CSM Magazine

MARCH 27, 2025

Improve Self-Service Options Empower customers to resolve issues independently with robust self-service solutions, such as knowledge bases, AI-powered chatbots, and interactive voice response (IVR) systems. This frees up your team to focus on more complex customer issues.

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ROI CX Solutions

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Implement self-service options: Create FAQs to answer common questions, deploy chatbots for 24/7 customer support, or use IVR to direct incoming calls. Implementing effective self-service options for customers During busy holiday periods, customers may only sometimes be able to speak to a live agent right away.

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Fonolo

JUNE 22, 2023

Visual IVR – now known as Fonolo’s Web Call-Backs – was one of the first self-service technologies to have a hugely positive impact on the customer experience. What is Visual IVR? The original interactive voice response system (IVR) might be better known to customers as a phone menu.

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ConvergeOne

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

My next piece of advice centers around what the end goal of your modernization efforts should be: allowing your customers more access to self-service—and I mean good self-service. Good self-service provides the answers to all the questions the person is looking for. Does anyone read these? The added bonus?

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Global Response

JANUARY 8, 2025

Evolving paradigms of customer experience: Omnichannel communication and the inclusion of self-service tools are no longer bonuses, but are quickly becoming necessities for positive customer experiences. See how omnichannel and self-service tools are becoming necessities. Ready to perfect your CX?

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Fonolo

MARCH 7, 2023

That’s where self-service comes in. Customer self-service, or CSS, refers to any type of electronic or automated support that allows customers to find answers or resolve problems without having to connect with a customer service agent. Movements from the human realm to the self-serve realm is harder.

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SmartAction

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, customer self-service has become a pivotal aspect of delivering exceptional customer experiences. As we look towards 2024, the world of customer self-service is at a crossroads, with new challenges and opportunities on the horizon. Key Trends in Customer Self-Service 1.

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TechSee

APRIL 17, 2022

Jones calls to follow up, Alice already has the account information on the screen, including policy number, claim history, and the pictures of the damage Alice uploaded via a self-service wizard on the insurer’s website. Typically, when thinking about call center transfers and routing, one thinks of ACD and IVR.

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ROI CX Solutions

JANUARY 9, 2025

Interactive voice response (IVR) systems Youre probably all too familiar with the long menu of options you hear when calling businesses. That’s an IVR system. However, modern IVR systems have evolved far beyond the frustrating phone trees of the past. Get a Quote 7.

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Fonolo

MAY 4, 2021

The equation is proven: effective call center agents equal lower call center costs and improved customer service quality. Improve your self-service options. Invest in self-service features like chat, SMS, MMS, email, and website chatbots. It doesn’t hurt that AI becomes more affordable year after year.

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CCNG

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The drive toward self-service is a reality and with good reason, as customers want self-service. DO MORE WITH LESS There is a difference between a knowledge base and knowledge management systems. Companies should see the right knowledge management system pay for itself in a matter of months.

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Hodusoft

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

As you call the customer care number of a business, you are greeted by an Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system. It gives you multiple options, which takes about a minute, and you choose to speak with a customer service representative. This helps businesses save money while maintaining a high level of service.

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TechSee

APRIL 30, 2019

Their IVR-directed call is answered by a customer service representative in under three minutes. Research has shown that 96% of customers who experience a high-effort interaction become more disloyal compared to just 9% who have a low-effort experience. Out of frustration, Kevin and Beth contact Company B.

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Enghouse Interactive

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

In our first blog, we explored how customer expectations are rapidly changing and what organizations should consider as part of their Self-Service strategy. This blog will continue that exploration with some insight into some of the benefits we’ve seen in organizations that have implemented Self-Service.

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Outsource Consultants

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Businesses can get distracted with forward momentum and short-term wins — but to sustain long-term CX success, do not forget to update your training and knowledge base modules frequently. Don’t Ignore Automation & Self Service. Don’t dismiss automation & self-service for your team. How is it done?

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Outsource Consultants

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

That’s because nearly 40% of current incoming call volume can be handled entirely with automated, self-service channels , according to a business leader survey from Gartner. Emphasizing self-service via call deflection allows you to automate customer engagements across sales, support, product info, etc. — Let me help?”.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 31, 2018

The most obvious way to provide proactive support is to help people searching for an answer in a knowledge base or not completing the order quickly – they’ll likely receive an email or a chat message to help them complete the purchase, using similar methods that have worked for customers in the past. Self-service.

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TeamSupport

APRIL 12, 2021

Self-service is still good customer service. Offering an option for customers to help themselves can give your customer support reps more time to focus on improving the big-picture aspects of your service strategy. Popular self-service channels include FAQs, a searchable knowledge base, and online discussion forums.

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aircall

JANUARY 11, 2017

Due to becoming more mobile and more tech-savvy, customers have increasingly high standards when it comes to customer service. The emergence of customer self-service is a reflection of an evolution of customer expectations. Offering customer self-service could be the answer. What is customer self-service?

