LiveVox

DECEMBER 4, 2023

As contact center leaders, you know that every decision you make comes with a cost – often beyond the initial monetary investment. One of the most important things to consider when implementing contact center software is the concept of technical debt. Technical debt is an ongoing issue that can plague your organization’s IT infrastructure, impact productivity, […] The post Avoiding Technical Debt in the Contact Center: Don’t Borrow From Tomorrow To Meet Today’s Deadlines appeared fir

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ShepHyken

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Top Takeaways: The hospitality mentality is a mindset that focuses on treating every customer as a valued guest, going beyond their expectations, and providing exceptional service. This mindset can be applied to every organization in any industry. A hyper-personalized experience is making the customer or guest feel like they are the only one that matters, even if it is only for a brief period of time.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2023

As businesses increasingly prioritize the incorporation of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives into their daily operations, many executives are rightfully pondering not only the moral implications of responsible ESG practices but – perhaps more importantly – how to quantify their impact on corporate financial performance (CFP). In the contemporary corporate landscape, a notable 90 percent of ESG-focused respondents prioritize the environmental aspect, while 52 and 60 percent

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Customer Service Life

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Nothing can derail a perfect day in the contact center like a public comment from a customer calling your company out for a feature or service that you lack or something you failed to do. Whether it’s on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, Instagram, or some other public forum, a good public rant is almost sure to get the attention of everyone in the company.

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Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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AWS Machine Learning

DECEMBER 4, 2023

This is a guest post co-authored by Nafi Ahmet Turgut, Hasan Burak Yel, and Damla Şentürk from Getir. Established in 2015, Getir has positioned itself as the trailblazer in the sphere of ultrafast grocery delivery. This innovative tech company has revolutionized the last-mile delivery segment with its compelling offering of “groceries in minutes.” With a presence across Turkey, the UK, the Netherlands, Germany, and the United States, Getir has become a multinational force to be reckoned with.

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Nuance

DECEMBER 4, 2023

… Intelligent patient experiences, part 5: How strategic is your patient engagement strategy? Read More » The post Intelligent patient experiences, part 5: How strategic is your patient engagement strategy? appeared first on What’s Next blog.

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Cisco - Contact Center

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Predicting the future of new technology is often like gambling. Predicting the future of a massive locomotive on a railway track is quite predictable.

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Cyara

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) recently launched their ‘ Top 10 for Large Language Model (LLM) Applications ’. OWASP is a non-profit organization that offers free and open resources, guidance and best practice insights. Its mission is to assist developers and organizations in safeguarding their web applications, mobile applications and large language models against cyber attacks.

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Cisco - Contact Center

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy requires acceleration of your agency’s mission to go boldly into the 128-bit address space universe with greater speed and urgency.

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Step-by-step instructions on how to use AI for growth in your contact center Learn how AI can transform your contact center operations. In this ebook, dig into the different AI technologies, then see how each can help automate tasks, streamline service, and turn your contact center from a cost center to a profit house. Plus, we’ll give you practical tips on choosing the right AI tools, getting them up and running, and measuring their impact.

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Back Office Centers

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Order processing that is accurate and timely is essential to a successful business. When it comes to eCommerce, this procedure becomes just as crucial as bringing in new clients. Order processing is a business-critical operation, but it is not your primary business, therefore it can be readily outsourced. In addition to the labour arbitrage benefit, Outsource Order Processing Services and enhance customer experience.

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DMG Consulting

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The future of contact centers There are questions about what will happen to the contact center in 5-10 years. The post The future of contact centers appeared first on DMG Consulting.

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TeleDirect

DECEMBER 4, 2023

At TeleDirect, we help businesses across America deliver impeccable customer service. Our team of inbound and outbound call center agents are experts! We become an extension of your team and handle everything related to customer satisfaction, communication and support — while staying true to your unique branding and verbiage. As a BPO contact center, we understand the magic of collaboration.

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Kapta Customer Success

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Key account management requires a formal process and technology to support it. Learn what account management processes CRM doesn’t support and which software does.

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In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Cisco - Contact Center

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The momentum of Cisco’s Managed Service Provider (MSP) partners is undeniable.

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Injixo

DECEMBER 4, 2023

What is 'contact center workforce management' (WFM)? You've probably heard the term many times. But what does it actually mean? How does it fit into the contact center landscape? What are its component parts? And why does it matter? In this post, we're going back to basics to reveal the core elements that make WFM tick and the pivotal role it plays in driving contact center success.

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Cisco - Contact Center

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Securing data in today’s information-saturated, hyperconnected world is not for the faint of heart.

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Balto

DECEMBER 4, 2023

This blog post is adapted in part from a webinar hosted by Balto featuring Michele Santagata. Watch the full recording here. Every contact center has the capability to add value to their company through customer acquisition. By leveraging a clear mission, omnichannel solutions, and agent support, you can increase conversions and perpetuate steady growth.

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Preparing for impactful coaching sessions shouldn't be a bottleneck to success. "Innovation Insight: Coaching Tech to Boost Customer Service Performance" from Gartner shows practical ways to turn this around. In the research, Gartner found that “customer service and support supervisors, who are responsible for coaching, often lack availability and only spend an average of 30% of their time on it.” 1 We believe this valuable resource offers an objective look at how technology can facilitate more

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Whilst confidence in technology is rising, companies have to ensure that they are not caught up in the AI whirlwind and look at alternatives such as intelligent automation. Andrew Linley, Head of Commercial at NGC Networks explains. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has over the past five years become the new buzzword across multiple sectors. Such is the potential for AI to make a real impact for businesses, levels of enthusiasm are increasing all of the time.

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Cisco - Contact Center

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Last week, we hosted all the remarkable Cisco Sales Champions who were selected to be a part of 2023 Club Cisco.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Selecting the right address for your business is a critical decision that can significantly impact your operations, growth, and success. This choice is more than just a physical location—it’s about aligning your business goals with the neighborhood demographic, local infrastructure, and evolving industrial trends. The process involves meticulous research, careful consideration of various factors such as cost, accessibility, and customer base, as well as long-term strategic planning.

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Injixo

DECEMBER 4, 2023

What is 'contact center workforce management' (WFM)? You've probably heard the term many times. But what does it actually mean? How does it fit into the contact center landscape? What are its component parts? And why does it matter? In this post, we're going back to basics to reveal the core elements that make WFM tick and the pivotal role it plays in driving contact center success.

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Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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DMG Consulting

DECEMBER 4, 2023

AI Should Revolutionize Customer Experience 2023 was a tumultuous year for many businesses. Economies faced tough and confusing times, employment rates were up and down, while consumer and employee expectations continued to rise. At the same time, generative artificial intelligence (AI) captured the world’s attention, the cloud kept growing, technology improved, and companies made real efforts to enhance the customer experience (CX) and, to a lesser degree, the employee experience (EX).

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SmartKarrot

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Introduction In this insightful Kaffeine & Karrots conversation, Shivani Chaturvedi, Customer Success Manager at SmartKarrot Inc., sits down with Sana Farooq, Senior Director of Customer Success & UC Irvine CX Advisory Board, to delve into the pivotal role of customer education in achieving success. With over 12 years of experience spanning early-stage to high-growth companies, Sana provides a wealth of knowledge on how customer education intertwines with customer success.

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