ShepHyken
APRIL 6, 2022
“Is customer service more important than price?” . That’s exactly what we asked more than 1,000 consumers in our customer service research. The response was that 58% said, “Yes.” And just to make sure, we asked a similar question later in the survey, “Would you pay more if you knew you would receive great customer service?” Once again, 58% said, “Yes.” .
NobelBiz
APRIL 5, 2022
Managing a contact center doesn't come without its challenges and risks. And these risks are often related to Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Security and Technology. In this article we will talk about the top 10 risk factors for quality contact centers and how you can tackle them. The post Top 10 Risk Factors For Contact Centers And How To Tackle Them appeared first on NobelBiz®.
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Steve DiGioia
APRIL 4, 2022
I was never rattled by an upset customer. Never hesitated to speak with them, never cowered in fear, and never pushed them off to a coworker. I looked forward to the opportunity to “make things right”. When the sh*t hit the fan, I always knew what to do. How can that be? Am I crazy and want to get into an argument with an angry customer ? Of course not.
Beyond Philosophy
APRIL 7, 2022
Many organizations do not know what customers expect from their experience and to their detriment. Understanding customer expectations is fundamental. Fail to meet them, and you have, well, failed. You failed to surprise and delight the customer, and you failed to provide an excellent experience that inspires the customer loyalty necessary for customer-driven growth.
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ShepHyken
APRIL 8, 2022
This week, we feature an article by Nikhil Pereira is a Contact Center expert with 20 years of end-to-end contact center expertise. He has experience across the Contact Center spanning Hiring, Training, Quality, Workforce Management, and Performance Management. He shares how retailers can understand the digital customer experience in the retail world.
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Callminer
APRIL 6, 2022
All statisticians use Bayes’s theorem, even frequentists. What makes you a Bayesian is in how you interpret it. The CallMiner Research Lab breaks it down in this new blog.
Beyond Philosophy
APRIL 2, 2022
A common mistake organizations make with their experience is failing to understand customer expectations. This mistake will lead to customers feeling unhappy and disappointed—two emotions I guarantee won’t contribute to your customer-driven growth. Expectations are a form of Reference Point, which people use to compare and evaluate experiences.
ShepHyken
APRIL 5, 2022
The Return on High Customer Satisfaction Is Huge. The Link Between the Top Rated Customer-Focused Companies and the Stock Market. Shep Hyken interviews Dr. Claes Fornell, founder of the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) and the Distinguished Donald C. Cook Emeritus Professor of Business at the University of Michigan. Dr. Fornell is the author of The Satisfied Customer: Winners and Losers in the Battle for Buyer Preference.
Contact Center Pipeline
APRIL 4, 2022
Did you think in March 2020 that we would still be talking about adjusting to the “new normal” and figuring out the best path forward for our staff and customers in April 2022? I certainly didn’t. I thought it would take us a few months, COVID would be under control and life would resume back […].
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What does customer service excellence look like in 2024? According to our report with insights from CX expert Shep Hyken, customer expectations are at an all-time high, and there’s a bigger shift toward self-service and leveraging AI capabilities.
Callminer
APRIL 4, 2022
Customer lifetime value (CLV) is a great way to track your customers' overall perception of your brand. Read this blog learn what it is, why it's used and how to make the most of this valuable metric.
Cyara
APRIL 7, 2022
An Acquisition that Made Perfect Sense. Artificial intelligence is evolving rapidly, and it’s changing the way customers and businesses interact on every level. As more of these interactions move online, automated chatbots are becoming a mainstay in industries of all kinds. What was once a quirky, clunky novelty is now an essential component of your business’s customer experience.
Eptica
APRIL 4, 2022
Date: Monday, April 4, 2022 Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager Four ways to avoid customers having to repeat themselves. Published on: April 04, 2022. Author: Pauline Ashenden - Demand Generation Manager When customers reach out to a contact centre, they want to feel their time is being valued. Which is why they hate having to repeat information, every time they are transferred to another agent or to another channel.
TechSee
APRIL 8, 2022
If you or a family member relies on an at-home medical device, whether an insulin pump, hearing device, or a CPAP machine, or any of the dozens of others, we know how incredibly convenient and in many cases, life saving these devices can be. However, we also know how challenging and scary it might be should something need to be fixed or adjusted. There are revolutionary advancements being made in this industry every day which is really quite exciting, but also means we have to keep up with the t
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Start building the AI workforce of the future with our comprehensive guide to creating an AI-first contact center. Learn how Conversational and Generative AI can transform traditional operations into scalable, efficient, and customer-centric experiences. What is AI-First? Transition from outdated, human-first strategies to an AI-driven approach that enhances customer engagement and operational efficiency.
Totango
APRIL 5, 2022
The number of NPS software providers has proliferated as the importance of tracking Net Promoter Score (NPS) has been realized by a growing number of enterprises. This raises the question, how do you find the best NPS software solutions? In this guide, we’ll help you tackle this issue. First, we’ll cover what NPS software is and what features are important so that you know what to look for when selecting a solution.
