Kustomer

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Optimal customer service is a must for companies that want a stellar reputation that keeps business flowing. In fact, according to our own research , 79% of consumers say customer service is extremely important when deciding where to shop, so delivering on consumer expectations has never been more important.

Consumers 80

Consumers How To Retail e-support 80

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, we feature an article by Prabhjot Singh at Knowmax , a company that empowers customer experience teams to improve engagement through AI-powered knowledge management. He talks about the trends that customer service and experience professionals can expect for the remaining months of 2023.

Self Service 61

Self Service Trends Customer Service Chatbots 61

Solvvy

JULY 13, 2022

Your customers expect–and demand–prompt, personalized service. The Salesforce State of the Connected Consumer report states that 66% of customers expect businesses to understand their unique needs and expectations, and 68% expect companies to demonstrate empathy.

Self Service 90

Self Service Customer Service Knowledge Base Chatbots 90

NICE inContact

JUNE 7, 2018

In today’s digital economy, there have never been more opportunities for businesses and their customers to interact. Chat, text, social media, websites, IVR, even traditional phone calls with customer service representatives – the list continues to grow. This is an alarming discrepancy.

Omni-Channel 120

Omni-Channel Consumers Customer Experience Social Media 120

Kustomer

JUNE 1, 2023

Using customer data to create a personalized customer experience is one of the top customer service trends of 2023, according to Forrester. For the modern consumer, expectations are growing. Delivering excellent customer service isn’t just about responding when there’s an issue, resolving it and moving on.

Data 78

Data Customer Service CRM Customer Service Strategies 78

delighted

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Exceptional customer service turns repeat and new customers into promoters. Needless to say, many brands are taking notice of the financial benefits improving customer service can have for your bottom line. In 2019, 67% of consumers believe that companies are actively improving their customer service.

Customer Service Strategies 42

Customer Service Strategies Customer Service Strategy Self Service 42

CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Magnus Geverts at Calabrio shares his essential guide to Good Customer Service. Customer service is now a key differentiator in the eyes of consumers and companies alike. Put your contact centre on the right track with a step-by-step guide to improving customer service that blends people, process and technology.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Gamification Customer Service Strategies Analytics 52

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2019

The customer service department is too often referred to as “just a cost center”. As experience overtakes price and product as a key brand differentiator, customer service is being recognized as the face of, and driver for, organization-wide strategy. The board includes: EVP, Global Customer Care, Mastercard.

Customer Service Strategies 40

Customer Service Strategies Meeting Strategy Customer Service 40

Lumoa

JUNE 14, 2023

Before we dive into our remedies, let’s take a look at some of the root causes that could be behind your score going south: Inadequate or Poor Customer Service Many customers tend to be unforgiving if their support experience isn’t up to scratch. Think about it. Or recommend them to your friends and family?

NPS 208

NPS Effort Score Customer Centricity Loyalty 208

Kustomer

JULY 10, 2020

In a world that’s so heavily focused on utilizing digital technology and social media to create convenient experiences for consumers, making your customer service communication lines as simple, seamless and tailored as possible to specific members of your audience is a must. More meaningful conversations.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Return on Investment Customer Service Strategies Loyalty 52

CSM Magazine

JUNE 28, 2021

The icing on the cake for your customers is good customer service, which is why according to the 2018 State of Global Customer Service Report, 95% of respondents indicated that customer service is important to their choice of brand. Make your company easy for customers to access.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Self Service Tips Social Media 52

Kustomer

AUGUST 6, 2020

In our Customer Service Retail Repor t, we discovered that nearly eight in 10 customers said they would be less likely to shop with a brand again after experiencing poor customer service. Unless you want to potentially lose about 80% of your business, you need to stay on top of your customer service performance.

Metrics 102

Metrics Measurement Customer Service Strategy 102

ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

This week we feature an article by Jim Iyoob who talks about how and why technology has changed consumer behavior and how you need to reinvent strategies to keep up with consumers. – Shep Hyken. As we all know, nowadays, consumer behavior is prejudiced by various aspects. Customers are connected.

Consumers 96

Consumers Technology Chief Customer Officer Social Media 96

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.

Customer Care 62

Customer Care Self Service Omni-Channel Metrics 62

Kustomer

MAY 13, 2020

Consumer expectations are changing daily, and technology has a lot to do with this. The digital age has made customers expect instant gratification; when technology makes just about any informationavailable at the click of a button, more and more people are turning to their devices for answers.

Self Service 52

Self Service Trends Customer Service Social Media 52

CSM Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2022

There are more than 200 million businesses already connecting with customers through Instagram on a regular basis. Plus, 80% of consumers are consistently engaging with brands via social media. How to use Instagram for customer service. Tips to improve Instagram customer service.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Marketing Social Media Guidelines 52

ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The Six Degrees of Customer Experience by Computerworld (Computerworld) How do you create an outstanding customer experience? It’s no easy task, as customers’ wants and needs move quickly.

Customer Service 62

Customer Service Chatbots Culture Customer Service Training 62

ShepHyken

JANUARY 17, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 7 Customer Service Skills Every Business Needs by Renee Johnson. The Tech Report) Much of the customer mindset will remain a mystery. (The The Tech Report) Much of the customer mindset will remain a mystery.

Customer Journeys 67

Customer Journeys Customer Service Retail Touchpoint 67

Help Scout

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

With access to fewer resources and generally leaner teams, small businesses need to be more creative and tactful in their approach to customer service. Armed with those insights and learnings, you should be able to get started on — or refine — your own customer service program to start delivering consistently exceptional support.

