Fri.Mar 14, 2025

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How To Analyze Call Center Performance: Key Metrics, Tips, and Tools

InMoment XI

In any call center or contact center, performance is the engine that powers the entire operation. High-performing call centers do a great job at keeping customers satisfied, and theyre highly efficient, reducing operational costs. But high performance doesnt happen by chance. Analyzing call center performance is the path to improvementbut youve got to do it right.

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Getting started with computer use in Amazon Bedrock Agents

AWS Machine Learning

Computer use is a breakthrough capability from Anthropic that allows foundation models (FMs) to visually perceive and interpret digital interfaces. This capability enables Anthropics Claude models to identify whats on a screen, understand the context of UI elements, and recognize actions that should be performed such as clicking buttons, typing text, scrolling, and navigating between applications.

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Amazing Questions to Ask as a CX Professional

CX Accelerator

With changes in the CX world right now, definitive answers are hard to come by. What you CAN do is ask the right questions!

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Evaluating RAG applications with Amazon Bedrock knowledge base evaluation

AWS Machine Learning

Organizations building and deploying AI applications, particularly those using large language models (LLMs) with Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems, face a significant challenge: how to evaluate AI outputs effectively throughout the application lifecycle. As these AI technologies become more sophisticated and widely adopted, maintaining consistent quality and performance becomes increasingly complex.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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De-Risking AI: 7 Ways Interactions Builds Compliant IVAs for Financial Services

Interactions

As AI has won the attention of teams across the enterprise for its efficiency and CX benefits, these technology investments are coming under closer scrutiny than ever before by compliance and risk teams. Especially in heavily regulated industries like financial services, the potential benefits of an AI-driven solution cannot outweigh compliance red flags.

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Customer success under the CRO: five challenges for customer leaders

ChurnZero

Customer success needs to align with revenue. NRR (net revenue retention) is our north star. Renewals should be an outcome of good customer success. Any of these sound familiar? These adages have been around for years now, so it really should come as no surprise that as customer success teams have shifted away from customer satisfaction and towards driving growth, more and more CS teams are rolling up to the CRO (chief revenue officer).

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Humanizing AI for Better Customer Experiences

CSM Magazine

Advancements in AI-driven customer experience (CX) solutions have changed the game for businesses, especially in retail and e-commerce. But does your CX lack the human touch? Companies are now leveraging chatbots, virtual assistants, and AI tools to streamline interactions, offering efficient and accurate customer support around the clock. But while these innovations bring clear advantages, customers often crave the warmth and connection associated with human interaction.

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Market Research 101: What It Is, Why It Matters & How to Do It Right

SurveySensum

Want to launch a new product? Or launch a new store? But how to design it flawlessly and make a mark in the market? This is where Market Research comes in. Instead of guessing, you get data-driven insights to make smarter decisions. Whether you’re a startup rolling out a new product or a brand looking to expand, market research is the foundation of success.

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The Walmart Checkout Controversy: Long Queues, Frustrated Shoppers, and Lessons for Retailers

CSM Magazine

A simple trip to Walmart in Waxhaw, North Carolina, turned into a frustrating experience for a customer named Jack, whose complaint about long checkout lines has sparked a larger conversation about efficiency, customer experience, and the role of self-checkouts in retail. Jacks story isnt unique, but it does highlight an important issue retailers face today.

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How AI Is Revolutionizing Contact Centers: 2025 Strategy + ROI Playbook

In 2025, contact centers aren’t just changing—they’re being rebuilt by AI. This no-fluff, executive-ready guide shows you how to capitalize on the transformation. Inside: proven ROI calculators, workforce optimization tactics, deflection strategies, and a 90-day AI deployment plan. Built for CIOs, COOs, CX leaders, and contact center strategists, it goes beyond buzzwords into play-by-play implementation.

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Social Media Management for Small Business: Your 2025 Action Plan

Brandwatch CX

Master social media management for your small business with essential tools and practical tips. Learn how to boost your online presence today.

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Six Essential Skills for Effective Customer Service Coaching

CSM Magazine

Effective customer service coaching is essentialnot just to ensure your team meets customer expectations but to help them exceed them. Coaching your team to deliver outstanding service requires more than just providing feedback or hosting training sessions. It hinges on equipping your staff with the right skills and creating a continuous learning environment.

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3 Research Mistakes Growing Product Teams Keep Making (And How to Fix Them)

Centercode

Rushing research with paid panels tends to lead to poor insights. Avoid these 3 common mistakes to maintain quality data.

