PeopleMetrics

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

When I originally wrote about the need for external VoC partners , the main debate was whether companies should invest in a full-service VoC solution or manage the process themselves with a basic survey tool. Today, the conversation has evolved. Lets break it down. Should you focus on wait times or product quality?

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Surveys Customer centricity Wait times CRM 62

Aspect

JULY 2, 2020

With this in mind, let’s examine some tools that can help monitor and manage the customer experience for your organization and your contact center. . Originally created to simply manage multiple social media platforms in one place, their value and functionality be came evident soon after the increase of social media marketing budgets.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

A customer success platform for managing interactions in a single space. Account management Offer workshops on relationship-building, active listening, and consultative selling for identifying upsell or cross-sell opportunities. Encourage shadowing experienced account managers who can disseminate their best tips and tricks.

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B2C Customer centricity Feedback Upselling 346

PeopleMetrics

MARCH 7, 2025

Where Sample Lists Go Wrong Getting relationship survey sample lists is relatively straightforwardjust pull a list of active customers from the past six to twelve months and go. But transactional surveys are where things get tricky. Heres how AI might improve customer sample management: 1.

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APIs Surveys CRM Feedback 62

Steve DiGioia

MARCH 19, 2018

“Although companies are investing record amounts of money in traditional loyalty programs, in customer-relationship-management (CRM) technology, and in general service-quality improvements, most of these initiatives end in disappointment. So says McKinsey & Company. How much effort, and resources, should. Continue reading….

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3CLogic

MARCH 27, 2025

According to NASCIOs 2024 State CIO Survey, IT consolidation and centralization are top priorities for 49 state CIOs, underscoring the importance of integrated, seamless digital service management. 3 Managing tightening budgets Agencies must balance modernizing services and efforts while often constrained by budgets.

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Understanding CIM Software Before delving into strategies for improving customer interactions with businesses using CIM software, it is crucial to understand what customer interaction management software involves. Customer Interaction Management (CIM) software commonly incorporates tools like analytics to anticipate issues in advance.

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AWS Machine Learning

DECEMBER 11, 2024

We discuss how our sales teams are using it today, compare the benefits of Amazon Q Business as a managed service to the do-it-yourself option, review the data sources available and high-level technical design, and talk about some of our future plans. The following screenshot shows an example of an interaction with Field Advisor.

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Beyond Philosophy

OCTOBER 4, 2018

I carry over this self-management strategy to my behavior as a customer. You can put it on a customer service survey or glean it from a customer quiz. You can even look back through your CRM and see what information you already have that could shed some light on the issue. My advice is to ask them.

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Interaction Metrics

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

How to Measure Customer Service Quality Through Workshops Use customer service surveys before and after workshops to gauge their impact. Implement Ongoing Feedback Mechanisms Regular customer feedback through real-time surveys or post-interaction evaluations helps identify problems as they arise. Effective de-escalation techniques.

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Customer Service Metrics Journey mapping CRM 62

ShepHyken

MAY 17, 2019

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) helps businesses to strengthen relationships with customers. Gartner predicts that , by 2021, CRM will be the largest enterprise software in spending revenue. Run customer feedback survey occasionally to measure your service performance. Ensure that their skills are apt and updated.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 12, 2019

Drucker (or Deming) said, “You can manage what you don’t measure.” MIT Sloan Management Review) The most memorable experiences are suffused with emotion — not extra features or value for money. 10 customer experience lessons from a CRM pioneer and trailblazer by Vala Afshar.

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Customer Service CRM Customer Experience Surveys 254

delighted

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Enter survey automation. In this article, we’ll learn more about survey automation, why it’s so important for customer experience success, and how you can implement automation in your CX program today. Two types of survey distribution: Manual vs automated. Two types of survey distribution: Manual vs automated.

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Surveys APIs SaaS Engineering 97

Beyond Philosophy

JANUARY 27, 2022

I have seen it before with other influential business concepts, like Total Quality Management, Business Re-engineering, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM). It was the CRM wave that receded in the early 2000s to make way for CX in the first place. . But then, that CRM wave receded, and CX’s wave came in. .

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Beyond Philosophy

JANUARY 22, 2022

The last big thing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), was old news. Here are a few key moments in the discussion: 03:21 Colin describes how what he is seeing in business today regarding customer experience feels familiar to what was happening over two decades ago with CRM. Complete this short survey.

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Method:CRM

MAY 1, 2023

You’ve gathered all the customer information you can dream of through your CRM system, but now what? How do you make sense of the CRM and customer experience data you’ve worked so hard to collect? Read on to learn more about how you can use your CRM and customer experience data to its fullest potential. Addressing complaints.

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CRM Customer Experience Self service Education 93

TeleDirect

MARCH 20, 2025

Provide stress management techniques to help agents remain calm under pressure. How to Gather Feedback: Conduct post-call surveys to gauge satisfaction. Personalization Strategies: Implement CRM systems to access customer history during calls. Use workforce management software to schedule agents appropriately.

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Call Center Multi-channel support Customer Service First call resolution 62

TechSee

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

In fact, TechSee carried out a survey exploring changing attitudes to engineer visits in this new reality. They understand that they’re often going to have to play a more active role in the resolution process, and they expect their property managers to provide ‘ contactless service ’ that’s aligned with their safety expectations.

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

CRM Systems : Platforms like HubSpot or Zendesk centralize customer data and make interactions more efficient. AI Tools : Automate repetitive tasks such as managing tickets or categorizing queries. Month 1-2 Identify common post-purchase pain points through customer surveys and support ticket analysis.

