years. Customers enjoy feeling connected—when companies know who they are—even if it’s at a digital level. Chatbots will do more than just communicate with customers. COVID-19 pushed us into the future.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

This week we feature an article by Rahul Varshneya whos writes about how technology innovations are continuously improving the customer experience. This Maya Angelou quote fits perfectly when talking about the factors responsible for positive brand customer service. So, what part does technology play in this?

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 25, 2017

This week we feature an article by Reuben Yonatan who writes about how using chatbots for customer service properly can be a powerful customer service tool. Chatbots can be great for handling basic customer support functions, communicating with customers when a rep isn’t available and more. – Shep Hyken.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Roy Atkinson on Amazing Technology and. Advances in the World of Customer Service. Shep Hyken speaks with HDI’s senior writer/analyst, thought leader, customer support guru, and co-host of the popular #CustServ Tweet Chat, Roy Atkinson. They discuss how technology is advancing customer service and support.

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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. She shares how you can reduce customer support tickets and enhance customer experience. Map the customer journey.

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ProProfs Blog

MARCH 27, 2019

The promise of a delightful customer support experience comes with the responsibility of actually delivering it consistently. Just buying and installing the latest customer support software onboard does not automatically mean that you will provide a great experience to your customers. Your thoughts.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 11, 2023

You can’t have a consistent and predictable CX without an EX to support it. . Most businesses today use technology to meet their customers’ needs. This comes in the form of streamlining processes, self-service customer support solutions and more. This makes everyone – both customers and employees – happier. .

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 19, 2021

Concierge-Like Experiences Using Smarter Technology. They discuss how next-generation chatbots and automation technology allow brands to deliver concierge-like experiences for consumers. Technology is now at the point where you can deliver what customers want, immediately when they want it. 5-Star CX of the Future.

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ShepHyken

JULY 4, 2018

Technology is great… until it’s not. A little box pops up and there’s a picture of a customer service rep with a typed message asking if you need help. If a customer needs support, a chatbot may not have all the answers. For example, I may call to talk to a support rep. You are on a website.

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Solvvy

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Chances are, the last time you called a customer support number, you interacted with an artificial intelligence chatbot. If the company had a great AI chatbot, the interaction might have been so natural that it took a while to realize that you weren’t actually talking to a human. What is a Chatbot Platform?

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ShepHyken

JULY 31, 2023

Top Takeaways: In the age of advanced technology, it’s crucial for businesses to prioritize the overall customer experience. While chatbots and digital solutions are valuable, human-to-human interactions still plays a vital role, especially when technology falls short. What is wallet share?

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Here are the steps she took to resolve the problem: She went to the company’s website and clicked on customer support. She answered a few questions, and once the technology identified her problem, a chatbot popped up. She was digitally “hand-held” through the process, which included the chatbot.

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Fonolo

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

It may be tempting to hire an external team when faced with high call volumes, but in doing so, you risk lowering the quality of your customer experience. Luckily, there are many tools and technologies out there that can help you avoid the need for outsourcing. Call-back technology. Guide to Contact Center Technologies .

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Fonolo

DECEMBER 3, 2020

To truly provide the best service for your customers, you need to focus on their entire journey with your company — examine their touchpoints, interactions, and expectations and ask yourself: Is there a way to make this process simpler?… And it allows you to optimize the flow of customers from your website to phone lines.

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CCNG

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The importance of efficient customer service with contact center operations cannot be overstated, and many companies across a diverse set of vertical industries today require the use of sophisticated technology that enables agents to respond faster, with more accurate information.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Top Takeaways: Businesses use advanced technology like search and generative AI to create better customer experiences. When customers visit a company’s website and use the search bar to find information, the technology behind it can provide relevant and helpful results, making it easier to get the answers they need.

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ProProfs Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Customer service and customer support may seem like semantics; even Google does not make a difference in them. Each of these terms is customer-facing disciplines, but they cannot be used in place of the other. So, what can you do to get these Customer Satisfaction Score (CSAT) up?

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 22, 2024

How to Improve Customer Support on a Budget by Tycoonstory (Tycoonstory) Whether youre a startup starting to gain traction, or an established business, you need to run a lean operation. You also need to provide outstanding Customer support on a budget, and this can seem challenging on a small budget.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Shep Hyken interviews Gabriele Masili , Global VP and Chief Technology Officer of Customer Experience & Success at Microsoft. They discuss strategies for building a successful, digital customer experience without sacrificing the human connection. The result is a more efficient—and delightful—customer experience.

