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Evolution of the support rep: from outsourced to in-office

Kayako

Customer interactions were at the top of this list, and many entrepreneurs and small companies were considering why they should hire a support rep in house when they could outsource one for $4 or less an hour? Today Upwork.com shows 53,000+ for virtual customer service work alone.

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How AI is Transforming the Customer Experience

Ecrion

While they can make processing quicker and job sites safer, these technologies also play another important role: ai in customer experience is transforming the way companies interact with their customers. In 2012, Forrester reported that only 67% of people 1 used online FAQ guides. Let’s go!

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ROI of Social Customer Service: How to Calculate It and Create a Strong Business Case

Natalie Petouhof

Tweet The phrase “customer service is the new marketing” has gained popularity with brands realizing that poor customer service takes current, and even potential customers, out of the marketing funnel. Customer care extends far beyond the traditional call center. Think about it.

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16 Statistics Shaping the Future of Customer Service

Tricia Morris

Here is a collection of 16 statistics shaping customer service for today and tomorrow: 1. 76% of consumers say they view customer service as the true test of how much a company values them. 60% of consumers have higher expectations for customer service now than they did just one year ago.

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100+ Customer Service Statistics & Facts of 2019

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We’ve compiled a list of 100+ customer service statistics and trends to help you provide delightful support experience. Latest Customer Experience Trends. What Customers Think of CX. Customers Communication Statistics. Poor Customer Service Experiences. Great Customer Service Statistics.