NetBase

APRIL 14, 2020

People are talking about travel – and it’s not all about boycotts or travel bans, which of course makes for salacious news in and of itself. People Love to Travel. It seems the travel industry is in the news constantly these days, as consumers dispute everything from airline fees to cruise ship nightmares.

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Helen Dewdney

MAY 13, 2019

Are you on the right track with your Christmas train travel plans? All you need to know about the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements 2018. All you need to know about booking/complaining about holidays/flights/travel masses of information about all areas of your holiday.

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ShepHyken

MARCH 4, 2024

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. What Exactly Is Customer Experience? by Annette Franz (CustomerThink) Customer experience is the sum of all the interactions (including with product and price!) Engaging your customers in between visits pays dividends.

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TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

Eric Esguerra, Vice President, Customer Service & Operations at Miele Canada Ltd. Eric’s favorite motto is “The Customer Experience is Paramount and must be the driving force to any organization.” His YouTube channel is a fantastic source of inspiration about customer experience and customer centricity in a digital world.

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Experience Investigators by 360Connext

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Mike Wittenstein is an experience, service, and business designer based in Atlanta who travels the world sharing ideas and programs that ignite others’ thinking, encourage experimentation, and transform business results. Which ones did you spot? Good job Ebay ! You’ve got chutzpah, Rebecca Minkoff!

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eGain Blogs

JUNE 24, 2022

The Newsweek listing on America’s best customer service companies and the Forrester US CX Index for 2022 just came out. These are not subjective awards—they are based on quantitative data gathered from tens of thousands of consumers on the customer service experiences of leading brands. Newsweek rankings. #1

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Interactions

MAY 20, 2021

With travel restrictions decreasing and consumers feeling more comfortable leaving their homes, this summer will see a rebound in traffic after a year-long hibernation. According to new research by Zapwater Communications , 65% of Americans are looking forward to traveling again, both internationally and domestically.

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Conversocial

AUGUST 17, 2021

Whether it was people going on holiday, travelling for business or just commuting to the office, the number of journeys being made across the global transport industry has dramatically dropped since March 2020. It’s going to be months, probably years, before it returns to pre-pandemic levels. If it ever does.

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CSM Magazine

MARCH 14, 2022

Chatbots and Intelligent Virtual Assistants are on the customer engagement frontlines, interacting with consumers every day. In 2020, the global pandemic led to an unprecedented surge in the usage of AI-powered customer service. consumers of 18 to 65 years of age. 3% say the experience is too time consuming.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2022

Customer service managers are responsible for overseeing customer service in an organization. Customer service manager jobs are typically available in large organizations that have a customer service department. Some customer service manager positions may also be available in small businesses.

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Steve DiGioia

MAY 23, 2022

Many travelers love to find those “non-touristy” attractions and will appreciate your efforts. Events are great ways to get potential new customers from the neighborhood. Consumers who continually shop locally, do so for many reasons. RELATED POST: What is Customer Service, Really? Ask, simply ask them.

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Zenarate , the leading Simulation Training solution, today announced the release of the Consumer Edition of the 2022 CX Leaders Trends & Insights report. Zenarate partnered with Execs In The Know to gather current consumer preferences and perceptions related to customer service and customer experience channels.

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Call Experts

JULY 27, 2023

A customer service call center serves as the backbone of a company’s customer service operations, providing a centralized hub where all customer inquiries, requests, and concerns are addressed efficiently and effectively. And high expectations from their customers.

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Vonage

JULY 7, 2017

Although much about providing a great customer experience is timeless, it’s also a good idea to align your strategy with today’s consumer trends. In particular, I suggest adjusting your style of service in the following five ways. Amp up your speed of service. Create your customer service mantra.

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Interactions

MARCH 19, 2020

We’ve seen travel bans, the cancellation of public events, and work-from-home mandates. Businesses across industries are trying their best to keep their employees and customers calm, safe, and productive during these testing times. . COVID-19 has impacted both personal and business travel. That is exactly what’s happening now.

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TechSee

MARCH 10, 2021

Recently, the focus on remote assistance has been increasing, driven mainly by the rising expectations of customers, the growing complexity of cases, and the emergence of new technologies such as IoT diagnostics, video, AR and computer vision AI. In 2021, remote support has become a standard in customer service and is here to stay.

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Interactions

JULY 22, 2021

It’s impacted our ability to travel, have social interactions and, for most of us, redefined the way we work. On top of all of this, it has created countless customer experience challenges which many organizations have been unable to meet. Covid customer experience challenges. Investing in customer service pays off.

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Vonage

JUNE 6, 2017

You can tell a lot about a company and its commitment to customers in the words employees use. Open your ears and you will find it’s easier to measure customer service levels than you might think. With my travel schedule, I imagined missing the next shipment and asked again if he would call me. Your Service.

