CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Have you ever wondered if the future of customer service can be social media? In this article, we will discuss how social media is rapidly changing the customer service industry. Social media is now an evolving contact channel integrated into the domain of customer service.

Social Media 52

Social Media Trends Customer Service Chatbots 52

ShepHyken

APRIL 26, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 9 New Findings from the 2021 State of the Contact Center Report by Tricia Morris. My comment: You know I love stats and facts about anything related to customer service and CX. Here are my top five picks from last week.

Customer Service 136

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Social Media Contact Center 136

InMoment XI

DECEMBER 13, 2021

In the latest 2021 Insights Association Top 50 Market Research and Data Analytics report, InMoment ranks in the top 20 established industry reports and market research or market experience (MX) brands, alongside other powerhouse brands such as JD Power, Gartner Research, and Forrester Research Services.

Analytics 493

Analytics Data Marketing Customer Journeys 493

Kustomer

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Customer experience (CX) is a determining factor in whether customers are loyal to a brand or not. Over 80% of companies who prioritize customer experience report an increase in revenue. Brands must stay on top of CX trends. Below are five emerging trends that we predict will shape CX in 2021. The result?

Omni-Channel 140

Omni-Channel Customer Experience Chatbots e-support 140

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Nowhere is this more true than with customer relationships. Without listening to the voice of your customer, you’ll be like a ship without a rudder or a compass…lost and drifting without direction. Customers don’t always take the time to express their feelings. In This Article: What is the Voice of the Customer (VoC)?

Analysis 423

Analysis Data How To Customer Centricity 423

ShepHyken

AUGUST 9, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Eight Ways Companies Can Turn A Negative Customer Experience Into A Positive One by Young Entrepreneur Council. How do you handle a bad customer service experience ? Decoding Customer Experience by Anjali Malhotra.

Customer Service 147

Customer Service Social Media Report Culture 147

ShepHyken

JANUARY 11, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to Measure Your Customer Experience Maturity by Sharon Florentine. My Comment: This is an introduction to the concept of customer experience (CX) maturity. Here are my top five picks from last week. What can be done?

Social Media 95

Social Media Customer Service Guidelines Loyalty 95

ShepHyken

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Please Hold: How AI Is Changing Customer Service in Call Centers by Defined.ai. VentureBeat) Excellent customer service is vital to the long-term success of any business. brands of 2021 based on shopper sentiment.

Customer Service 79

Customer Service Social Media Call Center Retail 79

Forrester's Customer Insights

JANUARY 29, 2021

Social media is ubiquitous, from social networks to forums to brand-created communities to messaging apps. Brand marketers shouldn’t be asking if their consumers are on social media, but rather, “Do they want to hear from my brand?”

Social Media 71

Social Media Consumers Report Brands 71

Oracle

JANUARY 21, 2021

2020 was a year that left brands and businesses scrambling to adapt to rapid changes while still providing excellent customer experience. Here are 21 CX predictions for 2021, informed by some of the top experts of customer experience. Brands will invest in research to learn more about the 2021 buyer.

Social Media 81

Social Media Return on Investment Consumers Contact Center 81

Kustomer

MARCH 23, 2022

In a crowded marketplace, where consumers are often bombarded with marketing claims made by brands, it can be difficult for them to know who to trust. What is a Brand Ambassador? A brand ambassador is someone who promotes your product or service in their interactions with other people via relevant communication channels.

Brands 98

Brands Social Media Loyalty Omni-Channel 98

ShepHyken

AUGUST 16, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 16 Great Customer Service Tips and Examples by Tom Coombe. Small Business Trends) Customer service in the U.S. Small Business Trends) Customer service in the U.S. My Comment: Great customer service isn’t rocket science.

Customer Service 93

Customer Service Social Media Tips Multi-Channel 93

Russel Lolacher

MARCH 2, 2021

In BC, I’m the public service director responsible for the government social media customer care for our ministry, but my dad still doesn’t understand what I do. I’m the Director of Web and Social Media Services for the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure in the BC Public Service. Thanks, Dad.