Customer Service 127

Customer Service Self Service Tips Chief Customer Officer 127

Kustomer

JULY 13, 2020

In the realm of customer care, there’s tried-and-true, traditional customer service, and then there’s digital customer service. This might have you wondering, what is digital customer service, exactly? And how can digital customer care improve the overall customer experience?

Customer Service 59

Customer Service Self Service Omni-Channel Chatbots 59

Comm100

JANUARY 14, 2016

If there is one thing that’s certain, it’s that modern consumers are much more tech-savvy than those from past generations. As technology continues to open new avenues for innovation and business transformation, so too will the shopping and buying habits of consumers. In fact, customers will demand it.

Omni-Channel 0

Omni-Channel Trends Self Service Customer Service 0

ShepHyken

MAY 17, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. How to handle customer complaints? Alibaba.com) This article summarizes 4 common types of customer complaints and worked out 6 tips to handle them smartly and strategically. 6 tips you must know by Alibaba.com.

Customer Service 80

Customer Service Customer Retention Tips Brands 80

Magellan Solutions

MARCH 7, 2021

What are omni channel services. Today’s customers expect the most tech-savvy approach. Companies support multichannel customer engagement. Frustrated customers and employees. Magellan Solutions offers nothing but a great customer experience. The rise of omni channel customer service strategy through AI.

Omni-Channel 52

Omni-Channel Customer Service Government Call Center 52

Integrity Solutions

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In a world where customers have more options available to them — and more ways to vent frustrations publicly — you can’t afford to drop the ball on excellent customer service. Last week was National Customer Service Week , an annual — and now global — event devoted to celebrating the people who make customer service happen.

Customer Service 67

Customer Service Self Service Banking Culture 67

ShepHyken

AUGUST 13, 2018

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Are You Making This Critical Connection With Your Customers to Strengthen Relationships and Drive Loyalty? Want better customer service? Your customers expect it, so don’t fight it.

Customer Service 72

Customer Service Loyalty B2C Study 72

NICE inContact

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Businesses today know that they need to create an omnichannel customer experience to meet the needs of consumers, who are looking to engage with companies anytime and through any method (i.e., But businesses’ perceptions of how they are performing do not always align perfectly with those of their key stakeholders – their customers.

Omni-Channel 120

Omni-Channel Survey Customer Experience Consumers 120

Second to None

MARCH 9, 2018

Customer expectations within the social media space are changing as the technology platforms become more integrated in society. Specifically, the ability to provide a high level of customer service can help improve the way that online consumers perceive your brand. 1: A rapid response is now standard.

Social Media 69

Social Media Chatbots Customer Service Brands 69

ShepHyken

JULY 6, 2020

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. The most important customer service qualities in the next normal: Expertise, empathy, and speed by Vala Afshar. Expertise, empathy, and speed are the top three most important customer service qualities.

Customer Service 65

Customer Service Healthcare Customer Journeys Feedback 65

CSM Magazine

JULY 12, 2020

How a business handles customer service has a direct correlation to brand perception and longevity in today’s landscape. This is the exact reason why customer service and marketing need to work hand in hand. Customers’ expectations of businesses are constantly changing. The notion of “immediate”.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Marketing Social Media Ecommerce 52

ShepHyken

MARCH 15, 2019

This week we feature an article by Tom Buiocchi who writes about the importance of the “behind the scenes” work facilities managers do in order to enhance the customer experience. When you think about how to provide excellent customer service, chances are facilities management might not be the first thing that comes to mind.

Customer Service 75

Customer Service Management Retail e-support 75

ShepHyken

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This week, we feature an article by Sukhdev Singh, Digital Marketing Specialist at Maxicus , a company that provides tech-enabled customer service solutions. He writes about building a great customer experience is integral to the success of any organization. Here are some tips for building a winning customer experience strategy.

Tips 70

Tips Self Service Strategy Customer Experience 70

Stella Connect

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

For in-depth insights on this topic, we at Stella Connect by Medallia commissioned a research study of more than 2,100 consumers to get a better understanding of the evolving customer service and customer experience landscape to determine the best practices for meeting and exceeding customer needs.

Meeting 84

Meeting First Call Resolution Poor Customer Service Effort Score 84

Kustomer

AUGUST 19, 2021

This can be achieved by keeping track of customer feedback, analyzing the feedback and using insights to anticipate what they will require in the future. What Is Voice of the Customer? Voice of the Customer (VoC) is the process for analyzing customer needs, and using them to inform your customer service strategy.

Social Media 98

Social Media Voice of Customer Analysis Survey 98

ProProfs Chat

APRIL 24, 2020

We’ve seen popular brands create some of the most memorable and successful customer service stories. Believe it or not, but customer service psychology is one of the driving factors for their success. What is Customer Service Psychology? Adapt Communication Skills as per Customer Expectation.

Tips 82

Tips Customer Service Social Media Chatbots 82

CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Customers are like elephants; they have amazing memories. This means they will never forget a truly wonderful or absolutely horrible service experience. So, in these tough economic times, what are the best customer service strategies to provide elephant-astic experiences?

Self Service 52

Self Service Customer Experience Gamification Analytics 52

ShepHyken

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. You’ll have to read this excellent article by Vala Afshar, a genius in the world of customer service and CX. Customer service expert Chip Bell has come up with a concept he calls “impulse service.”

Customer Service 74

Customer Service Retail Customer Service Training Measurement 74

ShepHyken

JANUARY 23, 2017

Each week I read a number of customer service articles from various online resources. Are You Taking Your Customers For Granted? CustomerThink) What does your B2B marketing program have to do with your customer retention strategy? Driving Revenue With Great Customer Experience by Maxie Schmidt- Subramanian.

Self Service 48

Self Service Social Media Customer Service Fashion 48