(Editor’s note: This post was originally published in 2017 and has recently been updated to reflect more accurate and up-to-date information) A virtual call center is a contact center whose customer support agents or sales reps work remotely. Instead of working from an on-site business location, virtual agents help customers from a different third-party location, […]
(Editor’s note: This post was originally published in May 2018. It has been updated with relevant information and additional context) In today’s world of indirect, text-based communication, many conversational skills are underdeveloped. However, the telephone is still a vital business tool, critical to both sales and customer service professionals. To truly excel in these careers, […]
In the past week, you’ve probably conducted a financial transaction through Adyen’s unified commerce payments platform without knowing it. With customers ranging from tech giants like Airbnb and Spotify to retail staples like Gap, Adyen is the unsung hero behind billions of dollars in payments each year. Since they process all common payment methods and […]
All great relationships require work. That’s why we recently invited NYC’s best and brightest CX pros to our office for an event focused on taking customer relationships to the next level. We teamed up with our friends at Greenhouse, Untuckit and Flatiron Health to to lead a candid conversation about what brands can do to inspire long-term customer loyalty. […]
Gone are the days when every employee stuck around long enough to celebrate their 10th anniversary. Today’s top talent has their pick of options when it comes to places to work — and they know it. So how do you attract the best when you’re competing against a crowd of other employers ? Well, sometimes […]
Keeping employees motivated takes effort and practice. Although it may be hard to spot, and even harder to quantify, low morale can trip up even the hardest working teams. This is a serious issue in Customer Service and Support teams that rely heavily on teamwork to keep customers happy. While it’s common to have one […]
Plans, Predictions, Insights, and Opinions From 475 Customer Support Leaders Purpose This survey provides a detailed (and timely) answer to a two-part question: What are the issues today’s customer support leaders care about the most? How are they designing their customer support strategies as a result? Methodology Data in this report comes from a February […]
Technology has made it easier than ever to list or book a homestay experience. But these more intimate accommodations also require more trust than a traditional hotel transaction. Homeowners must trust that the time and money they personally invest in preparing their property will be rewarded with a safe and reliable revenue stream. Tenants must […]
Millions of men over the age of 30 are currently suffering from an embarrassing condition. Perhaps you’ve already heard about it in a TV or radio ad. We’re talking, of course, about the sloppily untucked dress shirt. (Yes, that Casual Friday staple seen in offices around the country.) Thankfully, one of Aircall’s New York City […]
Months of stress, pounds of paper, and waves of regret over whether you could’ve gotten a better deal. Historically, these have been the inevitable side effects of buying or selling a home. Now, one San Diego startup is poised to disrupt that equation with a smart take on a familiar formula. Not only does its […]
The topic of outsourcing customer service can be a difficult conversation to have for a few reasons. Aside from being a universal-punching bag for politicians, it can seem like a huge undertaking, especially for young companies. You may be asking yourself: Is it really necessary? Will I regret this move? Is it too much too […]
Nothing inspires summer vacation plans quite like a winter in Boston. But as 110 inches of snow blanketed the city throughout the 2014-2015 season, one nearby travel agency was struggling to take advantage of local wanderlust. Dangerous driving conditions had forced many Crystal Travel & Tours’ employees to work from home, leaving them disconnected from […]
How would you ship an 85,000-pound excavator from a warehouse outside Omaha to a construction site in Orlando? Traditionally, it’s been a case of choosing the better of two bad options. If you prefer the do-it-yourself route, you can spend the next few days calling carriers, analyzing estimates, and verifying credentials. Or, if time is […]
The future of customer service is certain. Brands will continue to shift away from labor-intensive measures and toward more self-help resources. But if the typical interactive voice response (IVR) system is any indicator, a full transition is still on a long way away. According to one study, 90% of customers who call a company want […]
As it turns out, new consumer-reported statistics have confirmed what we knew all along. According to a recent Oracle survey of 5,028 consumers, 68% said they would buy more from brands that “put service back in customer service.” Right. But what does this mean exactly? 79% Want their issues to be resolved in one interaction […]
I’m always asking questions at work (occasionally aloud, frequently in my head), but I’d say Aircall’s 2018 Customer Support Strategy Survey has been the most productive outlet for my curiosity yet. “What do customer support teams see standing in the way of their success?” “Where will they invest their time, money, and attention?” “How do they […]
Building out a customer support department is like settling an uninhabited island. At first, you and your fellow pioneers must use every resource available to its maximum potential. This plant is good to eat, but it can also be used to make rope This blanket doubles as sun protection during the daytime This product manager […]
Believe it or not, that trendy workspace you just leased in an old textile warehouse is not the most important investment you’ll make in your company. It’s the people in that building who drive growth, manage operations, and give your brand its identity. And when you hire support representatives, your decisions will have a major […]
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