Upstream Works

JANUARY 26, 2021

Meanwhile, customer expectations have also changed, forcing contact centers to adapt innovative technologies and prioritize digital transformation. Across the board, contact centers need to level-up technological capabilities, including richer reporting, enhanced security and omnichannel functionality to engage with customers in real-time.

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Optimove

OCTOBER 20, 2022

With inflation continuing to run at 40-year high levels, consumers are more careful about getting the most out of their dwindling purchasing power. Any consumers with variable interest rate debt, such as a home equity line, have seen their monthly payments increase in line with the rising interest rates. Less confidence, less spending.

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2020 Research

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

consumers are shifting their attitudes toward banking service providers. Legacy banks must consider how to cultivate consumer loyalty and fight back against challenger banks who are simply doing a better job. The goal was to understand how consumers view their relationship with their bank. This revealed four key findings.

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Upstream Works

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

These drivers will continue into the new year has contact centers strive to meet new customer demands – by upgrading technology while knowing how to deploy the new capabilities. The below three drivers of CX success will help to keep customer loyalty strong as we move into 2021. Supporting a Distributed Workforce.

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Oracle

MARCH 1, 2021

Female innovators in CX technology have shaped the field since the earliest days and continue to create change and exciting new experiences, technology, and ideas. Let’s take a closer look at five female leaders in CX tech you can follow to stay connected to the field’s most insightful leaders and active trailblazers.

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Oracle

APRIL 19, 2021

According to Forbes Insights , 74% of shoppers say that CX is the key factor when deciding whether or not to buy from a company. Commerce in a coronavirus world is causing consumers to rethink how they define an enjoyable, seamless brand experience. More articles like this: 21 CX Predictions for 2021. Definition #6.

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Talkdesk

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Chapter One took place as a virtual event in January, and Chapter Two is currently slated for June 2021 in its customary analog form. . One continuous theme at NRF 2021: Retail’s Big Show—Chapter 1 is “ The Great Compression,” symbolizing the forced digital transformation companies had to endure in 2020. Por qué no los dos?” .

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Kustomer

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

The two-day event was loaded with insights from CX influencers and leaders from the world’s most future-focused brands including Spanx, Delivery.com, Rappi, Ring and more. Read on for our recap of Kustomer NOW 2021, What’s NOW and What’s NEXT in CX. Utilizing the Pandemic as a Launchpad for Innovation. So what do I mean by that?

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2020

As we approach 2021, Michael Tansini at Speechmatics explains how automatic speech recognition can result in better conversations while offering a 360-degree view of customer interactions. In 2021, having better visibility of the insights voice data holds will be essential.

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Stella Connect

DECEMBER 7, 2021

For answers, our team at Stella Connect by Medallia commissioned a research study of more than 2,100 consumers in the US and UK to uncover key drivers of customer sentiment , behavior, preferences, and loyalty. 5 Best Practices from Our 2022 Insights on the Future of Customer Service Report. 5: Agent tone and communication style.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 16, 2021

My Comment: Scaling customer service or CX is about using technology to create a better experience. How Customer Service Technology Helps You Delight and Retain Customers (+ Trends to Follow) by Alejandra Zilak. My Comment: Let’s stay in the technology lane. Top Customer Experience Keynote Speakers for 2021 by Michelle Joyce.

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TechSee

JUNE 25, 2019

of major companies around the world are currently using AI customer service technologies, the second most common use of AI after IT. As the technology matures, many companies will inevitably look for holistic AI solutions that unify customer and operational data to achieve the most valuable and actionable insights.

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CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Verint’s recent survey of more than 5,000 consumers across Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Baby Boomer demographics shows that customer satisfaction scores have fallen for the majority of the 20 banks in our benchmark. And nearly half of consumers over age 41 don’t receive fraud alerts because they don’t know they are available.

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Education Services Group

MAY 12, 2021

I must say, TSIA Interact Spring 2021 event was quite possibly one of the most engaging and insightful virtual events I’ve attended in the CS industry in my career thus far! What experience do customers desire in their journey – is this working with a human, engaging solely with technology – is it both?

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C3Centricity

MAY 25, 2020

Do you believe that using technology to understand customers is the only way today? In today’s data-rich environment I’m not really suggesting that you actually ignore data nor technology! Consumers are adapting their behaviours to the trading of their personal information. And then develop insights and actions.

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Kustomer

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Below are five emerging trends that we predict will shape CX in 2021. But don’t worry, 2021 isn’t going to feature any giant robots wielding machine guns. Two major trends in AI customer service software that will continue to grow in 2021 are chatbots and virtual assistants. Remember, you heard it here first. billion by 2024.

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Bizagi

JANUARY 18, 2021

And while nobody can say for sure what will happen in 2021, one thing we are confident in is that automation technologies are going to continue to boom. Here are our automation predictions for 2021 and the technologies that you need to be investing in this year to set you up for future success. HyperAutomation.

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ShepHyken

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

To do this effectively, remember to focus on the micro, niche groups of passionate consumers. 7 technological advancements in the retail industry to make you say wow by Benedict Clark. My Comment: I wanted to include this amazing list of very cool technological advancements in the retail world. Follow on Twitter: @Hyken.

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delighted

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

In the pre-internet days, department, warehouse, discount, big box, and mom-and-pop stores were where consumers would purchase goods for personal use. Enhancements in technology have led to the growth of ecommerce, making it easier and safer during COVID-19 for businesses to sell retail goods online and across the globe.

