Comm100

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

How to Improve Customer Service. We all know that customer service is important, but just how instrumental it is to success of a company might surprise you. A massive 91% of customers agree that a positive customer service experience makes them more likely to make another purchase. Table of Contents.

Tools 181

Tools Customer Service Tips Omni-Channel 181

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

We’ve now reached the fourth and final part of our series exploring Digital Transformation in Customer Service. The Building Blocks for Successful Digital Transition , exploring strategies for boosting success in a customer service transformation. Gaining Trust Through Data Security.

Customer Service 194

Customer Service Culture Effort Score Chatbots 194

GetFeedback

AUGUST 16, 2018

Customer service has long been an area of focus for marketers and support specialists. After all, 67% of consumers list bad customer experience as one of the primary reasons for churning and 39% of consumers avoid vendors for over 2 years after having a negative experience. Customer Happiness Metrics.

Metrics 199

Metrics Measurement Net Promoter Score Customer Service 199

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. What Is Voice of the Customer and What Does it Mean for Customer Experience? by Scott Clark.

Customer Service 75

Customer Service Chatbots Effort Score Voice of Customer 75

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 1, 2021

This week we feature an article by Jason Grills, Customer Support Expert at ProProfs , a company that provides software that empowers organizations to deliver happiness to their customers and employees. He writes about what automated customer service can do for your business. What is Automated Customer Service? .

Customer Service 156

Customer Service Chatbots Knowledge Base System 156

Beyond Philosophy

MARCH 2, 2020

We have all been in line or on hold for customer service , waiting for a company to get back to us. We tap our toes and roll our eyes as we wait. Then, when our wait time runs long and our patience runs short we get cranky and think, this customer service crew is really inept today.

Customer Service 188

Customer Service Consulting Wait Times Customers 188

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. 3 Ways Store Layout Decisions Impact on Customer Experience by Oisin Ryan. So, do you know who your customers are?

Customer Service 89

Customer Service Customer Centricity Retail Leadership 89

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Welcome to part three in our series exploring digital transformation in customer service. In this series, we’ve been looking at how digital transformation is helping organizations transition to a digital customer service offering that benefit both them and their customers.

Customer Service 215

Customer Service Chatbots Banking Engagement 215

Comm100

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Cutting wait time, reducing operational costs, and improving conversions are just some of the customer service superpowers already enabled by AI. It can then recommend steps to get the customers closer to eligibility. One of the Best Chatbot Examples for a Holistic Customer Lifecycle. Industry: B2B.

Chatbots 143

Chatbots Examples Customer Service Banking 143

Comm100

MAY 25, 2022

Further social upheavals amongst workers and customer expectations have also occurred. Ultimately, customer service and contact centers have not been immune to these changes. In this article, we’ll look at some of the new challenges that have emerged to impact contact centers. Redefining the Customer Agent Experience.

Contact Center 130

Contact Center Customer Service Omni-Channel Social Media 130

Comm100

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

What started with Netflix’s sophisticated Machine Learning recommendation algorithms customized to every users’ preferences has now become the buzz in customer service and support. Why does personalized customer service matter? – It earns you loyal customers and boosts retention.

Self Service 130

Self Service Customer Service Strategy Chatbots 130

CSM Magazine

JUNE 8, 2023

As a call center agent, your job is to provide excellent customer service and support customers. In this article we’ll explore ways in which AI can be used to enhance customer service and how call center agents can benefit from this innovative technology.

Technology 52

Technology Customer Service Call Center Chatbots 52

CSM Magazine

MARCH 13, 2024

Quick Response (QR) codes have emerged as a convenient bridge between offline and online customer experiences. Retail businesses and service industries are now using these pixelated squares to provide exceptional service to their customers in innovative and efficient ways. Let’s take a look.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Loyalty Programs Automotive Retail 52

ShepHyken

MAY 4, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Customer Experience is the way! My Comment: This is an important article. But where is its value?

Customer Service 95

Customer Service Contact Center Retail B2C 95

GetFeedback

MAY 9, 2018

This is a guest post by Alexa Lemzy, customer service manager of TextMagic. Excellent customer service is a cornerstone of most successful businesses. Today, customer service goes beyond the call center. More likely than not, if you’re reading this article, you’ve probably made online purchases.

Mobile Customer Service 170

Mobile Customer Service Customer Service Self Service e-support 170

Lumoa

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The focus on enhancing customer experience has gained traction in recent years. As businesses recognize its value, the shift from a product-centered approach to a customer-centric one continues. Actionability is also, as we believe, one of the essential aspects of customer experience management. Listen to your customers.

Net Promoter Score 445

Net Promoter Score Customer Journeys Customer Experience Omni-Channel 445

Comm100

MAY 20, 2020

Long gone are the days when customer service teams could offer just one communication channel to their customers. It’s not up to the brand how they communicate to the customer – it’s up to the customer to choose how they speak to the brand. This slows down resolution speed and leads to much longer wait times.

Omni-Channel 162

Omni-Channel Customer Service Knowledge Base Communication 162

Solvvy

AUGUST 22, 2022

As customer expectations increase, implementing artificial intelligence (AI) customer service is becoming more important to business growth strategies. . Customer service is often the face of your company. Furthermore, in competitive spaces, a customer may sit back and challenge a service agent to “Dazzle me.”

Customer Service 89

Customer Service Innovation Self Service Chatbots 89

CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Customer service, often seen as the heart of a business, is the assistance and advice provided by a company to those people who buy or use its products or services. It operates as a key touchpoint between a business and its customers – a platform where relationships are built, trust is established, and loyalty is earned.

