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A History of Customer Support Technology

Team Support

1980s-1990s: The Dawn of CRM Software The next two decades saw the adoption of computerized systems for customer support. Companies started using customer relationship management (CRM) software to manage customer information and interactions. This period also saw the adoption of customer support ticketing systems.

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From Chief Information Officer to Chief Customer Officer, With Brian Lillie – CB60

Customer Bliss

Brian Lillie joined Equinix in August 2008 and has been focused on building business value through strategic and innovative product development and information technology initiatives. Air Force, where he worked in space research and development, satellite operations, and military computers and communications. About Brian.

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Part 3: Helping Companies Build Stronger Customer Relationships

Team Support

Our solution is the vital communication line between them and their customers. By having visibility into the lifecycle of a customer, businesses can proactively nurture revenue opportunities and help deliver the desired outcomes of their customers. CIO Review: What does the future hold for your organization?

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Churn Monster: Black Swan

ChurnZero

There are a lot of unknowns and one of them related to our professional lives is how will this affect Customer Success. A Black Swan churn monster is a customer who is affected by an unforeseen and very unpredictable circumstance with potentially severe consequences and widespread impact. Customer Success Around the Web.

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What the SaaS Collapse Means for Every Leader

Gainsight

The only solution is to consider more scalable ways to reach your customers, including: Automation through digital touches. Pooled approaches to customer success. Peer-to-peer communities to allow clients to help one another. In-app communications to drive customer success from inside your product.

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CX Experts We Love

Wootric

Her She is a customer journey expert whose analysis of customer feedback at key touchpoints has led to product and service enhancements that have delighted customers. Why we love Angus: He’s the Customer Experience Manager at Sendoso and prides himself in “helping people connect the old fashion way.” Angus Yang.

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Expansion Selling Strategies: Tips for SaaS Companies

CSM Practice

It is no surprise that discretionary spending practices lead customers to reconsider whether or not they need to renew or expand certain subscriptions. Since most SaaS companies started after the 2008 financial crisis, this is the first test of the sustainability of the model during the crisis. 3. Changing Customer Priorities.