Upstream Works

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Not only have the times changed, but so have the technologies – both have yielded a new dynamic between customers and businesses. Competition is more intense now, and businesses cannot take customers for granted. The rise of digital technologies has enabled a new kind of customer service – digital experiences.

Technology 78

Technology Contact Center Customer Service Social Media 78

InMoment XI

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In the rapidly changing consumer market, the highest customer-rated Integrated CX company, InMoment, took a bold and proactive approach. Engaging with positive and negative feedback consistently, across a vast number of locations, shows that scalability is possible with a small team if the approach is thoughtful and customer-centric.

Hospitality 260

Hospitality Call Center Retail NPS 260

InMoment XI

APRIL 3, 2024

The customer experience—how buyers feel about their collective interactions with a brand—defines and motivates customer action. It sets the tone for the entire company/consumer relationship. Digital experience (also called digital customer experience or abbreviated as DX ) is an extension of traditional customer experience.

Customer Expectations 260

Customer Expectations 2024 Touchpoint Omnichannel 260

InMoment XI

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The coming year is no exception, as consumers across the globe plan to make travel a priority, despite ongoing economic uncertainty. According to a recent report, 81% of consumers plan to travel the same amount or more in 2024, compared to 2023. Instead, 71% of consumers expect personalization from the businesses they choose.

Hotels 260

Hotels Guest Experience Travel 2024 260

TechSee

JUNE 9, 2020

And according to data from a new COVID-19 customer service survey, the Turners are not alone. Consumers are uncomfortable with allowing technicians into their homes. Consumers are more willing to do things themselves via remote visual assistance.

Consumers 109

Consumers Innovation Technology Customer Service 109

Kustomer

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Optimal customer service is a must for companies that want a stellar reputation that keeps business flowing. In fact, according to our own research , 79% of consumers say customer service is extremely important when deciding where to shop, so delivering on consumer expectations has never been more important.

Consumers 80

Consumers Retail E-support Competitive Advantage 80

Think Customers

JANUARY 21, 2022

In response to these changes, consumer expectations are higher than ever—not just for merchandise but for convenience, personalized customer service, and an excellent customer experience. And some trends, such as consumer expectations of inclusive, sustainable brands, are still gaining steam.

Retail 64

Retail Customer Expectations Omnichannel 2022 64

Talkdesk

MARCH 30, 2021

Retail customers and CX professionals talked, we listened; here’s what they said. The line has officially blurred between digital and in-store experiences for consumers. We learned that: 58% percent of customers felt their last retail experience was not personalized for them.

Contact Center 91

Contact Center Retail Customer Expectations Download 91

InMoment XI

AUGUST 17, 2023

By using the Net Promoter Score system as your compass, you can gain a better understanding of what drives customer loyalty and satisfaction. Net Promoter Score Driver #1: Deliver on Product Quality and Innovation Customer experience plays a crucial role in driving great product quality and innovation. Take The Lead!

Net Promoter Score 493

Net Promoter Score NPS Customer Satisfaction 2023 493

West Monroe

JULY 5, 2023

Read on to learn what can happen when trust goes wrong—and what organizations can do to bolster their operational technology and subsequently their customers’ trust. Severe weather conditions—and outdated technology. Customer distrust and significant financial loss. The result?

Technology 52

Technology Airlines 2023 2022 52

InMoment XI

APRIL 11, 2022

After a whirlwind of COVID-spurred digital transformation, rapid brand expansion, and supply chain woes, consumer expectations and their relationships with e-commerce brands have changed before our eyes. So what can these brands do to get ahead of customer expectations? The key is to dive into your customer data.

E Commerce 493

E Commerce Roadmap Customer Care 2021 493

InMoment XI

AUGUST 3, 2023

However, through the application of advanced technologies like Natural Language Processing (NLP), voice analytics, and predictive customer analytics , companies can now unlock the hidden potential of unstructured data, gaining deeper customer insights and improving decision-making processes.

Customer Insights 488

Customer Insights Insights White Paper Social Media 488

InMoment XI

MARCH 6, 2024

Customer-centric companies are 60% more profitable than companies that don’t focus on customers. For organizations of any size, managing CX can be a complex and challenging process that involves executive commitment, strategy, and integration of technology. A brand is no longer what we tell the consumer it is.

