ShepHyken

JANUARY 4, 2023

Just as we want our customers to come back, we want our employees to stay.  . Customers’ Expectations of the “Basics” Continue to Rise – The basics are about friendly, helpful, convenient service. Our customer service research (sponsored by Amazon) found that year over year, customers’ expectations of these basics increased.

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SurveySparrow

JULY 23, 2023

Once upon a time, businesses believed that the best way to win customers was through the quality of their products or the competitiveness of their prices. But as we journey through 2023, a different tale is being written. In this story, the hero is the customer, and the quest is for an exceptional customer experience (CX).

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InMoment XI

AUGUST 2, 2023

In our latest report, State of Customer Experience: 2023 UK Consumer Study in partnership with NPSx by Bain & Company, we uncovered the differences between industries and brands and how each brand represents certain values. We look forward to discussing how we can support your growth and success.

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BirdEye

JUNE 22, 2023

But before we dive into the differences, understanding what unites customers worldwide will set off in the right direction. Effective customer service is based on knowing what your customers expect, want, and need. To retain these customers, focus on developing positive interactions and building a relationship.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

How Removing the Mental Load for Customers Can Improve the Customer Service Experience by Brad Birnbaum (Fast Company) By alleviating the mental burden for your customers, you can not only enhance their satisfaction but also strengthen your brand’s reputation and customer loyalty. There are some shards of light.

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BirdEye

AUGUST 22, 2023

Surveys are essential to understanding customer requirements, sentiment, and pain points and discovering new opportunities. This blog post explores product surveys and equips you with the top product survey questions to use in 2023. Better your Business with Customer Feedback Want to see the impact of Birdeye on your business?

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Oracle

APRIL 6, 2021

From the way consumers buy groceries to how they’re rewarded for their loyalty, the impact of shopping for essentials in a pandemic has permanently changed the grocery market. To win and retain customers in the future, grocery retailers must respond to increasing customer expectations around convenience, flexibility, and value.

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Horizon CX

JUNE 27, 2023

In this article, I explore the contrasting perspectives of customer experience from a marketing branding and service delivery standpoint, highlighting the need to merge them under one cohesive umbrella. Data-Driven Insights: Leverage customer data and feedback to gain insights into their preferences, pain points, and expectations.

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Horizon CX

JUNE 5, 2023

Senior leaders may rely on outdated or incomplete feedback systems that fail to capture the true sentiment of their customers. Without accurate and timely feedback, leaders struggle to align their perceptions with customer expectations.

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Horizon CX

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Strategic Milestone: Amazon’s emphasis on customer satisfaction directly contributes to its strategic milestone of market leadership. By tailoring its services to meet and exceed customer expectations, Amazon has secured customer loyalty, driving market share growth, and enhancing its overall strategic position.

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SurveySensum

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

This shows the high cost of customer acquisition and how, at times, businesses fail to recoup their initial investment. In contrast, Company B chose to focus on retaining its existing customer base by introducing loyalty programs. Now that we know what the customer retention rate is, let’s have a glance at how to calculate it.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2024

Customer service is a crucial aspect of any business, as it can affect customer satisfaction, retention, and loyalty. However, providing high-quality customer service can be challenging, especially in the era of digital transformation, where customers expect fast, personalized, and seamless interactions across multiple channels.

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Lumoa

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Hubspot’s annual State of Service Report found that 90% of surveyed CX professionals felt that customer expectations have increased to an all-time high. Adapting your CX to meet these higher expectations can differentiate your brand and the competition. When you share the love with your customers, they will love you right back!

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Interactions

JUNE 8, 2023

The Interactions’ survey conducted in March 2023, titled “CX and the Consumer: Pitfalls and Possibilities,” involving 1,000 US consumers, demonstrates how exceptional customer service can be utilized as a potent instrument for cultivating long-lasting connections with customers, leading to enhanced loyalty and business expansion.

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Interactions

APRIL 16, 2024

How Can the Bar be Raised to Surpass Customer Expectations? In a world of high demands and countless inquiries, meeting consumer expectations isn’t just a goal; it’s a commitment. Customers no longer dread contacting customer service – every interaction is personal, efficient, and effective.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 7, 2023

Building trust and credibility with customers is essential for the long-term success of any business. Trust forms the foundation of strong customer relationships, which can lead to loyalty, repeat business, and positive word-of-mouth recommendations.

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SurveySensum

MARCH 17, 2023

These statistics demonstrate the growing importance of providing a positive and personalized customer experience in the auto industry. Car manufacturers, dealers, and OEMs are utilizing customer feedback tools to understand customer expectations and improve their services accordingly.

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CX University

MARCH 4, 2024

Customer experience (CX) lies at the heart of every successful business. It encompasses every interaction a customer has with a company, from the initial awareness stage to the post-purchase support. This interconnectedness not only enhances customer satisfaction but also fosters brand loyalty and advocacy. Malfara, D.,

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

A company’s call center is often the primary point of contact between customers and the organization. Therefore, optimizing the call center experience should be a top priority for companies that want to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. My Comment: I’m often asked how to deliver customer service in challenging times.

