NobelBiz

MAY 7, 2024

Call centers are constantly facing the challenge of maintaining high efficiency while adhering to strict regulatory compliance. Traditional dialing methods, whether purely automated or entirely manual, often fall short of meeting these demands. This gap has paved the way for hybrid dialer solutions, which integrate seamlessly with existing call center technology to offer the perfect blend of automated and manual dialing capabilities.

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Toister Performance Solutions

MAY 9, 2024

The feedback session was going poorly. A quality assurance analyst was reviewing a contact center agent's calls. The agent was upset about her quality score. The agent bristled at receiving zero points for friendliness. The analyst pointed out that the agent sounded disinterested. Irritated at times. There was no warmth in her approach. "Well, that's friendly for me," was the retort.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 7, 2024

Imagine a world where artificial intelligence (AI) and human expertise seamlessly intertwine, transforming the contact centre landscape as we know it? As we embark on a journey towards 2030, the once futuristic notion of AI-powered contact centres is no longer a distant dream but a rapidly unfolding reality. At Sabio Group, we have witnessed first-hand the evolution of AI and its transformative impact on customer service.

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Vistio

MAY 6, 2024

The speed at which new agents ramp up and the consistency of service that tenured agents provide can significantly impact a business’ bottom line. Recognizing this, we’ve turned to innovative solutions to ensure our agents are not only prepared but excel in every interaction. This commitment led us to integrate AI-driven simulations into our training programs—a game-changing approach that has transformed the way we prepare and enhance the capabilities of our agents.

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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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TCN

MAY 8, 2024

Remote employment has increased dramatically since the beginning of COVID-19 and has become increasingly prevalent. The post Enhancing Remote Work and Distributed Teams with Call Center Software appeared first on TCN.

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Ambs Call Center

MAY 6, 2024

This blog was originally published on 7/10/16 and has been updated for relevance. When a business decides they need to hire a phone answering service or virtual receptionist, they are often anxious to start right away.

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TeleDirect

MAY 6, 2024

What is an outbound call center, and how can it help a business grow? Your friends at TeleDirect have all the information you need for success. Get started today! What is an Outbound Call Center? Chances are, you’ve heard of a call center or a contact center. These are platforms where a business can direct all of its customer communication. Some businesses run these platforms from within their own premises, while others outsource to a remote provider.

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TechSee

MAY 9, 2024

As customer expectations continue to evolve, businesses are increasingly turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance Customer Experience (CX). Leading AI-driven solutions, especially those empowered with visual AI , can analyze and summarize customer interactions, predict behaviors, streamline resolutions, and personalize experiences at scale.

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Beyond Philosophy

MAY 10, 2024

A Master Class Part 2: Unlocking the Psychology of Customer Experience In this episode, we continue exploring the psychology behind Customer Experience, focusing on the role of memory. Customer loyalty hinges on how memories are formed and retained. Therefore, understanding memory formation is crucial for designing impactful experiences. Memory formation begins with encoding, where new information is processed and stored in the mind.

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Understanding and improving your customer experience (CX) can have a massive impact on your bottom line. Choosing the right voice of customers (VoC) solution is a critical step to elevating CX. Frost & Sullivan researched more than 50 leading VoC vendors, analyzing both their “innovation index” and “growth index” to independently select the top 10 performers in each of these categories.

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ShepHyken

MAY 5, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Here are my top five picks from last week. I have added my comments about each article and would like to hear what you think too. 8 customer service trends to know in 2024 by Martha Kendall (SproutSocial) Customer service trends in 2024 are all about meeting your customers where they are, personalizing your interactions and reaching a resolution as efficiently as possible.

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Callminer

MAY 8, 2024

Forrester Research has named CallMiner a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Real-Time Revenue Execution Platforms, Q2 2024 report.

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TechSee

MAY 9, 2024

As customer expectations continue to evolve, businesses are increasingly turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance Customer Experience (CX). Leading AI-driven solutions, especially those empowered with visual AI , can analyze and summarize customer interactions, predict behaviors, streamline resolutions, and personalize experiences at scale.

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AWS Machine Learning

MAY 9, 2024

This post is co-written with Tom Famularo, Abhay Shah and Nicolette Kontor from Verisk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) is a leading data analytics and technology partner for the global insurance industry. Through advanced analytics, software, research, and industry expertise across over 20 countries, Verisk helps build resilience for individuals, communities, and businesses.

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CX leaders are in a gold rush for AI, lured by the promise of cost savings and a revolution in service delivery. But simply deploying AI in your contact center isn't a magic bullet. There are hidden dangers that can derail your AI dreams. Recent incidents, such as the missteps of an AI chatbot deployed by Air Canada, have underscored the complexities and risks involved in leveraging AI in customer-facing roles.

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ShepHyken

MAY 5, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Here are my top five picks from last week. I have added my comments about each article and would like to hear what you think too. 8 customer service trends to know in 2024 by Martha Kendall (SproutSocial) Customer service trends in 2024 are all about meeting your customers where they are, personalizing your interactions and reaching a resolution as efficiently as possible.