Customer Service Strategies 52

Customer Service Strategies Self Service Trends Strategy 52

Lumoa

APRIL 6, 2023

Relationships between customers and brands are the foundation of customer experience (CX) success. To ensure that customer experience is successful, companies must focus on creating strong relationships- by understanding customer needs and providing exceptional service.

Customer Experience 208

Customer Experience Customer Centricity Culture Leadership 208

Ann Michaels and Associates

MARCH 5, 2020

The secret is out in living color on the cover of Consumer Reports – how to use social media as the last chance way to get some attention when unhappy with a product or service. This issue shares secrets to great customer service, and social media use is one of them. After a bit of back and forth, the issue was resolved.

Social Media 64

Social Media Customer Service Wait Times Study 64

NobelBiz

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Contact centers serve as the lifeblood of customer service for countless businesses, and the integration of intelligent automation holds the key to unlocking their full potential. Let’s quickly dive into the automation toolkit that’s transforming the customer service landscape.

Call Center 105

Call Center Self Service Contact Center Customer Service 105

Innovative CX

MARCH 24, 2023

Despite what industry experts may profess, customer service isn’t getting any better. While customers expect immediate answers to their inquiries, efficient order processing and fast shipping, there’s no indication that fulfilling these expectations is improving customer service. But I do have my own experiences.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Chatbots Conference Customer Journeys 52

Comm100

MAY 20, 2020

Long gone are the days when customer service teams could offer just one communication channel to their customers. It’s not up to the brand how they communicate to the customer – it’s up to the customer to choose how they speak to the brand. This slows down resolution speed and leads to much longer wait times.

Omni-Channel 130

Omni-Channel Customer Service Knowledge Base Communication 130

CSM Magazine

APRIL 19, 2023

Excellent customer service is an integral component of any successful credit card business. It helps create a positive customer experience, increases customer loyalty and fosters repeat customers. 5 Steps to Improve Credit Card Customer Service & Enhance User Experience 1.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Customer Service Representative Wait Times Customer Satisfaction 52

CSM Magazine

MAY 12, 2023

In recent years, businesses have been increasingly turning to cloud technology to improve and streamline their customer service operations. In this article, we’ll look at some of the key benefits and strategies of moving to the cloud. This eliminates the need for expensive and labor-intensive hardware upgrades.

Omni-Channel 52

Omni-Channel Customer Service Chatbots Policies 52

Russel Lolacher

JUNE 15, 2021

What if we cared about our employees as much (or more) as we do about our customers? For inspiring employee experience ideas, a great place to look is what you’re probably already doing for the customer experience. I try to do that myself in this blog from time to time too. For example: The customer has choices.

Employee Experience 128

Employee Experience Customer Experience Customer Service Customer Journeys 128

NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Customer service is a critical aspect in ensuring a company’s and brand success. Naturally, the best approach to maintain an exceptional level of service is to serve customers through a contact center. In this article, we dissect Customer Service 7 pain points in call centers, and how to tackle them.

Call Center 52

Call Center Customer Service Contact Center Social Media 52

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

UPS is the world’s largest package-delivery company, providing timely delivery for millions of customers to nearly every corner of the globe. But how does their customer service measure up? In this article, we will examine the quality of UPS customer service, its strengths and weaknesses, and suggestions for improvement.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Wait Times Customer Care Communication 52

NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

An excellent customer service strategy separates your call center from the competition by providing a difficult-to-replicate intangible competitive edge. A confident consumer who trusts in their product or service selection will be more likely to promote it to others if they receive excellent customer service from your business.

Customer Service Strategies 52

Customer Service Strategies Tips Strategy Customer Service 52

Lumoa

AUGUST 8, 2023

Effectively analyzing survey results can provide numerous benefits, such as enhanced customer satisfaction, increased sales, and improved brand loyalty. So, if you’re ready to transform your customer feedback into a driving force for positive change, dive into this article and learn how to make the most of your customer surveys!

Analysis 208

Analysis Survey Feedback How To 208

CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

An effective customer service team is the backbone of any successful company. When a business is ready to scale, it must ensure that its customer service department can grow in tandem. Customer service managers can implement several strategies to support their team’s expansion while maintaining high standards.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Strategy NPS Customer Satisfaction 52

CSM Magazine

APRIL 20, 2022

If you’re running a SaaS business, then customer service is probably one of your top priorities. After all, happy customers are more likely to stick around and be repeat customers. In this article, we will discuss five tips that will help improve your SaaS customer service process.

Tips 52

Tips Customer Service Knowledge Base Self Service 52

Comm100

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Chatbots have steadily grown in popularity to become a key component of customer service today. With a bot handling most chats, this means organizations can increase support capacity without growing team size, while also delivering 4/7 availability to their customers. Customer Satisfaction Rate (CSAT). Activation Rate.

Chatbots 216

Chatbots Metrics Average Handle Time Wait Times 216

Comm100

APRIL 26, 2022

There’s no way to sugarcoat this – government customer experience (CX) is miles behind the private sector. When calculating customer satisfaction across major industries in 6 countries, government is the bottom-performing industry in each country. With omnichannel customer service software, this becomes a breeze.

Government 230

Government Omni-Channel Wait Times Software 230

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

This week we feature an article from Chelsea Lamb , co-founder and head tech writer at Business Pop. She provides multiple strategies to improve the customer experience in order to gain and retain repeat customers. It’s been said that customer service is dead. Unfortunately, for many businesses, this is true.

Customer Experience 152

Customer Experience How To Wait Times Customers 152

Comm100

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Even for the most well-organized customer service functions, seeing query volumes and queues rise into the red can be a hair-raising and difficult experience to handle. When it comes to holidays some things don’t change, like presents under the tree, turkey at Thanksgiving, and even customers’ expectations of service.

Customer Service 102

Customer Service Knowledge Base Wait Times Policies 102