Vonage

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

Social media has changed the rules of customer service. There was a time when if a customer wanted to complain, they’d have to dial the customer service number and then wait in a queue for 10, 20 or 30 minutes. It’s therefore not surprising that many businesses have concerns about social media customer service.

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Vonage

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Social media has changed the rules of customer service. There was a time when if a customer wanted to complain, they’d have to dial the customer service number and then wait in a queue for 10, 20 or 30 minutes. It’s therefore not surprising that many businesses have concerns about social media customer service.

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Omni-Channel Customer Service Social Media Customers 253

Vonage

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

To help arm you with the information needed to thrive in this competitive environment, here are 10 stats that tell you everything you need to know about today’s consumer. Half of consumers move on after poor customer service. Poor customer service costs business billions annually.

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Omni-Channel Consumers Self Service Social Media 218

Comm100

MARCH 30, 2021

The customer panic caused by the pandemic has had lingering effects on business: companies are being called to do more with less, with over 80% of consumers expecting more empathetic or more responsive service in 2021. Fortunately, the situation is far from hopeless: omnichannel customer service answers these problems and more.

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Aveus

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Consumers receive fragmented communications across their care journey. And very little of it is coordinated in a way consumers can easily manage. Typically, organizations work in silos when it comes to channel development – for the customer it’s one seamless experience. Pharmacies reach out with refill information.

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Lumoa

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

more friendly behavior in customer service) Marketing to take the info into account in better targeting (e.g. upselling to the most loyal customers) Process changes (e.g. informing the customer more often about how the repair is proceeding) Only after you have acted on feedback, customer experience processes are developing.

Net Promoter Score 417

Net Promoter Score Customer Journeys Customer Experience Omni-Channel 417

BlueOcean

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Whether you’re working with an outsourced strategic partner or whether you are operating with an in-house customer service solution, these posts are must-read content as you work on improving your customer experience on social media. Social Customer Care Cannot Be Ignored. Is good customer service really valuable?

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BlueOcean

JANUARY 9, 2018

These technologies are sparking new expectations in today’s consumers on an almost daily basis. IBM reports that by 2020 – that’s just two years away – 85% of all customer service interactions will occur without a human agent. What Does AI Customer Service Look Like? The Evolution of Self-Serve Customer Service.

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Omni-Channel Customer Care Contact Center Case Study 191

Comm100

MAY 7, 2024

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. How to Streamline Customer Service with 7 Actionable Strategies 1.

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Comm100

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Today’s customer service expectations are at an all-time high, and many organizations are failing to meet the demand. New data outlined in a report by Acquia shows a massive disconnect between organizations and consumers. Only 10% of customers say that most brands are meeting their expectations for a “good experience”.

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Comm100

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The customer service world continues to develop, and each new year can mean a sea change in changing consumer expectations. As new customer service trends arrive, service that was once considered exemplary might no longer meet the growing customer demand.

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Lumoa

JUNE 26, 2023

But with an omnichannel marketing strategy, these numbers are quite achievable. In fact, several companies, ranging from media to finance, are already investing in an omnichannel customer experience to boost their sales and revenue. But first, you need to understand what an omnichannel customer experience is.

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Omni-Channel Customer Experience Net Promoter Score Effort Score 195

Comm100

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Since the COVID-19 pandemic first forced an experiment in remote learning, student support has also been caught been traditional phone offerings and new digital channels. In this article, we’ll be looking at the top higher education customer service trends 2023 and beyond to help prepare for the year ahead.

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Comm100

DECEMBER 12, 2023

We all know that the world of customer service and support is constantly on the move. This blog will delve into the top four customer service trends that are expected to take center stage in 2024. consumers by Qualtrics, a customer’s feelings were found to be the biggest driver of consumer loyalty.

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InMoment XI

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Their feedback across various touchpoints on the customer journey will highlight how you can better retain similar customers. Importance of Customer Analytics Customer analytics provides a blueprint for delivering exceptional customer service. It gives you a competitive advantage.

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Voice of Customer Analysis Loyalty Net Promoter Score 195

Comm100

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

To offer this experience to customers successfully and efficiently, organizations are adopting omnichannel customer service platforms. The top omnichannel performers: . for weak omnichannel performers Decreased cost per customer contact by 7.5%, compared to 0.2% What is omnichannel customer service?

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BlueOcean

JANUARY 6, 2020

Competitive pressures, customer expectations, and emerging technologies are some of the key factors pushing leaders to elevate and evolve their customer service approach. We often talk about omnichannel as the ultimate goal for any and every customer service solution. An Increase in Channel Switching.