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Customer Service Journey mapping Wait times Self service 83

Balto

JANUARY 6, 2025

Balto automatically flags critical moments, giving managers the cue to swoop in and save the day before things go south. Zoho Desk Zoho Desk is a cloud-based QA platform that enables call centers to manage customer support tickets, customer satisfaction analysis tools, and advanced agent scoring techniques. Still not convinced?

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NobelBiz

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Have you ever wondered how call centers manage the overwhelming number of customer calls, especially those tricky situations that require immediate attention? The secret lies in effective escalation management, a crucial aspect often overlooked. This is where escalation management comes into play.

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Call Center Management Contact Center Wait times 105

Cincom

JANUARY 31, 2025

Driven by advances in technology, today’s customers have higher expectations than ever beforeand the key to meeting theseeven exceeding these expectationslies in customer interaction management (CIM). Now to ensure that this interaction fulfills its purpose, it is necessary to manage it, and thats where CIM enters.

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Beyond Philosophy

JANUARY 15, 2022

In this episode, we talk with the Managing Director of the ACSI, David VanAmburg about what has been going on over the past ten years in Customer Experience. When I was starting out it was all about Total Quality Management and Business Process Reengineering. Then, following that was Customer Relationship Management (CRM).

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TeleDirect

MARCH 9, 2025

Use CRM integrations to access customer history instantly. Gather and Implement Customer Feedback Send post-call surveys to identify areas for improvement. A: Provide ongoing training, encourage the use of knowledge management systems, and use performance analytics to optimize agent efficiency.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 4, 2018

CustomerThink) Known in customer relationship management (CRM) circles as the “Godfather of CRM,” Greenberg suggests businesses are better off consistently meeting their customer’s expectations. Stats and facts from numerous surveys show the best places to buy from are also the best places to work.

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Customer Service Airlines CRM Employee engagement 192

Return Customer

JANUARY 31, 2025

CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software is also very important. You can do this by sending emails asking for reviews after they buy something, giving small rewards for filling out surveys, or simply having easy-to-find feedback forms on your website.

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 21, 2018

CSAT is measured by the responses received to the questions asked in a customer feedback survey. It is also necessary to create an environment where management can understand what customers expect, which will be helpful in decision making. How is a CSAT score measured?

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

This personalized service leads to a higher perception of quality, and if your IVR can tap into your customer data from other channels, previous interactions, and your CRM, each call can be a quality experience. The IVR can link back to your customer data, modify survey questions in real-time, and collect personalized feedback.

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ShepHyken

JULY 3, 2020

The best way to accomplish this is to ask your customers to complete a survey as to how they evaluate your company’s customer service. Utilizing a customer relationship management (CRM) software will help you streamline the entire process. Provide Personalized Support.

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Hodusoft

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A Comprehensive Guide to Net Promoter Score: History, Calculation Formula, Survey Tips If you are an entrepreneur or a business professional, you probably know what the term ‘Net Promoter Score’ means. It can also be defined as a method to calculate customer experience based on surveys.

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Surveys Benchmark Contact Center Employee engagement 52

Calabrio

MARCH 25, 2025

In today’s digital landscape, this involves gathering data from diverse sources like surveys, social media, online reviews and, crucially, contact center interactions. Customer feedback management and automation tools This category includes tools that streamline the collection and management of customer feedback.

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Journey mapping Contact Center Analytics Surveys 52

TeleDirect

MARCH 26, 2025

Medical and insurance providers often face: High Call Volumes: Managing a large number of inquiries efficiently. Utilize Advanced Call Routing and CRM Systems Efficient call routing and client relationship management systems streamline the customer experience. Multilingual Support: Accommodate diverse client demographics.

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CCNG

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The warp-speed migration to work-from-home complicated things further—IT and operations management continue to augment processes and technologies to support an evolving landscape of remote and hybrid teams. A 2021 Gallup survey found that a mere 23% of U.S. Maintain the accelerated pace of digital transformation.

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Gamification Customer Experience CCNG Employee engagement 195

PeopleMetrics

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

So, youve launched a relationship survey, set a CX baseline, and now youre ready to dive into transactional VoC. There are three key reasons why this approach works: Validating Your Survey Design AI-powered survey design tools have made creating surveys faster and more efficient. Congratulations! The natural instinct?

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Surveys CRM Feedback Analytics 62

ShepHyken

AUGUST 23, 2021

Bluleadz) At the end of the day, you can invest all you want in fancy customer relationship management (CRM) tools and omnichannel communications. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Frictionless Shopping Provides Enhanced Customer Experience, Retail Efficiencies by NVIDIA.

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Customer Service CRM Marketing Customer Experience 48

TeleDirect

MARCH 20, 2025

Teach stress management techniques to handle difficult calls. Implement Feedback Loops Encourage customers to provide feedback through surveys and use their insights to enhance call center practices. Personalize Each Interaction Address customers by name and refer to previous interactions to make them feel valued and recognized.

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Call Center Abandon rate Customer Service First call resolution 62

Hello Customer

OCTOBER 13, 2021

For each listed objective, it is important to specify who is the recipient, i.e., the one who will most immediately benefit from hearing what the customer has to say: IT, customer service, sales, marketing, HR, general management, etc. These include: Long Form Surveys. Net Promoter Score (NPS) and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) surveys.

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