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3 Technologies Contact Centers Need in 2021

Upstream Works

As 2021 unfolds, the stakes have never been higher for contact center leaders to invest in the right technologies. Many contact centers still struggle with the limitations of legacy technology and premises-based systems, and the disruption from COVID-19 has intensified the urgency to modernize.

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5 Ways to Automate Contact Centers with AI in 2021

Upstream Works

AI has many valuable uses in the contact center, from providing data and channel options to reducing costs. With AI enabling better forms of self-service, automation can address many contact center challenges with limited cost impact or added strain to the existing pool of agents. Managing Routine Inquiries.

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Evolving CX Beyond the Contact Center

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The term “customer experience” (CX) has gained considerable currency recently, and in many ways has displaced “customer service” as the focal point of the contact center. Here are some implications for contact center leaders to consider in making the right buying decisions.

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3 Ways Cloud Contact Center Solutions Enable Innovation

Upstream Works

It’s easy for contact centers to build a business case for adopting cloud technology – reasons ranging from meeting the needs of today’s customers to finding an economical path to modernizing the contact center. Learn more about our omnichannel contact center solutions here.

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What is a contact center?

ViiBE Blog

What is a contact center? Call Center , Customer experience , Remote operations. July 30, 2021. Considered a relatively new solution, contact center is an omnichannel customer support platform. What is an inbound contact center? How to enhance the contact center experience.

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The Accelerated Need for Digital Transformation in 2021

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2020 brought a lot of changes to organizations and contact centers all over the world. Meanwhile, customer expectations have also changed, forcing contact centers to adapt innovative technologies and prioritize digital transformation. The Accelerated Need for Digital CX in 2021. Embracing Contact Center AI in 2021.

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The best contact center software for your needs

ViiBE Blog

The best contact center software for your needs. Call Center , CRM , Customer experience. August 11, 2021. Contact centers vary widely to suit the needs of a wide range of businesses. A customer-facing company and business-to-business (B2B) sales will have different needs from a contact center.