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Omni-Channel Customer Care Self Service Wait Times 177

BlueOcean

MARCH 31, 2021

What do mattress sales, wildlife populations, and peak customer service times all have in common? This inevitably translates to higher contact volume in the customer care realm. No longer did people have to wait until that 5 ‘o’ clock hour to make that phone call to customer service. Omni-Channel Patterns.

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InMoment XI

JANUARY 10, 2024

The future of the contact center lies in the omnichannel contact center. What is an Omnichannel Contact Center? An omnichannel contact center is a customer service model that integrates and manages various communication channels in a unified and seamless manner. What Does an Omnichannel Contact Center Solve?

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InMoment XI

OCTOBER 30, 2024

McKinsey & Company ) Approximately one in six customers report that insurers don’t follow up with them after an initial discussion. McKinsey & Company ) Virtual assistants are in use by only 16% of insurers, but 38% of consumers find value in AI-based communication. Be transparent with your customers.

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Comm100

MAY 20, 2020

Long gone are the days when customer service teams could offer just one communication channel to their customers. Today’s consumer wants choice. 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.

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TechSee

JUNE 9, 2022

Providing a digital, omnichannel customer experience is a clear imperative. Allowing customers the flexibility to digitally self-serve can dramatically increase customer satisfaction, and lower your operating costs. Gartner reports that self-service costs around $0.10 No Vision, No AI, No Service.

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GetFeedback

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

They’re building seamless, unforgettable customer experiences that consumers feel every time they walk into a store or open the app. Online retailers and brick-and-mortars that embrace developing technology have been able to create customer experiences that keep consumers coming back for more. And you can, too.

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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. Organizations relying on call center support were forced to transition to digital channels during lockdowns.

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Vonage

AUGUST 30, 2017

The essential principles of customer service are timeless, but consumer expectations are not. Customers have always wanted a friendly, efficient and reliable service, but with the development of new technology, their expectations have been raised. They want a more efficient service than before.

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Kayako

APRIL 12, 2022

As more and more customer transactions occur virtually, the quality of online help desks and customer service support is becoming an essential differentiator for companies. An estimated 73% of consumers say a good experience is critical in influencing their brand loyalties. Low productivity for service agents.

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GetFeedback

MAY 17, 2018

So how is this innovation and growth affecting customer support as a whole? Zendesk explores the ins & outs of modern service in their latest report. 91% of consumers will use a self-service knowledge base if provided. Which support channels do you offer, and which ones are customers most satisfied with?

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Customer Satisfaction Omni-Channel Self Service Knowledge Base 207

Vonage

OCTOBER 2, 2017

The essential principles of customer service are timeless, but consumer expectations are not. Customers have always wanted a friendly, efficient and reliable service, but with the development of new technology, their expectations have been raised. They want a more efficient service than before.

Customer Expectations 435

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CSM Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Customer expectations have evolved. The modern consumer no longer relies on a single method to reach businesses. This shift has pushed Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) providers to embrace omnichannel support, transforming how customer service operates.

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TechSee

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Personalized experiences: Consumer expectations have dramatically changed over the last decade. No longer satisfied with mass content delivery, consumers expect to receive highly customized messaging that meets their individual interests. Self-service: Self-service is slowly emerging as the holy grail of modern CX.

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ECXO

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

This article was originally posted at [link] Integrating touchpoint technologies is a strategic imperative as we all know to create the types of omnichannel experiences that business buyers experience when they purchase something from a consumer brand. Investment in technology has been targeted at one or two channels.

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InMoment XI

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In general, loyal customers are a by-product of excellent customer service. Positive customer experiences give rise to six distinct types of loyalty. Happy customers Price-loyal Convenience-loyal Loyal-to-freebies Loyal-to-loyalty program Truly loyal Happy customers have never had reason to complain.

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Loyalty Customer Experience Net Promoter Score Social Media 195

Lumoa

MARCH 20, 2018

more friendly behavior in customer service) Marketing to take the info into account in better targeting (e.g. upselling to the most loyal customers) Process changes (e.g. informing the customer more often how the repair is proceeding) Only after you have acted on feedback, customer experience processes are developing.

Net Promoter Score 268

Net Promoter Score Customer Journeys Omni-Channel Customer Experience 268

rethinkCX

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Introduction In todays digital landscape, omnichannel customer experience (CX) is no longer a luxuryits a necessity. With consumers interacting with brands across multiple platforms, from social media to live chat and phone support, businesses must deliver seamless, connected experiences. What is Omnichannel Support?

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Omni-Channel Net Promoter Score Customer Experience Social Media 52

NICE inContact

JUNE 26, 2019

The line between traditional and digital communications has blurred, and savvy customers are demanding more from the companies they do business with. One top demand is for true omnichannel customer service , no matter the channel. Afterall, delivering on the omnichannel promise takes some effort.

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Omni-Channel Contact Center Consumers Report 149