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ShepHyken

MAY 12, 2019

Counter-intuitive as that may seem, the author is making the case that companies who deliver poor customer service are “most profitable.” Chatbots vs. Humans: The Better Option for Customer Service by Michael. FreshDesk) Chatbots are going head-to-head with human customer service.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 25, 2024

But, as with most technological improvements – there are pitfalls. This article shares the concerns you should consider when putting technology between your customer and a live support agent. This one focuses on chatbots and their use in customer support. How can companies solve this dilemma?

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ShepHyken

APRIL 1, 2019

(ZDNet) AI is viewed by customer service decision makers and agents alike as a boon to the customer and employee experience. AI adoption is nascent, but it’s set to soar as more teams turn to chatbots, text, and voice analytics, and other use cases. Do Customers Trust Your Tech?

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Contact Center Pipeline

OCTOBER 20, 2021

There are more ways than ever for customers to interact with a company—from chatbots to text, email and even social media. But despite the rise of new digital communication channels, voice still reigns as king when it comes to sales and customer support.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 19, 2018

For example, algorithms are able to digest complex customer data and provide relevant content to individuals at the right time. AI-driven chatbots are being deployed more and more within customer support functions, but web personalization extends beyond just automated bots.

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TechSee

MARCH 1, 2021

And like most things today, the best way to achieve this is through technology. Having the right tools and technologies in place allows sales and service teams to share knowledge in real-time, communicate effectively for the good of the customer, and generate a greater amount of revenue.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 26, 2020

Smart automation solutions like chatbots can help companies meet their clients’ needs online without having to hire extra workers, extending working hours, or raising salaries. Here are the top retail chatbot use cases during COVID-19: Ordering. Additionally, chatbots provide instant answers to multiple people at once.

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Comm100

JULY 3, 2024

Enhancing customer service efficiency while maintaining quality is a paramount challenge. Chatbots have emerged as a powerful tool in addressing this, offering numerous benefits that can transform customer interaction dynamics. Unlike human agents, chatbots can offer consistent customer support 24/7 without breaks or downtime.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 27, 2024

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. The problem is that some companies have invested in newer technology that creates a great experience while others have not.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

While no one can truly comprehend the extent of the impact it will have, there is no doubt that AI and chatbots for customer support are being embraced by more and more companies. It can be a huge help, improve customer satisfaction and engagement, and enable you to work through questions faster and more efficiently.

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TeamSupport

MAY 31, 2023

Chatbots are fast becoming part of the digital core of tech tools that companies utilize as a secret weapon to increase their competitive advantage in the customer service arena. What Are Chatbots Chatbots are a chat software tool that mimic human conversation to efficiently perform routine tasks. Where are you located?

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The Interview with Paul Selby: Self-service is all about empowering customers and giving them the ability to solve their own problems. This often allows resolutions to be reached faster, which makes the customers happy and eliminates extra work for customer support agents.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The lockdown has changed our customers’ perspective on how they want to spend their time. Customers want to be more self-sufficient and spend less time interacting with customer support if they can get answers faster on their own. Most customers can tell whether they are talking to an AI-driven chatbot or a human.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 15, 2019

(Zingle) From Solving Problems to Saving Time — How Consumers Feel About ‘Bots’ vs Humans When it Comes to Customer Service. My Comment: Here is a great report on how customers are warming up to chatbots and robots versus a human-to-human customer service experience. I think the future looks good!

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ShepHyken

MAY 7, 2021

Shopping cart abandonment is a common practice in the e- commerce sphere and you can reduce such instances by using a chatbot on your site. The bot will remind customers about the items in their cart, directing them to the checkout page. . Amplify customer support functions .

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TechSee

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

And as with most things, all roads lead to technology. . What Is Call Center Technology? Call center technology can refer to any tool that contact centers use to improve productivity, manage staff, deliver better service, or cut costs. Advanced call center technologies go way beyond handling incoming or outgoing calls.

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TeamSupport

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Either way, before you pop that bottle of champagne, it’s time to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions for your customer support team. In today’s increasingly competitive marketplace, people—particularly those in customer support—are key to setting your company apart from the crowd.

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Creative Virtual

APRIL 21, 2022

42% of Americans would rather clean a toilet and 46% would rather go to the dentist than call customer support. These stats, just two of many in the 2022 Achieving Customer Amazement Study , likely have you nodding in agreement thinking about your own painful customer service experiences.

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