Customer Experience 260

Customer Experience Social Media Customer Centricity Feedback 260

Beyond Philosophy

MAY 1, 2021

The Verint Customer Engagement Cloud Platform draws on the latest advancements in AI and analytics, an open cloud architecture, and The Science of Customer Engagement to meet ever-increasing, ever-shifting consumer interactions and demands. A massive gap exists. Click here to learn more. How can we help?

Customer Expectations 60

Customer Expectations 2021 Consulting Customer Relationships 60

Qualtrics

JUNE 22, 2020

Customer satisfaction reflects the expectations and experiences that the customer has with a product or service. Consumer expectations reflect both past and current product evaluation and user experiences. Explicit Expectations. Static Performance Expectations. Dynamic Performance Expectations.

Customer Expectations 59

Customer Expectations Customer Satisfaction 2012 Reference 59

CSM Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Customer expectations around delivery are changing. This movement has also highlighted a consumer requirement for improved communications. This is frustrating, and customers and retailers can only resolve it through improved communication with each other. No longer does a three to five-day delivery window suffice.

Customer Expectations 52

Customer Expectations E Commerce 2030 Retail 52

Win the Customer

JUNE 7, 2016

From automated purchasing and shipping to simple returns and mobile-friendliness, these are the modern conveniences your online customers expect from your business. Today’s customer expects a lot. Online shoppers expect even more. And their expectations should not be ignored. Your customers expect it.

Customer Expectations 90

Customer Expectations 2014 Social Media 2018 90

Win the Customer

AUGUST 1, 2015

Like many aspects of business, customer service is an ever-evolving part of everyday operations that is constantly changed by developments in technology.

Technology 136

Technology Customer Service Customer Expectations Consumers 136

Joe Rawlinson

JUNE 1, 2016

As Internet speeds increase and technology becomes more sophisticated, customer expectations of companies’ online performances have also risen. corporate executives said their customers’ service expectations were higher than three years ago, while 35 percent said they were much higher.

Customer Expectations 108

Customer Expectations Multi-Channel 2015 Social Media 108

BlueOcean

OCTOBER 4, 2023

We would wager, that even with the evolution of AI, brands serving consumers in the Americas will continue to benefit from providing support in French, Spanish, and, for some organizations, Portuguese through a live agent model. The impact of bilingual support on the customer experience cannot be understated. It’s our thing.

Contact Center 310

Contact Center Customer Care Average Handle Time Consumers 310

Solvvy

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

This singular focus on stellar customer service ensures that nearly every customer becomes a raving fan for life: 75 percent of purchases come from repeat customers. Want to deliver Zappos-level customer service? You shouldn’t wait for customer complaints to roll in to realize when you’re getting things wrong.

Customer Expectations 64

Customer Expectations Customer Service Average Handle Time Net Promoter Score 64

Interactions

APRIL 16, 2024

How Can the Bar be Raised to Surpass Customer Expectations? In a world of high demands and countless inquiries, meeting consumer expectations isn’t just a goal; it’s a commitment. Customers no longer dread contacting customer service – every interaction is personal, efficient, and effective.

Customer Care 62

Customer Care Omnichannel Metrics Innovation 62

Avaya

APRIL 12, 2019

If consumers can dim the lights, check the weather, and change the TV channel just by speaking, why can’t they request a refund or check the status of a flight in the same effortless way within your IVR? Many Interactive Voice Response systems (IVRs) haven’t caught up to these high expectations. Your customers expect it.

Customer Expectations 75

Customer Expectations Call Center Contact Center Customer Satisfaction 75

Answer Dash

JUNE 12, 2018

Customer expectations are at an all-time high, according to the Salesforce State of the Connected Customer report, released this week. Vala Ashfar, Chief Digital Evangelist at Salesforce, states: “In 2018, technology is more ingrained in the customer experience, and trust has moved to the forefront of consumer minds.”