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NetBase

MAY 23, 2019

When we talk about customer care, we now know we’re talking about the entire customer experience – not just isolated moments in-store, or when things go wrong. How does social listening impact customer care in one of the most experiential categories – i.e., Travel & Hospitality? Here are some ways! Immediacy Is Key.

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TechSee

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Personalization as a driver in customer service. consumers abandoned a brand due to lack of personalization and trust. For organizations to succeed in creating a truly personalized CX, innovative approaches must be implemented that resonate deeply with customers so that they feel valued and appreciated.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 24, 2022

Their customers are the lifeblood of their business; without their patronage, the company will collapse. With this in mind, providing outstanding customer service should always be a top priority. A customer calling about a faulty toy or bad-tasting sandwich should be taken seriously. When competition is stiff.

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Inbenta

AUGUST 23, 2024

The travel industry is all in on AI. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all travel packages. Today, artificial intelligence is helping travelers plan bespoke experiences catered to their specific tastes. Travelers, for their part, want to get personal. Say you’re planning a vacation. Need to change your flight?

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. 4 Ways to Level Up Your Customer Service in 2021 by Reuben Yonatan. Fast Company) Providing exceptional customer service is a tried and tested way for brands to stand out and succeed. by Max Starkov.

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ShepHyken

MAY 28, 2023

Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Cramer sat down with Apple’s SVP of services Eddy Cue earlier Tuesday at the inaugural CNCB CEO Summit in Santa Barbara. Here are my top five picks from last week. I refer to this as a hospitality mentality.

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Kustomer

AUGUST 28, 2023

Welcome to The Kustomer Service Pulse , a new series on the Kustomer blog where we share our point of view on customer service experiences that showcase how companies can create unforgettable moments with their customers, drive impact for their business, and elevate their brands.

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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.

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Up Your Service

MAY 3, 2017

Our previous blog post demonstrated the power of customer voice in an unsolicited book review from a technology industry guru. This post makes the same point, but for the travel and hospitality – one of the most traditional “service” industries on the planet. The rise of white-glove customer service.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 24, 2021

New Partnership between Synergy and Customer Service Action provides an “unrivalled end-to-end customer service proposition.”. Synergy and Customer Service Action are delighted to announce a new multi-year deal that will help shape the future of customer service. About the Author.

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ShepHyken

MAY 16, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Are You Tracking the Customer Service Metrics That Really Count? My Comment: We kick off this week’s Top Five roundup with an excellent article about the best customer service metrics. Yes, metrics matter.

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Eptica

APRIL 18, 2018

Date: Wednesday, April 18, 2018 How good is the digital customer experience from travel brands? So, how are UK travel companies doing in terms of online customer experience? Email performance was particularly poor with only two successful answers received by travel brands - and one those took over 7 days.

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Helen Dewdney

MARCH 7, 2022

It has been a hard couple of years for companies in the travel industry and also for their customers. Many airlines have not treated customers well, such as British Airways taking advantage of the law not being clear on refunds. If the carriers want consumers to flock back to the skies, they will have to treat them fairly.

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Eptica

JUNE 8, 2016

The state of UK travel customer experience. Author: James Gladwish The internet has transformed the way we buy our holidays and flights, with the majority of people now booking all or part of their travel online. Given these factors, how is the sector performing when it comes to customer experience?

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Just like the chicken or egg conundrum the same could apply to COVID-19 and poor customer service. As many organisations hide behind the pandemic for failing service standards, Abbie Heslop, Commercial AI Analyst, EBI.AI What came first, Coronavirus or poor customer service?

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TechSee

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

The on-demand economy is defined as economic activity created to meet a consumer demand via the real-time delivery of goods and services. Other categories run the gamut from the obvious to the outlandish, such as on-demand parking spaces, dog-walking, manicures, car repairs and laundry services. billion in spending.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 5, 2024

Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Practices Sustainability is increasingly important to travellers. According to Booking.com’s Sustainable Travel Report 2023, 71% of travellers would be more likely to book a hotel knowing it was environmentally friendly. Guests are choosing hotels that prioritise eco-friendly practices.

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Magellan Solutions

JULY 14, 2021

Other industries can outsource customer service and yield all of its benefits as well. When we talk about customer support outsourcing , most businesses will immediately think of big industries such as Information Technology and Finance. What Industries Should Outsource Customer Service More? Travel and Tourism.

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Vonage

AUGUST 11, 2015

Businesses can pour money into elaborate advertising campaigns, but poor customer service can undo all that hard work instantly. Excellent customer service can be as good (and often better) for your brand than a well-orchestrated PR campaign: get your customers to do the talking for you!

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