April, 2012

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Video: In Case You’re Bored This Weekend

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One of the many benefits of having teenage sons is that they bring to your attention things that are potentially very interesting. To that end, our oldest sent me a link to a new video game that was only a matter of time. Those who have played (or watched our kids play) Roller Coaster Tycoon, View Article.

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Engrain Your Brand Vision in Your People & Excellent Customer Service Will Follow!

Pretium Solutions

Any customer experience may be so typical that sometimes you don’t even notice it anymore. You walk into a retail outlet, a fast food restaurant or a convenience store and the person serving you looks at you through bleary eyes, almost completely disinterested in your needs or wants, says a scripted “Can I help you?” and then embarks on the mostly disengaged process of filling your order.

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Social marketing 101: respond to your customers about social issues too

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Does your organization have a Facebook page where a customer can either “Like” or become “Friends”? Nowadays businesses are either riding the social media train or stranded at the depot. Clients and customers love the personal touch and having the ability to comment on an issue; the problem arises however, when no one from the company responds back or follows up on a complaint, lack of service, or even a social issue.

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New CEM HA Suite Provides Holistic Customer Experience Management

Customer Input

'Customer input Ltd announces today the launch of CEM HA Suite, the first ever total customer experience management solution. It automates in-depth analysis of customer attitudes, behaviors and needs across all company touch-points and includes company policies and procedures management and training modules.

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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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Fishy customer service

Very Best Service

'What is the link between a fish and customer service ? Better hope that there are none. Unless you operate in the fish industry, it is better to avoid fishy customer service practices. There are no clear universal pointers as to what ''fishy'' means but it could include known sub-standard operations, unfair practices, insufficient documentation, misleading advertising and many more horrible items that we can not quote in a blog dedicated to good customer service.

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Video: In Case You’re Bored This Weekend

InMoment XI

One of the many benefits of having teenage sons is that they bring to your attention things that are potentially very interesting. To that end, our oldest sent me a link to a new video game that was only a matter of time.

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6 Ways to Advance Your Call Center Performance (Part I)

Pretium Solutions

Optimizing call center performance can be a tricky proposition for call center leaders and managers. There is so much to think about – systems, processes, technology, customer service agents , supervisors, KPIs, loyalty metrics, service channels – the list goes on and on. The pressure to succeed can be intense, sometimes overwhelming, and the challenges just seem to keep coming.

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Making sure you receive great customer service

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Last evening a group of us went out to dinner at a popular Italian restaurant. One has to realize that South Florida – namely Palm Beach County is rich with tourists, snowbirds, and an occasional rude diner which gives us the opportunity to learn by someone’s mistakes. Our party was only seated for a few minutes when a rather rude uproar began at the next table.

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New CEM HA Suite Provides Holistic Customer Experience Management

Customer Input

Customer input Ltd announces today the launch of CEM HA Suite, the first ever total customer experience management solution. It automates in-depth analysis of customer attitudes, behaviors and needs across all company touch-points and includes company policies and procedures management and training modules.

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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: Channel or Strategy?

Brad Cleveland Blog

Terms related to social media are quickly evolving, and must be used and interpreted in context. For example, I’m often asked for advice on shaping a “social strategy.” It’s an important question — but without further definition, can be overly vague. Social media is a vast and ever-expanding array of platforms, tools and capabilities.

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NICE “Security Analyst” Jamie Wilson Reflects on Stadium Security

Customer Interactions

'In this blog published in SMT Online, NICE’s EMEA Security marketing manager Jamie Wilson, a security expert and self-described sports enthusiast, examines the current state of stadium security in light of recent events and the upcoming London 2012 Olympics games.

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In Case You’re Bored This Weekend

InMoment XI

One of the many benefits of having teenage sons is that they bring to your attention things that are potentially very interesting. To that end, our oldest sent me a link to a new video game that was only a matter of time.

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Status Update: Who’s Sharing Excellent Customer Service?

Pretium Solutions

I stumbled on a statistic this morning that absolutely blew my mind. Maybe I hadn’t had enough coffee yet, but I literally went bug-eyed. “People on Facebook share approximately 1 million links every 20 minutes.”. Enthusiastically, I repeated this out loud to my 16-year old daughter who looked at me like I had two heads and almost snickered, “Uh, yeah Mom, what about it?”.

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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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Book Review: The Welcomer Edge: Unlocking the Secrets to Repeat Business

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I recently finished reading The Welcomer Edge: Unlocking the Secrets to Repeat Business by Richard R. Shapiro who is the founder and President of The Center For Client Retention (TCFCR). Mr. Shapiro’s organization provides research, training, and consulting services to Fortune 500 corporations on how to improve customer service. The book begins with a lighthearted description of four distinct categories of customer service personnel any organization is likely to have on their payroll: We b

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UK Survey Highlights Importance of Handling Customer Concerns

InMoment XI

I was encouraged last week when I received a message from a reader of The Ride who lives in Japan and works for an auto manufacturer there. It points out the truly global nature of our business and in that vein, I want to share with you a great study that my colleagues in our. View Article.