Customer Expectations 61

Customer Expectations 2016 Customer Service Representative 2018 61

Experience Investigators by 360Connext

APRIL 23, 2024

The landscape of consumer expectations is constantly evolving, and understanding the value of customer experience has emerged as a cornerstone for businesses aiming to sustain growth and maintain a competitive advantage. And they will be rewarded for that focus on the customer!

ROI 143

ROI CEM Net Promoter Score Customer Experience 143

Interactions

JUNE 10, 2022

Customers are busy and self-service provides a fast and efficient way for them to get things done. Consumers also recognize the benefits of using automated systems. In our recent survey, customers noted that when using an automated system, they see benefits such as: The convenience to get tasks done when they want to take care of them.

Consumers 62

Consumers Multi-Channel Virtual Agent Contact Center 62

Tricia Morris

OCTOBER 1, 2015

The 2015 Global State of Multichannel Customer Service Report published by Parature, from Microsoft and Microsoft Dynamics CRM shows that geography does play a role in customers’ views on service. Multichannel customer service is good, but omnichannel customer service is desired.

2015 97

2015 Customer Expectations Customer Service Poor Customer Service 97

Solvvy

JANUARY 7, 2020

In order to make sure your customer experience is more Zappos than Verizon, you’ll need to focus on understanding customer expectations in your industry so that you know how to beat them. Start with a Customer Expectations Survey. Customer satisfaction: 85%. Build a Customer Support Strategy.

Customer Expectations 48

Customer Expectations Average Handle Time Social Media Omnichannel 48

CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Despite a rise in digital interactions, the phone call still holds a special place in consumer hearts. Graeme Meikle at Calabrio highlights 3 areas to make sure agents are speaking your customers’ language. Recently, Calabrio surveyed 250 consumers around the world and the results were impressive. It’s good to talk!

Consumers 52

Consumers 2022 Social Media 2021 52

PK

APRIL 16, 2020

Technology-driven solutions have transformed banking and finance over the past few years. Post-recession demand from consumers for greater transparency, mobility and digital connectivity has driven advancements, but risk management, compliance and cost optimization remain top concerns for today’s banks. About the author.

Financial 52

Financial Consumers Banking Virtual Agent 52

Centercode

MARCH 4, 2021

Every year, Consumer Reports tests thousands of products — from cars, to laptops, to WIFI-enabled speakers and appliances — and grades them on a scale of 0 to 100. A trusted source of unbiased product testing , their mission is to make it easier for consumers to make well-informed buying decisions. How do customers see the product?

Consumers 81

Consumers Customer Satisfaction Technology Connections 81

Eptica

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

Date: Friday, February 5, 2016 Meeting Millennial Customer Expectations. This requires a new mindset in many companies as they realize that achieving customer service success is a journey, rather than a box that can be ticked. Published on: February 05, 2016.

Customer Expectations 51

Customer Expectations Social Media Contact Center 2015 51

West Monroe

MAY 17, 2023

Forward-thinking technology has become table stakes for all banks, especially given the rapid growth of fintech companies shaping the market. Fintechs, digital currencies, and neo banks are creating an increasingly fragmented industry with a myriad of digitally forward options for consumers. With upwards of $4.7 With upwards of $4.7

Banking 52

Banking Technology Innovation Roadmap 52

Kustomer

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Today’s customers choose to shop at specific companies because of affordability, luxury, believing in what the brand stands for, the quality of the product, etc. However, with 79% of consumers saying customer service is extremely important when deciding. What Are Today’s Top Customer Service Expectations?

Customer Service 98

Customer Service Omnichannel Social Media Customer Expectations 98

Kustomer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Every consumer has a different expectation as to how they believe they should be treated by organizations they do business with. But while we all have our minute differences, it is also true that consumer expectations generally shift with the times, and have clear generational differences.

Consumers 52

Consumers Call Center Customer Expectations Download 52

Interactions

MARCH 28, 2024

It essentially means businesses must continually evolve processes, technologies, and strategies to meet changing customer expectations and market dynamics. 94% of consumers say they expect better customer service than they currently receive. Yet, many aren’t delivering.

Contact Center 62

Contact Center Innovation Consumers Interaction 62