Hodusoft
APRIL 6, 2022
Top 5 Customer Experience Trends to Consider in 2022. In recent years, businesses have realized the impact that customer experience has on the growth of their businesses. To make sure that their companies stick out in the market, they do everything to ensure that their customer experience is optimal. A recent survey by PwC found that 86% of buyers are ready to pay more for better customer experience.
ConvergeOne
APRIL 7, 2022
Huntington Beach Union High School District is comprised of high school students in the 9-12 grade range across three cities. Prior to the pandemic, the school district had issued students their own learning devices, but the students were the only ones poised for mobility. Teachers and administrators had fixed learning devices that anchored them to their classrooms.
Fonolo
APRIL 5, 2022
What comes to mind when you think of the ideal call center leader? Organized? Professional? Inspiring? While those are certainly beneficial, the right candidate needs a lot more than that to make it as a successful call center leader. If you want your agents to consistently meet company goals, you must invest in the right leaders, including managers and supervisors.
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Harness the True Power of your Contact Center In today’s fast-paced business environment, selecting the right contact center solution is critical for enhancing customer experience, improving operational efficiency, and optimizing costs. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential factors to consider when choosing a contact center software that aligns with your business needs.
Totango
APRIL 8, 2022
Mapping out your customer journey is not an easy task. It can be complicated and messy and difficult to see the path forward. When you finally get it all mapped out, then you have to figure out which tools to use to activate it – and it might even be outdated a week later! Shouldn’t there be an easier way? Meet the Customer Experience Canvas. This new tool from Totango is the first and only solution that enables you to visually design, build, run, measure and iterate on any customer journey in r
Education Services Group
APRIL 8, 2022
The memory is vivid: a dark blue piece of construction paper, a fresh unused roll of tape in a handheld dispenser. I remember looking around and seeing my classmates using crayons, markers, and massive pencils to create their parent’s newest piece of fridge decor. Scissors were used by some, glue bottles and sticks by those less trusted. Why was no one using the tape?
SQM Group
APRIL 7, 2022
Discover the distinction between Voice of the Customer First Call Resolution and One Contact Resolution.
CustomerSuccessBox
APRIL 7, 2022
It’s undeniable that the SaaS model works differently and attracts revenue on a monthly or annual basis, unlike the on-premise software that deals with one-time payments. So, it’s legit to have a customer success team in hand. But with effective customer success, it’s possible to attain those extra gains from the SaaS revenue model. If your efforts are going down the hill, know what better can you do to pull yourself from the clutter and unleash success with the revenue your brand deserves.
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Provana
APRIL 5, 2022
In a conventional call center setting, the high volume of calls that need to be reviewed and classified manually are too voluminous to quality score 100%. Since this manual exercise turns QA into an exhaustive and time-consuming routine, many businesses often end up reviewing only a 1% sampling of their calls for QA and compliance. Thanks to speech technology, the need for manual QA reviews is decreasing.
ChurnZero
APRIL 5, 2022
This is a guest post by Paula Naba , director of Customer Success at Northpass. Did you know that 32% of customers stop doing business with a brand they love after only one bad experience? How about this: customer-centric companies are 60% more profitable than companies that don’t focus on customers. These are just two data points that underscore the importance of the customer experience and one of the major forcing factors bringing Customer Success and customer education teams together.
SQM Group
APRIL 5, 2022
For the IVR self-service touchpoint to successfully resolve an interaction, call centers need to determine the appropriate call types this touchpoint should handle. Uncover the best practices for resolving interactions on the first call using the IVR self-service touchpoint.
Nicereply
APRIL 6, 2022
As countries went into lockdown, people had to start working remotely. During the first few months of the pandemic, there was an urgent need to pivot business ops and continuity plans. Those who failed to adapt and innovate trailed behind. In particular, one of the most affected areas by the pandemic is the customer support segment. In this blog, you’ll learn more about the changes in the industry caused by COVID-19 and how you can manage your team better during quarantine.
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Faster response times mean happier customers Are your customers on hold too long? Nearly half of consumers find hold times unacceptable, and a quarter will leave your brand because of it. Our latest report reveals how companies are affected by wait times and the impact on customer satisfaction. Read the report to get insights into the impact of long hold times and areas for opportunities.
Kapta Customer Success
APRIL 4, 2022
Leadership is essential to any account management team — but how do you ensure it’s happening, and happening well? According to Zippia , "Only 10% of people are natural leaders — another 20% show some qualities of basic managerial talent that can be cultivated into high-quality leadership.".
ChurnZero
APRIL 8, 2022
All it takes is one idea to spark creativity and change. At BIG RYG 2022, on October 12 – 13 in Washington, D.C., you’ll find ideas for years. Clear your calendar and register today ! What’s BIG RYG? It’s the definitive Customer Success leadership summit. That’s a bold statement. But these testimonials from last year’s attendees will help you see why we make it: “I LOVED the content so much.
kommunicate
APRIL 3, 2022
Last Updated on April 3, 2022 Chatbots are not just the helpdesk assistants of the future, they are the helpdesks of the future. There, we said it. As a company that makes chatbots and has access to a tonne of data that repeatedly shows how chatbots are more effective than your typical customer service agent, [.]. The post 12 Chatbot Metrics That You Will Be Naive To Ignore appeared first on Kommunicate Blog.
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