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How to Streamline Customer Service – 7 Actionable Strategies

Comm100

The demand for fast, efficient, and personalized customer service is growing – and growing fast. 54% of global consumers have higher customer service expectations than they did just one year ago, according to a recent Microsoft study. Fast response times boost customer satisfaction, showing that concerns are quickly addressed.

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5 Ways to Reduce Holiday Lines and Customer Wait Time

Comm100

This frustration can actually do real damage to your bottom line: according to a study conducted in the U.K. , 41% of shoppers have abandoned a purchase due to long wait times, and 86% avoid shops if they perceive the queue to be too long. But during the holiday season, an increase in wait time may be hard to avoid.

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The State of Automated Customer Service in 2023

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As a result, customer service expectations are now sky-high as consumers demand the very best support – and will even switch brands for better service. Meeting today’s high customer service expectations can be a challenge. 80% of consumers surveyed say that they would be more loyal to brands that understanding them.

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Call center cost reduction strategies

TechSee

Contact center leadership must think strategically and find sustainable call center cost reduction strategies that do not compromise the quality and efficiency of the brand’s service. Slash inbound inquiries with self-service. Reduce second-time calls with better FCR. Techniques to reduce call volume.

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When Good Isn’t Enough: Developing Customer Care that Exceeds Expectations

Interactions

A dedication to understanding your customers ensures that every interaction is personalized and purposeful, alleviating the pain of lengthy wait times and ensuring each conversation is met with effective, personalized assistance. Self-Service Some IVRs and automated systems only assist customers by directing them to a live agent.

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How Can Payers Improve Member Experience and Efficiency at the Same Time?

Uniphore

The authors of the report state that “sadly, brands failed to excel in this area. Nearly half of brands fell below the industry average in this category, pinpointing an anchor that’s weighing down the industry as a whole.” Consumers faced long wait times to reach an agent.

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How to provide an effortless customer experience

TechSee

Now imagine this scenario: When your brand-new stereo system arrives, you open the box and find a DVD with a visual step-by-step guide to setting it up. Wasted customer time – make sure customers never have to repeat themselves or sit idle during extended wait times.