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VirtualPBX

MAY 8, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, traditional POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) lines are fast becoming obsolete. This transition holds significant implications for various sectors, including homeowner associations (HOAs), apartments, and condominium communities. To understand the impact of this shift and explore AirDial for HOAs, I had the privilege of speaking with Justin Goodpaster, a POTS Line Replacement Expert.

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Totango

MAY 7, 2024

Both CS and Sales leaders agree: Retention is the #1 priority. But there’s a problem. Achieving higher retention requires close alignment between CS and Sales teams, yet 87% of CS and Sales leaders told us there’s significant room for improvement in their collaboration. If you’d like to see more data around the top priorities and challenges for CS and Sales leaders this year, check out our report.

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AWS Machine Learning

MAY 9, 2024

The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) have made these technologies a transformative force across industries. According to a McKinsey study , across the financial services industry (FSI), generative AI is projected to deliver over $400 billion (5%) of industry revenue in productivity benefits. As maintained by Gartner , more than 80% of enterprises will have AI deployed by 2026.

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Speaker: Laura Noonan, Chief Revenue Officer at CallFinder + Angie Kronlage, Director of Program Success at Working Solutions + April Wiita, Vice President of Program Success at Working Solutions

Are you still manually reviewing calls? 🤔 It's time for a change! The traditional method of manual call monitoring is no longer cutting it in today's fast-paced call center environment. Industry experts Angie Kronlage and April Wiita from Working Solutions are here to explore the power of innovative automation to revolutionize outdated call review processes!

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SoliCall

MAY 5, 2024

Reliable call center technology is crucial for the smooth operation of call centers and for providing satisfactory customer service. Here are some reasons highlighting its importance: 1. Customer Satisfaction : Reliable call center technology ensures that customers can reach the call center and receive assistance promptly. Long wait times, dropped calls, or system failures can frustrate customers and lead to a negative perception of the company’s service. 2.

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Cisco - Contact Center

MAY 7, 2024

Learn about the enhancements made to the HIMSS Infrastructure Adoption Model (INFRAM), which now incorporates IT strategy and measures the impact of infrastructure investments on clinical outcomes and operations.

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AnswerConnect

MAY 7, 2024

Modern consumers expect an instant response, whenever they reach out. Could a 24-hour answering service help plug the gap in your customer service? The post Do you need a 24-hour answering service to grow your business? appeared first on AnswerConnect Blog.

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AWS Machine Learning

MAY 7, 2024

The prevalence of virtual business meetings in the corporate world, largely accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, is here to stay. Based on a survey conducted by American Express in 2023, 41% of business meetings are expected to take place in hybrid or virtual format by 2024. Attending multiple meetings daily and keeping track of all ongoing topics gets increasingly more difficult to manage over time.

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Bill Quiseng

MAY 8, 2024

The customer is not always right. But the customer is ALWAYS YOUR customer. Listen intently, respond empathetically, apologize, and do whatever it takes to resolve the problem, even if it means having to go with your customer to your competitor. Contrary to popular customer service mantras, when all alternatives don’t work, DON’T fire the customer.

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Cisco - Contact Center

MAY 7, 2024

In 2007, there was a study from the University of Maryland proving that internet-connected systems were attacked every 39 seconds on average. Today, that number has grown more than 60%.

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Tethr

MAY 8, 2024

Learn about the differences between keyword spotting and contextual search in conversation intelligence platforms for contact centers.

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AWS Machine Learning

MAY 7, 2024

This post is co-written with Tim Camara, Senior Product Manager at Veritone. Veritone is an artificial intelligence (AI) company based in Irvine, California. Founded in 2014, Veritone empowers people with AI-powered software and solutions for various applications, including media processing, analytics, advertising, and more. It offers solutions for media transcription, facial recognition, content summarization, object detection, and other AI capabilities to solve the unique challenges profession

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Customers expect to be able to interact with your organization whenever and however they want. They also expect your agents to have insights into their journeys so that they don’t have to repeat themselves as they move through various channels. And, if they’re not able to, they just might find one of your competitors who will offer the flexibility they are looking for.

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Ambs Call Center

MAY 9, 2024

You're juggling patient care and coordination with colleagues while managing a mountain of sensitive information. Sound familiar ? When every second and detail matters, the last thing you need is to worry about the security of your communication. Data breaches, PHI leaks, and the dreaded HIPAA violation. The solution: HIPAA compliant texting. With nearly a century of experience in handling medical calls, we’ve helped a few medical practices ditch the pager and embrace HIPAA compliant texting.

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Cisco - Contact Center

MAY 8, 2024

Learn how Cisco is bringing on-prem and cloud security together into a unified platform to marry the power of Cisco Secure Firewall and Multicloud Defense.

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delighted

MAY 6, 2024

You can write the perfect survey questions, but the real key to capturing feedback is targeting the right customers at the right time. For years, the Delighted SDK has allowed you to do just that by displaying surveys within your iOS apps, but today, we’re taking it up a notch. Introducing: the Delighted Android SDK. Understand your mobile app users at all stages of the customer journey, whether it’s the first time they log in, after they make an in-app purchase, or every three months, just to c

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