NICE inContact

MARCH 29, 2019

At the simplest level, an IVR (Interactive Voice Response) is an automated interface that allows you to interact with callers to gather data, and potentially resolve an issue without having to direct that caller to an agent. This shortens call handle times and frees up agent resources to handle more complex interactions.

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Lumoa

JULY 17, 2023

Key Drivers of Successful Customer Experience Digitization Today, businesses must continually evolve to address the needs of their customers. Embracing new technology solutions and digitizing customer experience has become a crucial part of this evolution. It is no longer a competitive advantage but a necessity.

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Comm100

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

87% of senior business leaders see customer experience as their top growth engine, and yet only one in three feel prepared to address this. Although this level of uncertainty is worrisome, the first step towards improving customer experience (CX) is far simpler than many realize. Personalized conversations.

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NICE inContact

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Interactive voice response (IVR) has been a staple of customer service for many years. In case you wondered: Interactive voice response (IVR) and voice portal are similar, but not the same. The fact that IVRs have been around for a long time and are widely used does not mean, though, that your customers actually like them.

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Lumoa

APRIL 28, 2024

Every interaction with your business has the power to build or damage the relationship with your customer – and can directly impact your revenue. 78% of customers have backed out of a purchase due to a poor customer experience (CX). If you’re reading this blog post, you are probably one of them.

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Optimove

JUNE 1, 2023

We begin this three-part series with the basics – the intricacies of the modern customer journey – and shed light on its various stages and steps. The (modern) Customer Journey In today’s dynamic e-commerce landscape, understanding the customer journey has become more critical than ever.

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Customer Bliss

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

In my new Daily Dose video series, I explore the topics that chief customer officers must grapple with on a daily basis. And yet, some companies are still asking their customer to re-tell their story to each person or with every interaction. Follow me on LinkedIn or Facebook , or subscribe to the blog.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

This week we feature an article by Rahul Varshneya whos writes about how technology innovations are continuously improving the customer experience. This Maya Angelou quote fits perfectly when talking about the factors responsible for positive brand customer service. How to leverage technology for a better customer experience.

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GetFeedback

APRIL 17, 2019

To relieve customers’ hard feelings about problems with some products or services, companies usually choose to improve the customer service skills of their agents. Not entirely, since to get to the point of using your agents’ skills, customers first need to contact your support. However, adding new channels is not enough.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 5, 2018

This week we feature an article by Ford Blakely about text messaging which can provide that instant, convenient and low-friction customer experience that delivers delight. Let’s face it, customer service is the lifeline of any company. According to Forbes , Businesses are losing $62 billion per year through poor customer service.

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NICE inContact

AUGUST 27, 2019

Customer experience is the name of the game today, with more brands competing based on customer experience (CX) as a key differentiator than price or product innovation. As we’ve said before, customer experience comes down to how your customers feel about your brand. 1) Be personal. 2) Be responsive.

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Inbenta

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

More than ever before, customers expect a near-immediate response to their questions and queries. So much so that many customers will now expect to encounter a chatbot, with a staggering 80% of people have interacted with one at some point. Which chatbot features will give your customers the best experience?

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SurveySparrow

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

What is it that’s making you look for a Customer Thermometer Alternative? The team and I spent a whole day finding the best alternatives to this customer feedback platform. What is Customer Thermometer ? Customization is limitless with instant survey design options and an icon playground.

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Bold360

DECEMBER 7, 2020

COVID-19 has accelerated multiple trends, such as remote work, remote learning, digital streaming, and all kinds of multi-channel digital engagement. With customers moving so rapidly to virtual and digital spaces, organizations have been forced to pivot their customer engagement and scale their support capacities. .

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TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

Customers expect better and faster pre and post purchase services. Whether they need help setting up a new device or to repair a damaged product, the way in which these interactions are handled are at the heart of customer satisfaction. Eric Esguerra, Vice President, Customer Service & Operations at Miele Canada Ltd.

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SmartMessage Blog

JANUARY 21, 2024

These platforms integrate various functionalities for a wide array of functionalities, including email marketing, social media management, customer relationship management (CRM), analytics, and much more. What is a Marketing Channel? Mobile messaging channels are highly effective in both marketing channels and platform strategies.

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BirdEye

JANUARY 5, 2023

With the rise of social media and customer reviews, an online reputation manager has become an essential role for organizations looking to maintain a positive online presence. Investing in this position can help you attract new customers and protect your brand’s online reputation. What does an online reputation manager do?

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AWS Machine Learning

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Multi-modal data is a valuable component of the financial industry, encompassing market, economic, customer, news and social media, and risk data. One of the ways to handle multi-modal data that is gaining popularity is the use of multi-modal agents.

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NICE inContact

AUGUST 2, 2019

It’s an important concept for any company considering digital customer service integration. You don’t simply want to plan for your current customer service needs. Digital customer service is evolving quickly, and this change hopefully comes in tandem with important developments in your business — namely growth. 1) Live Chat.