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

As the industry reaches a ‘tipping point’, the research highlights that nearly half (48%) of customer service managers have seen customer willingness to buy, repeat purchases and retention rates drop as a result of the potential recession. This was closely followed by staff shortages and falling sales.

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Support EXP

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Key Takeaways Disruptive dynamics and challenges of the past 3 years have sparked numerous cumulative effects that threaten the customer experience. Financial consumers’ loyalty is conditional, as they are increasingly intolerant of service that doesn’t meet their heightened expectations. How prepared are you to deal with them?

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Support EXP

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Disruptive dynamics and challenges of the past 3 years have sparked numerous cumulative effects that threaten the customer experience. Financial consumers’ loyalty is conditional, as they are increasingly intolerant of service that doesn’t meet their heightened expectations. Key Takeaways. How prepared are you to deal with them?

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West Monroe

JULY 5, 2023

Customer trust is a necessity no business can do without. Research and data show that trust drives sales and solidifies brand loyalty, making it critical for businesses regardless of external factors—but especially so in today’s tumultuous economic environment. But what creates trust?

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West Monroe

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Center for Microeconomic Data shows a massive decline in consumer lending in 2023—not surprisingly, most financial institutions responded with dramatic headcount reductions. Banks must begin by defining a vision for the future of consumer lending within their institution.

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Support EXP

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

To avoid making decisions based on an incomplete understanding of your customers, make the ever-changing Voice of Your Customer the core of your intel-gathering plan. Specifically, they are bracing themselves against the headwinds threatening the growth of both their customer base and their bottom line. .

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Retently

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In a 2003 Harvard Business Review article , Fred Reichheld introduced Net Promoter Score® as a new measure of customer loyalty and satisfaction. That makes the Net Promoter Score, as of 2023, 20 years old — an eternity for a customer success metric in the fast-paced world of technology.

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ChurnZero

JANUARY 25, 2024

With technology advancing and customer expectations rising, customer success has become an essential force driving business growth and customer loyalty within the SaaS industry. Scaled customer success roles This role is starting to carve out its own space and made a huge splash in 2023.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2023

Magnus Geverts shares his top tips for beating agent burnout—and the competition—in 2023. 2023 has arrived and the same tough economic challenges prevail, requiring urgent remedies to beat agent burnout and restore the contact centre to full health for a profitable New Year.

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CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Calabrio, the workforce performance company, has released its annual analysis of the contact centre market, the State of the Contact Centre 2023: Activating the Agent of the Future. Just 49% of managers believe that remote workers are meeting productivity expectations today, which is 24% lower than in 2020.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 22, 2023

Calabrio , the workforce performance company, is proud to announce it has been awarded Workforce Innovation of the Year at the 2023 Customer Contact Week (CCW) Excellence Awards. Calabrio is honoured to be recognised for empowering frontline staff, unravelling complexity, and driving impact through customer experience.

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ClearAction

APRIL 13, 2023

After you nurture potential customers along their buying journey, there’s the handoff to Accounts Receivable, customer onboarding, account management, Customer Success, Customer Service, Customer Loyalty, etc. Championing brand integrity is the ideal purpose of Chief Customer Officers.

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TechSee

JANUARY 26, 2021

Challenged by continuing uncertainty and perhaps uncharted territory, it has never been harder to predict what lies ahead in the world of consumer trends and customer service. In fact, the IDC predicts that by 2023, enterprises that excel at delivering empathy and safety at scale will outperform those that don’t by 40 percent!

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Maru Group

JANUARY 31, 2023

By Glyn Luckett Maru/Matchbox | January 2023 While many companies recognize the value of keeping essential business software up-to-date, employee research techniques and solutions are often overlooked. It’s not about acquiring new customers but pleasing the ones you already have.

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SurveySensum

AUGUST 17, 2023

Net Promoter Score (NPS) scores serve a purpose beyond measuring customer satisfaction; they offer cues for upselling and cross-selling opportunities. When customers give high NPS scores, it signifies their satisfaction and loyalty. By doing this, you can gain the required insights to enhance customer loyalty and drive growth.

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Helpt

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

One way to achieve this goal is by investing in customer experience. Providing excellent technical support is crucial to building a loyal customer base, increasing revenue, and expanding the business. This can help to build trust and loyalty with your customers and lead to increased revenue.

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Playvox

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Thankfully AI-driven tools are automating capabilities and processes that help contact center analysts and leaders identify tone, intent, and feelings that impact customer experiences and loyalty. What is Customer Sentiment Analysis?

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SurveySensum

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Building Customer Loyalty : Listening to customers builds trust and loyalty, making them more likely to stick with a brand. This way, new product features focus on fixing real customer issues, not just coming up with ideas that might not be useful. Meeting customers on platforms they use daily (e.g.,

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