Social Media 52

Social Media Government Customer Care Transportation 52

Inbenta

JANUARY 25, 2021

Any friction in a customer’s journey can make or break customers’ loyalty and have an impact on potential revenue. Luckily, technology keeps on adapting to help deliver tools that can make customer experience (CX) a truly seamless experience for companies and consumers. Customer service goes remote.

Trends 97

Trends Self Service Customer Experience Omni-Channel 97

ShepHyken

JULY 12, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Top Customer Service Trends: Digital Channels Overtake Service Options by Phillip Britt. Customer Service Competency Class Now a Requirement for Fordham Admission by Isabella Scipioni. Pun intended!)

Customer Service 128

Customer Service Self Service Retail Entertainment 128

Forrester's Customer Insights

JANUARY 19, 2022

In 2021, US-based social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and even Twitter piled on user shopping features, paving the way for 61% of US online adults under 25 years old saying that they’ve completed a purchase on a social network without leaving the website or app.

Social Media 49

Social Media Brands Customers 49

NetBase

JULY 25, 2019

Wondering if your marketing efforts are up to snuff when compared to other brands in your industry? Our 2019 Global Social Media Market Survey Report presents findings from a global survey of more than 1,700 senior marketers around the world. Social Media Marketing Metrics. monitor brand heath.

Social Media 65

Social Media Report Survey Marketing 65

ShepHyken

MAY 31, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 5 Ways to Drive Brand Loyalty and Customer Lifetime Value by Ian Simons. (Ad Take a close look at number four, which is about optimizing for lifetime value, not just the cost of acquisition for a new customer.

Customer Service 132

Customer Service Effort Score e-support Chatbots 132

Comm100

JANUARY 29, 2021

Now it’s time to take the next step – choose the best chatbot platform for your website and significantly improve your customers’ and agents’ experiences. Best Chatbots in 2021: Chatbot providers that stand out from the crowd. Best Chatbots in 2021: Chatbot providers that stand out from the crowd.

Chatbots 131

Chatbots Technology Social Media ROI 131

Forrester's Customer Insights

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Yesterday we published the annual refresh of our Forrester social consumer segmentation. In 2021, consumers that use social media at least weekly (the heaviest users that we survey) overwhelmingly prefer to interact with friends/family over brands/companies and influencers on social media.

Social Media 26

Social Media Interaction Brands Consumers 26

Uniphore

JUNE 22, 2021

You listen to your customers on social media. Do you listen to your customer service employees? You’ll see what we mean when you check out the videos and comics in Jacada’s Call Center Life: 2021 Edition. Jacada's Call Center Life: 2021 Edition. Check it out!

Call Center 219

Call Center Self Service Social Media Contact Center 219

Integrity Solutions

JANUARY 18, 2021

But before you barrel ahead into 2021 and look for signs of returning to the “good old days,” sales leaders and their teams have a lot to learn from 2020. In fact, your success in 2021 depends on it. Research from HubSpot shows that 68% of sales leaders plan to implement a hybrid or fully remote sales model in 2021.

Sales 126

Sales Social Media Course B2B 126

delighted

JUNE 3, 2021

A year after the pandemic began, in April 2021, we’re seeing a resurgence in consumer spending with the US vaccine rollout and as businesses reopen. Omnichannel retail not only implies a brand’s presence in multiple channels (e.g. So what does this mean for retail? Which of the pandemic trends will stick?

Omni-Channel 100

Omni-Channel Retail Consumers Trends 100

Oracle

DECEMBER 28, 2020

As companies continue to adapt to the changing commerce landscape consumers can expect important omnichannel advances in 2021. Following last year’s three omnichannel trends to watch out for in 2020 , this article looks at the top trends that you’ll likely see moving development forward in 2021.

