TechSee

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Customer self-service refers to customer-initiated interaction technologies that enable customers to access information and perform routine tasks without requiring the assistance of a live customer service representative. Drivers for customer self-service.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Sukhdev Singh, Digital Marketing Specialist at Maxicus , a company that provides tech-enabled customer service solutions. He writes about building a great customer experience is integral to the success of any organization. What is a Customer Experience Strategy? .

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ShepHyken

JULY 31, 2020

She explains the difference between customer service and customer experience and shares how implementing both into your business creates success. Customer experience and customer service are often used interchangeably and are the buzzwords for businesses in the age of instant gratuity.

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Creative Virtual

MARCH 31, 2022

You are missing out on a prime opportunity to put your customer service efforts on the path to future success. Customer service and CX expert, Shep Hyken recently published his 2022 ACA Study: Achieving Customer Amazement – download a full copy of the report here – which explores the state of customer service and customer experience.

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ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Beat Your Best Quality Scores – 15 Quick Wins by Megan Jones (Call Centre Helper) Improving quality scores in customer service is an ongoing process that requires dedication, effective communication, and continuous training.

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Call Center Weekly

APRIL 1, 2019

With self-service solutions. What does “self-service solutions” mean? Also, by establishing self-sufficiency it will help alleviate the workload from your folks so that you can better focus on all the cool types of studies that you’re dying to do. So how do you reduce this? Follow Diana on LinkedIn.

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ShepHyken

JULY 12, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Top Customer Service Trends: Digital Channels Overtake Service Options by Phillip Britt. 3 Projects to Help You Deliver Good Customer Service Daily (+ Resources) by Laura Krajewski.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2024

This episode of Amazing Business Radio with Shep Hyken answers the following questions and more:    How is AI transforming both employee and customer experiences? How does AI improve efficiency and productivity for customer service teams? Can AI be utilized effectively in smaller companies with limited budgets?

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CCNG

JANUARY 4, 2023

Elevating the Customer Experience (CX) is an obsession for the contact center industry, and rightly so. The experiences that customers have with your contact center condition the way they think about you as a supplier of goods and services and as a trusted part­ner in providing the things that they need and want in their lives.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 11, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Rethinking Customer Interactions to Boost Customer Experience by Harvard Business Review (Harvard Business Review) Simply put, customer experience (CX) has the power to make or break business success.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 12, 2021

A study by McKinsey Consulting in April 2020 indicated that digitally-enabled sales interactions were at least twice more important during the pandemic than they were in the pre-COVID-19 era. All communication must, instead, take place digitally––even self-service. Actionable Steps for Reset.

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Kayako

APRIL 12, 2022

Customer satisfaction directly impacts the bottom line, too, as 84% of companies that work to improve their customer experience report an increase in their revenue. Apart from the stats, it is important to look for examples of company success stories improving customer service and productivity.

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Callminer

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

COVID-19 led to new realizations about how call centers need to operate, including a shift to remote work , system-wide stressors and important shifts in customer experience and service expectations among consumers. Live engagement sets customers at ease. Contactless preferences encourage self-service, even online.

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ShepHyken

MAY 5, 2017

This week on our Friends on Friday guest blog post my colleague, Dan Rood, writes about the precious commodity of time and why we must use the latest technologies to help customers save time and have amazing customer experiences. I think a great self-service option is key for everyone. Shep Hyken.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. If Customer Service Reps Were Honest [Spooky Edition]: The Scary Reality Your Customer Service Agents Face Every Day Plus How You Can Help by Veronica Krieg. Here are eight ways!

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 9, 2022

We explore these questions and offer some tips on how to improve your customer journey. . What do customers expect from contact centers? . In order to provide an excellent customer experience, it’s important that your customer journey is aligned with customer expectations. Reduced customer churn .

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ShepHyken

MARCH 31, 2018

Social Media Changes Customer Service. Customers have a louder voice than ever before. The 1979 study by the Technical Assistance Research Program , commissioned by the White House Office of Consumer Affairs, found that a complaining customer might tell 8-12 people about a negative experience they had with a business.

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TeleDirect

MARCH 9, 2025

How to Reduce Wait Times and Improve Customer Satisfaction in Call Centers How to Reduce Wait Times and Improve Customer Satisfaction in Call Centers is a critical focus for businesses aiming to enhance customer experience and boost operational efficiency. Why Reducing Wait Times is Critical for Customer Satisfaction 1.

