ShepHyken
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Happy New Year! I want this year to be your best year ever for creating amazing customer service and experiences. And for everything else, too! But as it applies to the customer experience, I thought it would be fun to share some ideas we need to do more of. With that, here are 10 ideas. Many, if not all, will apply to you and your business. Do more in 24!
Win the Customer
DECEMBER 23, 2023
In an era where technology is deeply integrated into customer touchpoints, the responsible use of AI holds immense potential to revolutionize customer experiences. The ethical deployment of AI not only improves customer satisfaction but also fosters trust and transparency. Here are 15 impactful ways to implement responsible AI and elevate customer touchpoints: 1.
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Optimove
DECEMBER 25, 2023
Get CDP Institute’s Guide on why your CDP needs a brain Download Now Why it Matters: Today’s hyper-connected customers interact with brands through a dizzying myriad of channels, from websites and email to mobile phones and social media. At every touchpoint, they expect a consistent and personalized experience, and successfully providing one requires a robust customer orchestration strategy.
ShepHyken
DECEMBER 25, 2023
Top Takeaways: The customer’s perception matters most. Never assume you know what your customer wants without looking at data. Even the most passionate organizations can misinterpret customer behavior, so always rely on data to make decisions. Embrace continuous improvement. Once you find success, it doesn’t mean you should stop. Keep learning and looking for changes to enhance the customer experience.
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Customer education has become a key driver for growth, retention, and product adoption. Our latest 2024 State of Customer Education Report uncovers critical data and insights from a survey of over 200 industry leaders, offering a look at the evolving role of education in driving business success. Inside, you'll find data on key trends and strategies, including: Strategies for Scaling & Customization: Find out which investments in learning technology deliver the biggest ROI and scalability.
Forrester's Customer Insights
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Danger! Obstacles Ahead! Customer experience (CX) has been a professional competency for two decades, and “Prove CX ROI” is still our CX clients’ top priority! Forrester’s data shows that 86% of CX professionals are building (or rebuilding) their business cases.
Customer Experience Update brings together the best content for Customer Experience and Customer Management professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
SurveySparrow
DECEMBER 25, 2023
It is common knowledge that Net Promoter Score can propel a business to new heights. You might also know about transactional NPS and relational NPS. But what do you think works better? Focusing on an overall experience or individual aspects of a customer journey and improving each touchpoint experience. I think the latter. Well, you need not decide already.
SurveySparrow
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Have you ever thought about how many people actually like taking surveys at the kiosks in public? Surprisingly, a good chunk does! And this number is growing as businesses realize it’s a great way to get quick, direct feedback. (Psst…Did you know that people tend to be more honest with kiosk surveys? It’s true – they give businesses a real peek into people’s thoughts without filters.
SurveySparrow
DECEMBER 26, 2023
In the growing B2B SaaS enterprise sector, it is crucial to understand what customers need and prefer to drive growth and deliver outstanding experiences. This is where the Voice of the Customer (VoC) framework comes in. By collecting and analyzing customer feedback, Voice of the Customer framework help organizations gain valuable insights and make decisions based on data.
SurveySensum
DECEMBER 26, 2023
What would you choose? A product with exceptional customer service Or a bug-free product? In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the ongoing debate regarding whether customer service or bug-free product should take precedence continues to fuel discussions. So, we dedicated ourselves to taking up this discussion on the internet and asked top CX experts about their opinions on the ‘CX Question of the Day’ initiative.
Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
ECXO
DECEMBER 26, 2023
02 2 Best Customer Experience Books 2023 in Digital Data, Design and Centricity – The famous 3 Ds: Digital, Data, Design. This article was originally posted at [link] During 2022 and December 2023, We read a series of 56 books that I found interesting and valuable for us in CX, Design, and Services. The good news was that many different authors and approaches emerged more practical and different from the typical mindset of thought leaders.
MiaRec
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Are you trying to understand the general cost of Conversation Intelligence and Automated Quality Management solutions for your contact center? Are you frustrated that you cannot find reliable pricing information anywhere?
Clarivate
DECEMBER 27, 2023
At Clarivate we put sustainability at the heart of our business goals. Environment, social and governance issues are at the core of our global culture, serving as guiding principles for every decision we make. Our sustainability report is full of real-life examples of how we help our customers, colleagues and communities, with transparent, data-driven results and real insights on where we need to focus moving forward.
BirdEye
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Every business owner wants to expand and invest in newer markets. But most struggle with the decision as they have no proof that customers will support it. But this can change if your business actively measures brand salience and takes steps to improve it. By monitoring customer signals and feedback, you can know your standing in the market and try to become the #1 choice against all odds.
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Understanding and improving your customer experience (CX) can have a massive impact on your bottom line. Choosing the right voice of customers (VoC) solution is a critical step to elevating CX. Frost & Sullivan researched more than 50 leading VoC vendors, analyzing both their “innovation index” and “growth index” to independently select the top 10 performers in each of these categories.
Beyond Philosophy
DECEMBER 29, 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and time for one of our favorite traditions: looking back on what we learned. Each of us has three things we learned in the past year that we think can help all of us moving forward into 2024. Reflection is a key part of the growth process. That’s why we are excited to continue our tradition of reflecting on the past year and what we learned during it.