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How AI Technology Enhances Support for Vulnerable Customers

CSM Magazine

Across every industry, companies need to focus on supporting their most vulnerable customers. Whether its people living with disabilities, elderly customers, or those experiencing financial hardship, addressing their challenges effectively can improve customer satisfaction, foster loyalty, and ultimately drive business growth. By leveraging data, pattern recognition, and automation, AI empowers businesses to not only detect but also proactively address the needs of vulnerable customers.

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Next-Gen Cloud Contact Centers For Dummies®

What does customer service excellence look like in 2024? According to our report with insights from CX expert Shep Hyken, customer expectations are at an all-time high, and there’s a bigger shift toward self-service and leveraging AI capabilities.

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Customer success under the CRO: five tips for customer leaders

ChurnZero

Customer success needs to align with revenue. NRR (net revenue retention) is our north star. Renewals should be an outcome of good customer success. Any of these sound familiar? These adages have been around for years now, so it really should come as no surprise that as customer success teams have shifted away from customer satisfaction and towards driving growth, more and more CS teams are rolling up to the CRO (chief revenue officer).

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For America’s Internet Service Providers, Customer Service Is Key to Competitive Advantage

CSM Magazine

The latest US census data shows that about 95 percent of US homes have an internet connection. Here, we look at the importance of customer service in a world where digital connectivity has transformed customer expectations and raised the bar for businesses. Americans go online from home to work, communicate and carry out day to day tasks such as shopping and banking, so it is no exaggeration to say that their internet service providers (ISPs) are just as important as utility providers who deal i

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YouTube Brand Account Setup: A Step-by-Step Guide for Creators

Brandwatch CX

Discover how a YouTube Brand Account can enhance your business growth, boost engagement, and strengthen your online presence. Read more to learn how.

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The Power of Telling Your Customers’ Stories

Brad Cleveland Blog

To design and deliver great customer experiences, you have to understand the customer’s journey. Put another way, their story. To understand the customer narrative, the most successful organizations harness something that’s been around as long as humanity, and that’s storytelling. … Continue reading → The post The Power of Telling Your Customers’ Stories appeared first on Brad Cleveland.

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective

In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.

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Siemens Data Center Analyst Event Touches On A Variety Of Topics

Forrester's Customer Insights

Forrester was invited to a Siemens Industry Analyst Day event focused on data centers in Zug, Switzerland and received presentations covering a wide variety of data center topics, as well as a tour of Siemens facilities showcasing the practical application of its strategy and products.

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The Latest Customer Loyalty Trends Transforming 2025 Strategies

CSM Magazine

As consumer habits shift and expectations grow, brands face increasing pressure to create loyalty programs that feel personal, relevant, and rewarding. The way businesses reach customers is being updated with the help of AI, more engaging games, and new technology. This affects everyone. For businesses, keeping up with these trends is the key to building trust and ensuring long-term success.

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The Relationship-Disadvantaged Epidemic

The DiJulius Group

The majority of young men have never asked a woman out on a date in person Gen Z has Telephobia The majority of young men have never asked a woman out on a date in person My favorite podcaster, Scott Galloway recently said, More than half of 18-24 males have never asked a woman. Read Full Article The post The Relationship-Disadvantaged Epidemic appeared first on The DiJulius Group.

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Let The Service Management Agentic AI Race Begin

Forrester's Customer Insights

Late last year, my colleagues and I authored a report on the future of AI computing titled Change The Interface; Change The World. We predicted how AI-powered interfaces and agents will change everyday life and work. This transformation has begun, and we can see its impact on IT operations.

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Case Study: Key Insights on Wait Times and Customer Service

Faster response times mean happier customers Are your customers on hold too long? Nearly half of consumers find hold times unacceptable, and a quarter will leave your brand because of it. Our latest report reveals how companies are affected by wait times and the impact on customer satisfaction. Read the report to get insights into the impact of long hold times and areas for opportunities.

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Lesson #28 Revisited: To Incentivize or Not to Incentivize—Has AI Changed This?

PeopleMetrics

To incentivize or not to incentivize? That's still the question, even in the AI-driven age. Incentives in customer surveys originate from traditional market research, where surveys are often lengthy, complex, and required substantial participant timethink about doctors answering detailed questionnaires about medications they prescribe. In such cases, incentives make sense because they're essential to getting busy professionals to provide meaningful insights.

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Meet The Analyst: Covering ERP, FP&A, SaaS, And The Enterprise Software Market

Forrester's Customer Insights

I am thrilled to begin my journey as principal analyst on the enterprise software, IT services, and digital transformation-focused team at Forrester. For nearly two decades, I have led major business-technology initiatives. During the last eight years for Forrester Consulting, I helped clients drive transformative results.