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Maru Group

MAY 27, 2021

By Ged Parton, Chief Executive Officer | May 27, 2021. The global pandemic has accelerated digital transformations, fueled technological innovation and investment, and disrupted the workforce in ways that few could have imagined just 18 months ago. Unsurprisingly, rapid change has impacted insights delivery too.

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Think Customers

JANUARY 18, 2021

However, it’s impossible to look ahead without acknowledging the changes that the COVID-19 pandemic has imposed on retail businesses, their partners, and consumer expectations. Consumer response was especially strong when the company livestreamed sessions with a skincare or makeup expert, Ceradini said. There’s no turning back.

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Think Customers

DECEMBER 7, 2021

To prepare for another round of deals, delays, and determination here are 5 key strategies retail customer service can employ to win 2021’s Black Friday. Migrating to cloud contact center services enables your organization to holistically interact with customers in the channels they prefer while optimizing technology, processes, and people.

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Pointillist

JUNE 7, 2021

In 2020, enterprises and consumers were forced to cope with unpredictable circumstances that altered how customers behave, what they want from brands and most importantly, how organizations can meet their evolving expectations. Legacy Technology Makes it Difficult to Meet Consumers’ Expectations for Digital Experiences.

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2021

Reuters Events: Customer Service & Experience 2021 will be returning to the virtual stage on October 5-6th and the event is committed to showcasing the world’s most customer-centric leaders. Reuters Events: Customer Service & Experience 2021 has assembled an unrivalled speaker faculty. Meeting Consumer Demands Head On.

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Currency Alliance

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

2021 will be another year in the long-term journey to become customer-centric, balance the economics of loyalty programs to deliver more value to customers, and ensure the right systems are in place to reduce dependencies on the IT department or vendors. This has accelerated the race to deploy best-in-class technology based on microservices.

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2020 Research

DECEMBER 22, 2022

TD Bank Enables Customer Experience Research Experimentation for Insights Teams. TD Bank leveraged this technology to enhance its consumer insights practice. The platform created an opportunity for TD Bank to create its own research tools, and to identify red flags in insights earlier in the process to save time.

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Maru Group

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

By Stephen Brockway, Chief Research Officer, Maru/Matchbox UK | November 18, 2021. While consumers are aware of some fair-trade products, such as coffee, many have no knowledge of the fruit industry. While many consumers aspire to make sustainable choices, at the point of sale, they often don’t see past their own grocery cart.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2021

New data from Dixa , a leading customer engagement platform, has today revealed that brands are struggling to meet evolving consumer demands and expectations in the realm of customer service. . The cumulative result is that, after just one poor experience, 92% of consumers say they would stop shopping with that brand if they could.

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Oracle

MAY 31, 2021

Now that we’re close to halfway through 2021, we’re looking back at our top-five SmarterCX.com articles from this year. In case you missed these trending topics that captivated our readers, here’s another look at select tips, insights, and trends into customer experience, marketing, and technology.

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BirdEye

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

It’s a daunting task to identify sentiment themes and turn that data into actionable insights that your team can strategically leverage. Agile customer experience programs are the key to success in 2021 and beyond. Get actionable insights for multiple locations. Centralize and optimize customer feedback to fuel growth.

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BlueOcean

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

34% of small-to-mid-sized businesses are expected to spend more on customer experience technology in the next year, but just where those dollars are going requires some digging. Because Amazon is such an industry monolith, it’s incredibly rare to find consumers who aren’t familiar with the Amazon standard of customer experience.

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TechSee

JUNE 16, 2022

By leveraging new technologies such as computer vision , virtual visits and self-service AI-driven solutions, companies have a huge opportunity to turn customers into brand advocates. His Customer Service Foundations course was LinkedIn’s most-watched customer service course in the world in 2021! Follow on LinkedIn.

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TechSee

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

In the first ten months of 2021, AI startups worldwide raised more than $50 billion across more than 2,000 deals — surpassing 2020 levels by 55%. Clearly, companies that generate value from AI consider the technology a worthwhile business transformation initiative. It seems like everywhere you look, AI is trending. Make Sense of Data.

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Clarivate

DECEMBER 7, 2021

A new report from Clarivate, Luxury brands: Re-calibrating brand strategies for a changing world , looks at how luxury brands – long-standing source of aspiration for consumers – are adapting their brand strategies. The days of conspicuous consumption are over and younger consumers are increasingly courted by brands. Luxury today.

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NICE inContact

MARCH 3, 2021

Each year, NICE inContact surveys both consumers and businesses to understand trends in consumer behavior and expectations as well as understand priorities, strategies and technology adoption forecasts from businesses. Last year, we discussed the numerous impacts that the global pandemic had on both businesses and consumers.

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BlueOcean

JUNE 10, 2021

Read on to discover our perspective and insights. From consumers to small businesses to enterprise organizations, there’s no denying that wallets were squeezed in 2020 as the height of the pandemic took its toll. The resources, technology, and human capital it took to keep customer care efforts consistent and effective were monumental.

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Forrester's Customer Insights

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Every autumn Forrester looks ahead to predict the major consumer, business and technology trends that will shape the marketing landscape for the following year. 2020 has been a year of unprecedented political, social, economic and healthcare disruption – and 2021 shows no signs of any of these trends slowing down.

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