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NobelBiz

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

A Contact Center’s Toolkit of Automation Tools From Interactive Voice Response (IVR) to Chatbots, these innovations drive efficiency, enhance customer interactions, and boost agent performance. Let’s quickly dive into the automation toolkit that’s transforming the customer service landscape.

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Fonolo

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Customer self-service Self-service is one of the hottest topics in the contact center right now, and for good reason. Self-service can be as simple as offering an FAQ or knowledge base, or as advanced as an AI chat bot on your website or mobile app.

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Call Center Interactive Voice Response First call resolution Self service 140

Outsource Consultants

AUGUST 3, 2020

Now is also a good time to review your current customer experience, to identify self-service automation that can reduce the agent burden and lower your total call center costs. In response, consider features that speed up redundant processes (like data collection) through connected systems or IVR technology. .

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Calabrio

MARCH 31, 2025

This frees agents to concentrate on complex, high-value interactions, accelerating resolution times and driving down operational costs. Smarter customer experiences, more personalized self-service: Intuitive self-service options can at last become a consistent reality, allowing customers to find solutions quickly and independently.

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Calltools

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Utilizing self-service options can help save your agents’ time and provide a better experience for your customers. 5 Types of Self-Service Options Self-service options allow customers to find answers to their questions or concerns without having to speak with a live agent.

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TechSee

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

They can leverage software to offer customers conveniences like Interactive Voice Response (IVR), mobile functionality, and a range of self-service tools. Computer-Vision Powered Self Service. Advanced call center technologies go way beyond handling incoming or outgoing calls.

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Fonolo

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Visual IVR. While you may be familiar with traditional IVR, you may not have met its modern counterpart. Visual IVR can be easily installed on your website or mobile app to help direct online users to the correct support channels. Provide Self-Service Options. How to Buy Contact Center Software.

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SmartAction

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

We’re not talking about the time-consuming interactive voice response (IVR) of the past that provided a less-than-optimal customer experience. The AI-powered voice assistants of today offer a seamless experience, reaching a virtual assistant, in seconds, that can answer customer intentions with just a few words.

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ProProfs Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2020

77% of customers end up using a self-service support portal to get a solution to their problem faster.”. However, 12% of them fail to find the solution they need through these service portals. The same can be done on call support through interactive voice response (IVR). A study suggests that. “77%

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NobelBiz

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Build a Data-Driven IVR and Call Routing Setup Analytics also play an integral role in bringing more effective IVR systems and smart call routing protocols. More often than not, IVR stands at the very first point of contact between a customer and a business. This is because people spend less time holding in queues.

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NobelBiz

APRIL 3, 2023

As we will see, the main goal of a self-service system is to reduce the time the agents spend on simple, repetitive tasks or transactions such as paying a bill or getting account balance information. A functioning self-service system generally empowers clients with the tools and resources necessary for their inquiries.

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Fonolo

APRIL 22, 2021

Take the customer journey through your website, IVR, and any other channels frequented by your customers. This could mean anything from upgrading your server for faster loading times on your website to streamlining confusing and outdated IVR menus. Offer self-service channels. Identify gaps in the customer journey.

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DMG Consulting

AUGUST 10, 2018

Voice biometrics is another high-tech solution that is going mainstream; a leading bank’s recent ad campaign publicizes that they know customers “by the sound of their voice.” IVAs are self-learning; their ’intelligence; is continually evolving based on data inputs from each new interaction. Enhanced self-service.

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DMG Consulting

MARCH 31, 2022

Give Customers What They Want: Great Self-Service. Delivering an outstanding customer experience (CX) is a top goal for companies, as it is an essential and measurable differentiator between otherwise commoditized products and services. Donna Fluss. View this article on the publisher’s website. & Solving the Problem.

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Hodusoft

JULY 19, 2023

Here are some of the key benefits: Enhanced Customer Service : Inbound call center software boosts customer service by offering features that help agents manage incoming calls effectively. Additionally, the cloud-based solution eliminates large upfront hardware investments and ongoing maintenance costs.

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Balto

MARCH 3, 2025

The most effective automation tools include: Interactive Voice Response (IVR) systems AI-powered chatbots Automated email responses Virtual agents for basic troubleshooting Call center automation refers to the strategic use of technology to handle repetitive and time-consuming tasks within a call center.

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Calabrio

MARCH 25, 2025

Create and Develop a Knowledge Base Equip your agents with a comprehensive and easily accessible knowledge base. Regularly update the knowledge base with the latest product information, troubleshooting guides, and FAQs. This empowers them to quickly find accurate information, reducing AHT and improving FCR.

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Xaqt

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

How to Reduce Your Customer Support Costs by 85% and Take Your Customer Experience to the Next Level with a Conversational IVR That Integrates With Any CRM or Ticketing System. This type of AI-IVR capability enables your contact center to voice automate customer interactions that previously required a live agent.

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