Helpware
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Success and progress in business and employee development are never about remaining static or clinging to comfort zones. True growth lies in our ability to embrace new approaches and change, even when it's difficult or discomforting. It's about recognizing that innovations and shifts in any area are not obstacles but opportunities. By accepting, adapting to, and using these changes, we open ourselves to new possibilities and can do better even with less effort.
Optimove
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Enhance your customer segmentation with our advanced guide Download Now Why it Matters: From responsible AI use to journey orchestration, these are the places you should put your focus to elevate your CRM Marketing in the new year. The Big Picture: With 2023 in the books, it’s time to pave the way for continued innovation and more meaningful customer connections in the year ahead.
ShepHyken
DECEMBER 24, 2023
Each week, I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Here are my top five picks from last week. I have added my comments about each article and would like to hear what you think too. Teeing up Employee Experience to Enhance Customer Experience by Dom Nicastro (CMSWire) This intimate knowledge, combined with his experience in various operational roles within the golf industry, equipped him with a unique perspective on what it takes to elevate a golf clu
Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin
As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.
Beyond Philosophy
DECEMBER 28, 2023
This year has been the year of AI. We hosted the Global Customer Service Experience Director of Alvarez & Marsal Alex Mead ( alexmead@sky.com ) recently to talk about it, and I wanted to share what we discussed here with all of you, too. One thing I appreciate about Mead is how his opinions make me think. For example, I asked him about the short-term implications of AI, meaning in the next one to five years.
Zonka Feedback
DECEMBER 29, 2023
In today's data-driven world, collecting data is the lifeline of decision-making, strategy formulation, and innovation. Picture this: a healthcare provider leveraging a mobile app to gather patient feedback instantly after appointments, a retail chain conducting on-the-spot inventory checks using tablets, or a field researcher capturing environmental data with a few taps on a smartphone.
BirdEye
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Imagine walking through a town where each street corner has a storyteller ready to share a tale tailored just for you. As you move from one street to the next, the stories change, reflecting what each storyteller knows you’ll love. Geofencing marketing works similarly – It’s like setting up invisible storytelling corners around a business.
Kapta Customer Success
DECEMBER 25, 2023
The key account management role is misunderstood. Nobody seems to know what we do every day. It’s common for people within an organization to think we are glorified support, some flavor of a sales team, or a marketing team. But nothing could be further from the truth! And this misconception is painfully telling of the communication in the organization about how we're supporting and understanding our customers.
Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight
As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.
CSM Magazine
DECEMBER 29, 2023
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SurveySensum
DECEMBER 29, 2023
In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, enhancing the patient journey stands as a paramount goal. Recent statistics underscore the pivotal role patient experience plays in defining the quality of care provided. Recognizing this significance, healthcare institutions are increasingly turning to a powerful solution. – Patient Feedback Patient feedback serves as a beacon, providing invaluable insights that illuminate the path toward refining operational strategies within healthcare settings.
BirdEye
DECEMBER 25, 2023
Have you ever come across an imposter Facebook page related to your business, a page you did not create? That’s what we call an unofficial Facebook page. Why should you care? These pages can confuse your customers and hurt the online reputation management you’ve worked so hard to build. In this blog, we dive into a topic that might seem niche but is incredibly important for any brand on Facebook.
SurveySparrow
DECEMBER 29, 2023
When it comes to business competition, offering an exceptional customer experience (CX) is an absolute must. An outstanding CX is the heart of customer retention and a key strategy for customer acquisition. To ensure your business consistently delivers an impressive CX, a well-structured plan, or a customer experience roadmap, is vital. This article aims to walk you through a step-by-step process of building a customer experience roadmap, setting you on a course towards establishing an immersive
Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron
2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt
Opinionator
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Key Takeaways: Streamlined Restroom Alerts for Facility Teams Cleanliness matters: A 2023 study by the American Restroom Association revealed that 73% of customers judge a business based on the cleanliness of their restrooms. A clean restroom directly impacts brand perception, customer satisfaction, and revenue. Smart restroom technology has developed to improve restroom standards but have smart […] The post Restroom Alerts Simplified: Cell Phones Beat Costly Monitoring Systems appeared fi
Kustomer
DECEMBER 28, 2023
The AI/CX Virtual Summit 2023 , hosted by Kustomer on December 12th, marked a significant event for customer experience (CX) professionals and enthusiasts. The summit, with its rich content spread over 15+ hours, was not merely a virtual conference; it was a gathering of ideas, discussions, and insights from leaders around the ecosystem. The significance of the event was really about its timing, as it came at a moment when AI is changing quickly and every technology company and agency is trying
BirdEye
DECEMBER 25, 2023
LinkedIn stands alone as a haven for business growth. As per LinkedIn’s official statistics, more than 61 million companies are listed, but creating a business page isn’t enough. If your LinkedIn Business Page is gathering dust like an old yearbook, it is time to transform it into a lead-generating powerhouse. As per Demandsage, LinkedIn users who see business and acquisition messages are six times more likely to convert.
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