Omni-Channel 75

Omni-Channel Trends Multi-Channel Video 75

SurveySparrow

DECEMBER 6, 2021

In this article, we are going to look at 20 of the best HR conferences in 2021, both virtual and in-person conferences. There will also be a discussion on recruiting, sourcing, employee branding strategies, and more to get the best learning experience. Decoding Future HR 2021. WorkVision 2021. Talent Acquisition Week.

Conference 98

Conference Employee Engagement Leadership Trends 98

Comm100

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The customer service landscape is forever changing as technologies and consumer expectations develop, but 2021 has seen a shift of proportions that we have arguably never experienced. Query volumes spiked as customers (and companies) faced unprecedented problems, placing huge stress on customer service agents.

Trends 214

Trends Customer Service Chatbots Omni-Channel 214

Kustomer

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Customer experience (CX) is a determining factor in whether customers are loyal to a brand or not. Over 80% of companies who prioritize customer experience report an increase in revenue. Brands must stay on top of CX trends. Below are five emerging trends that we predict will shape CX in 2021. The result?

Omni-Channel 52

Omni-Channel Customer Experience Chatbots e-support 52

Comm100

JANUARY 10, 2021

It’s easy because there are many free live chat solutions to choose from – a testament to the fact that live chat is the most popular emerging customer service channel. The ability to offer live chat support to your customers – for free – is fantastic. As with any customer communication channel, security is critical.

Knowledge Base 130

Knowledge Base Software Survey Tools 130

CX University

MARCH 4, 2024

Customer experience (CX) has taken center stage, reshaping the way businesses engage with their audience. The rise of omnichannel experiences has revolutionized the traditional customer journey, offering a seamless and integrated approach across various touchpoints.

Omni-Channel 52

Omni-Channel Interaction Customer Experience Touchpoint 52

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Lego Customers Lose Millions of Pieces a Year. Magazine) Lego Group knows something about talking to its customers, and not just because it has a few creative employees. It’s a great lesson from an iconic brand.

Customer Service 73

Customer Service Metrics Social Media Retail 73

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Dan Gingiss) Find a “candle” in your customer experience and see if you can upgrade it to the way-cooler “sparkler.” (Dan Gingiss) Find a “candle” in your customer experience and see if you can upgrade it to the way-cooler “sparkler.”

Customer Service 86

Customer Service Airlines Feedback Social Media 86

SurveySparrow

JUNE 20, 2021

Looking for ways to improve customer satisfaction? Customer satisfaction directly impacts the growth of your business. Lower customer satisfaction levels lead to lower retention rates, which in turn affect the revenue you generate. Companies have a hard time satisfying their increasingly demanding customers.

Customer Satisfaction 52

Customer Satisfaction Social Media Loyalty Programs Wait Times 52

Totango

MARCH 26, 2021

Today’s Customer Lifecycle Is Technology-driven. As the concept of the customer lifecycle has developed, understandings have changed under the influence of technology. Some information is out-of-date, while some presentations give a partial perspective on the customer lifecycle. What is a Customer Lifecycle?

Customer Journeys 66

Customer Journeys Net Promoter Score Social Media Sales 66

Comm100

MARCH 23, 2022

Today’s financial customers demand speed and convenience through digital services, and credit unions are taking notice. Adopt social media as a wider omnichannel strategy. As credit unions seek new ideas to increase credit union membership, more and more are successfully turning to social media to increase engagement.

Chatbots 231

Chatbots Social Media Banking Omni-Channel 231

GlowTouch

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Share this entry Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn Share by Mail Customer Service Trends for 2021. Did you know… that one of the fastest-growing career fields is Customer Success Manager? Service today is a crucial point of differentiation.

Trends 52

Trends Customer Service Self Service Contact Center 52

Uniphore

JUNE 15, 2021

You’re listening to your customers on social media—and taking steps to improve their experience—but what about your customer service employees? For contact center and customer experience leaders, the stakes have never been higher. What Your Call Center Agents Rant About on Social Media.

Call Center 162

Call Center Social Media Contact Center System 162