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Beyond Philosophy

AUGUST 13, 2020

There is a significant connection between successful Customer Experiences and the amount of effort they require from customers. We discussed this idea of Customer Effort in a recent podcast, and its related measurement, the Customer Effort Score. . So, customers want to have an effortless experience.

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ShepHyken

APRIL 22, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Why Anxious Customers Prefer Human Customer Service by Michelle A. But what’s less clear is the toll these self-service interactions may take on customers. Shell and Ryan W.

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CCNG

JULY 10, 2024

A study by Salesforce found out that 73% of companies believe that providing superior customer experience is key to business growth. These trends are not just shaping the future—they’re redefining the very essence of customer interaction and satisfaction. Investing in agents yields tangible benefits.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 1, 2017

Giveaways: Click Here to view the PDF of the Pega Study, “What Consumers Really Think About AI: A Global Study” discussed on the episode. Featured Interview: Shep begins his interview by asking Jeff Nicholson about Pega’s recent global consumer study, “What Consumers Really Think About AI.”

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ShepHyken

APRIL 15, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 6 Customer Service Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them by Sam Del Rowe. My Comment: This article is an interpretation of a Forrester report focused on customer service and customer experience.

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The Petrova Experience

OCTOBER 8, 2020

As we begin Q4 of an eventful 2020, it’s time to look out for the 2021 customer experience trends and tactics for creating exceptional experiences in increasingly complex environments. We rounded up Eight 2021 Customer Experience Trends and Tactics to be aware of as we get ready to close out 2020.

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ShepHyken

MAY 30, 2016

The Great Customer Service Debate by Judith Aquino . 1to1 Media) Can companies trade the human touch for automation without sacrificing the quality of their customer service? More and more customers are accepting and actually hoping for self-service solutions and other types of automation.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 20, 2018

I’ve spent my professional career teaching companies and individuals how to provide amazing customer service and a customer experience (CX) that would keep customers coming back and help their businesses to grow and thrive. But today, customers expect more. Self-Service. They are: 1.

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Kayako

MAY 4, 2022

Let’s understand more about how a Frictionless Customer Experience can help improve customer satisfaction. Are you ready to deliver Friction-Free Customer Service? Capture your customer’s entire journey in a way a support ticket or traditional help desk never could. Discover Kayako Self Service.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

(RIS) In today’s omnichannel climate where differentiation is increasingly difficult and customer expectations are heightened, customer service is critical for delivering differentiated shopping experiences. The “20th Annual Mystery Shopping Study” recognizes seven retailers who excel in customer service.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 23, 2017

(CustomerThink) What does your B2B marketing program have to do with your customer retention strategy? Let’s look at three ways you can use marketing and customer experience to engage your customers. I especially love number three… that prospective customers watch how you treat current customers.

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TechSee

MAY 19, 2020

Data shows that 52% of consumers register their products when offered an option to do so on mobile and are more likely to purchase extended service plans or buy related parts and accessories. Visual self-service product registration. Data in exchange for value. The next step: Remote Visual Assistance.

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Playvox

JULY 31, 2023

However, some of the quickest ROI can come from the employee self-service (ESS) aspects of a WFM solution. What Is Employee Self-Service? Employee self-service can nurture employee satisfaction and agent performance and promote a motivated and engaged workforce. All that time adds up quickly.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

To be good, a customer support interaction needs to be…. The speed of service delivery has a massive effect on how customers view your support. Over and over again, speed and responsiveness show up in studies as main determinants of service satisfaction. How easy is it for customers to get in touch with you?

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

A case study by Idaho Central Union by Avinash Bhaisa . Omoto) Quite a few organizations, even today, consider customer experience as a tertiary function. They assume that in the order of priority, it comes after customer acquisition. My Comment: This is a great case study that proves that CX impacts the bottom line.

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Inbenta

JANUARY 25, 2021

Any friction in a customer’s journey can make or break customers’ loyalty and have an impact on potential revenue. Luckily, technology keeps on adapting to help deliver tools that can make customer experience (CX) a truly seamless experience for companies and consumers. Improved interactions thanks to AI.

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