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Uniphore

AUGUST 6, 2021

Why Your Agent Experience Matters to Your Customer Experience—And Your Bottom Line. In fact, Gartner estimates that of the 70 percent of customers who attempt self-service during their resolution journey, only 9 percent of calls are resolved through that channel alone. Download eBook. The New Normal. Drowning in Complexity.

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SurveySparrow

JULY 27, 2023

Every click, swipe, and scroll is an opportunity to leave an indelible mark on your customers’ lives. With the pace at which the digital landscape is moving, the basics of customer service are not enough anymore. Customer experience (CX) has always been vital, but the digital revolution has elevated its importance.

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SurveySparrow

JUNE 19, 2023

Where brick-and-mortar stores have morphed into digital storefronts, customer service lines have transitioned to live chats, and print ads, have made way for personalized email campaigns. Understanding the Digital Customer Experience What is Digital Customer Experience? Overall, this enhances the customer experience online.

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ReviewTrackers

AUGUST 24, 2020

There is a vital shift happening in the business world: a growing class of savvy, empowered consumers are demanding more options, fairer prices, and better interactions across the entire customer journey. As a result, businesses across a wide range of industries are being compelled to adopt a more customer-centric approach.

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BirdEye

MARCH 5, 2024

To help you maximize the full potential of social media, this blog explores how to make social media monitor your digital eyes and ears and impress your audience. Key benefits of social media monitoring for multi-location businesses How to develop an effective social media monitoring strategy?

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SurveySparrow

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Customer retention is one of the crucial aspects of business. Since it’s plain as sky that it’s harder to acquire a new customer than to retain one, most companies go retention. Let’s start by understanding the key features a customer retention software must have. And for this, customer support and feedback tools are essential.

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SmartMessage Blog

JANUARY 28, 2024

Channel Marketing is an essential strategy for modern businesses, involving the use of various distribution channels to market products and services to consumers. Direct channels, such as face-to-face sales or direct mail, offer a personal touch and direct interaction with customers.

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Win the Customer

DECEMBER 25, 2019

The significant benefits of effectively engaging with customers on social channels make the investment worthwhile. “Social care” isn’t anything new, but providing effective multi-channel customer service that includes social care can be pose significant challenges for organizations big and small.

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BirdEye

MAY 31, 2024

This blog post serves as the ultimate guide for healthcare brands, highlighting the features and benefits of an ideal webchat solution. 4 use cases for a webchat solution in your healthcare business On the face of it, a webchat solution is a simplistic patient communication management and customer service tool for a healthcare business.

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Kustomer

JULY 18, 2022

The benefits of upgraded customer relationship management (CRM) software are immeasurable. The time, money and effort saved for both agents and customers is notable. The demand for automation and self-service options in customer service is significant. Features of a Modern CRM and Chatbots. All chatbots are not created equally.

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SaleMove

JUNE 11, 2021

In an age where customers are accustomed to interacting through chat, voice, and video in their personal lives, shouldn’t they be able to do the same with the businesses they choose to purchase from? This fragmented approach typically results in suboptimal customer experience and satisfaction.

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BirdEye

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

A business is much more for and by the customer than the customer is for a business. But the most valuable source is first-party customer feedback, directly from customers. However, most businesses today struggle with the sheer volume of customer feedback that they get across channels and locations.

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SurveySensum

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Have you ever wondered how you can enhance user onboarding and improve your product not just to meet customers’ expectations but to exceed them? In-app surveys are short surveys that are launched inside the app and help you gather customer feedback at relevant touchpoints. And that’s what we’re going to explore in this blog.

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NICE inContact

MAY 24, 2016

V oice of the Customer is a hot topic at companies looking to become more customer-centric or improve their customer experience. For many, this term has become synonymous with customer feedback surveys, but that’s not exactly true. Voice of the Customer is a multi-faceted process to learn more about your customers.

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BirdEye

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Customer experience can be vital in helping businesses grow and scale faster. Investing in processes and tools that contribute to customer delight significantly impacts the bottom line. Good customer experience or delight has significantly evolved to finding value across every touchpoint.

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Optimove

AUGUST 31, 2023

” In our work with hundreds of major B2C brands, we have observed that relevance plays a pivotal role in enhancing customer engagement across diverse industries such as finance, retail, and gaming. Without a comprehensive understanding of each consumer’s desires, marketers struggle to craft truly personalized interactions that resonate.

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Quadient

DECEMBER 16, 2021

A new era in government-sector customer experience. As a customer experience (CX) practitioner, I was surprised to find that an Executive Order (E.O.) This ushers in a new era of government customer experience. and what changes it signifies for you over a few blog posts and short videos. Andrea Haughton. Reducing effort.

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SuiteCX

JANUARY 13, 2020

Let’s talk about the customer layer (front stage) first. The majority of customers have similar objectives in dealing with their providers. Number of Channels/Media – same here – even with the major touch-types – digital/call center/Store/Field person/mobile there can be lots of variation. In general, they want simple.

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