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The Future of the CX Discipline Isn’t Paved with Gold

InMoment XI

The fundamental goal of the fledgling CX discipline is not to gold-plate company offerings. It’s to treat target customers in a way that increases long-term company profitability. Most managers don’t get that.

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UK Survey Highlights Importance of Handling Customer Concerns

InMoment XI

I was encouraged last week when I received a message from a reader of The Ride who lives in Japan and works for an auto manufacturer there. It points out the truly global nature of our business and in that vein, I want to share with you a great study that my colleagues in our.

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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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The Future of the CX Discipline Isn’t Paved with Gold

InMoment XI

The fundamental goal of the fledgling CX discipline is not to gold-plate company offerings. It’s to treat target customers in a way that increases long-term company profitability. Most managers don’t get that.

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UK Survey Highlights Importance of Handling Customer Concerns

InMoment XI

I was encouraged last week when I received a message from a reader of The Ride who lives in Japan and works for an auto manufacturer there. It points out the truly global nature of our business and in that vein, I want to share with you a great study that my colleagues in our.

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The Future of the CX Discipline Isn’t Paved with Gold

InMoment XI

The fundamental goal of the fledgling CX discipline is not to gold-plate company offerings. It’s to treat target customers in a way that increases long-term company profitability. Most managers don’t get that.

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The Night The Lights Went Out In Ginza

InMoment XI

We are now more than a year removed from the devastating earthquake and tsunami that rocked Japan. Much has been written about the far reaching effects of that disaster and the effects continue. In the April 2nd edition of Automotive News in the article “Electric shortages worry Japan” Hans Greimel warns of electricity shortages the. View Article.

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Campaigns that Click: Practical Personalization Strategies to Boost ROI

Speaker: Jennifer Hodroge, Omni-Channel Strategic Leader, Forrester CX Certified

Marketers know that personalization is the key to engagement—but with limited budgets and time, how do you prioritize what, where, and how to personalize? Aligning your content, campaigns, and buyer experiences requires a deep understanding of customer needs. In this new webinar with expert Jennifer Hodroge, we’ll explore how to leverage insights and customer journey mapping to build personalization strategies that deliver real impact.

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The Night The Lights Went Out In Ginza

InMoment XI

We are now more than a year removed from the devastating earthquake and tsunami that rocked Japan. Much has been written about the far reaching effects of that disaster and the effects continue. In the April 2nd edition of Automotive News in the article “Electric shortages worry Japan” Hans Greimel warns of electricity shortages the.

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The Night The Lights Went Out In Ginza

InMoment XI

We are now more than a year removed from the devastating earthquake and tsunami that rocked Japan. Much has been written about the far reaching effects of that disaster and the effects continue. In the April 2nd edition of Automotive News in the article “Electric shortages worry Japan” Hans Greimel warns of electricity shortages the.

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The Benefit of Brand Extensions

InMoment XI

My wife and I had dinner the other week with Dennis Bruce and his wife. For those who live outside of Canada, you may be not familiar with Dennis, but in Canada, he is best known for being “the guy” who came up with Freedom 55. Dennis has headed up various agencies in different parts. View Article.

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The Benefit of Brand Extensions

InMoment XI

My wife and I had dinner the other week with Dennis Bruce and his wife. For those who live outside of Canada, you may be not familiar with Dennis, but in Canada, he is best known for being “the guy” who came up with Freedom 55. Dennis has headed up various agencies in different parts.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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The Benefit of Brand Extensions

InMoment XI

My wife and I had dinner the other week with Dennis Bruce and his wife. For those who live outside of Canada, you may be not familiar with Dennis, but in Canada, he is best known for being “the guy” who came up with Freedom 55. Dennis has headed up various agencies in different parts.

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Video: Customer Experience Lessons from Jack Nicholson

InMoment XI

In the film Five Easy Pieces, Jack Nicholson depicts the surly oil rig worker Robert Eroica Dupea. Shot in 1970, the chicken salad sandwich scene lives on in film history. The clip not only gives us good insight into Nicholson’s character, but 42 years later I believe it also gives us great insight into the. View Article.

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Video: Customer Experience Lessons from Jack Nicholson

InMoment XI

In the film Five Easy Pieces, Jack Nicholson depicts the surly oil rig worker Robert Eroica Dupea. Shot in 1970, the chicken salad sandwich scene lives on in film history. The clip not only gives us good insight into Nicholson’s character, but 42 years later I believe it also gives us great insight into the.

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