Comm100

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Businesses today thrive on efficiency, and the customer service domain is no exception. With the rise of technology, businesses have started to adopt customer service automation software to scale their operations without ballooning headcount. What is customer service automation software?

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SugarCRM

APRIL 16, 2024

These bottlenecks can negatively impact the bottom line, from fluctuating demand and inventory mismanageme nt, t o logistical inefficiencies and customer service issues. However, by leveraging CRM applications, businesses can effectively address these challenges, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

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Shep Hyken

JANUARY 28, 2022

This week we feature an article by Joy Gomez, founder of Field Promax , a company that helps organizations streamline and standardize their workflow, manage teams, communicate with customers, process work orders digitally, and grow their business. He shares the 5 ways a CRM can influence the customer and business part of your organization.

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SugarCRM

OCTOBER 26, 2023

With the proper set of tools and features, CRM software can become an essential part of operating a business. It can help you save time, boost sales , and cultivate extraordinary relationships with customers and prospects by offering you critical insights into their journey from prospect to buyer to returning customer.

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SugarCRM

JANUARY 4, 2021

After completing hundreds of CRM deployments for companies in a wide array of industries, we have found that there are three primary reasons why companies ultimately deploy CRM. CRM systems are great at storing, synthesizing, and presenting information from a wide array of sources within the enterprise. Efficiency.

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SugarCRM

MARCH 17, 2022

Constellation Research evaluated over 70 solutions in the sales force automation market and leveraged information from clients, partners, customer references, vendor selection projects, market share, and internal research in order to determine the ShortList designees. SugarCRM Awarded “Best CRM Platform” in CX Today’s Inaugural CX Awards.

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SugarCRM

OCTOBER 18, 2021

I was listening today to one of my favorite industry podcasts called CRM Playaz , hosted by two intelligent dudes, Paul Greenberg and Brent Leary. At the front end of the show, they debated the topic of “is it CRM or CX?” Many in the (legacy) CRM industry have recast the sector as the CX industry. Here’s the gist of the debate.

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MattsenKumar

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As organizations grow, outsourcing customer service has become necessary to ensure customer satisfaction. The expansion of organizations brings forth new challenges that require the expertise of a skilled customer service team to provide optimal solutions.

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SugarCRM

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

We were extra excited to speak with Andres this week to understand more about how a sales- and service -centric approach to growth is paramount to the logi stical side of sales operations for organizations looking to create a well-oiled go-to- market (GTM) machine. The Winning Framework to Building a Sales Team and Hitting Your Targets 1.

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Comm100

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The customer service world continues to develop, and each new year can mean a sea change in changing consumer expectations. As new customer service trends arrive, service that was once considered exemplary might no longer meet the growing customer demand. Proactive customer engagement takes off. “By

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Zendesk

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Zendesk found that 90 percent of business leaders acknowledged their organizations have to do more to support conversational customer experiences. But there is a silver lining—enter conversational CRM. What is conversational CRM? The customer journey is no longer linear. How a modern CRM can help.

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Ameyo Callversations

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software is considered to be the heart of every growing business. The CRM software market is one of the largest and fastest-growing markets in the world. Here’s something to ponder: The global CRM market is projected to grow from $58.04 billion in 2021 to $128.97 billion in 2028.

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Shep Hyken

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

She discusses the difference between transactional and relational customer service. Effective customer service should contribute to a positive relationship between the organization and the customer. Beyond convenience, customer service should develop customers’ sense of belonging and recognition.

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CommBox

MAY 11, 2022

Customer service. Because keeping your customers happy isn’t just good for your karma. A whopping 93% of customers will make repeat purchases from companies that offer excellent service, while 83% feel more loyal to brands that respond to – and resolve – their complaints. It’s good for your bottom line, too.

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Fonolo

APRIL 6, 2021

Don’t let your business fall short when it comes to delighting customers with great customer service. Every time a customer interacts with one of your sales associates or call center agents, the outcome will impact how shoppers perceive your retail brand. Upsell products that match a customer’s need.

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SugarCRM

AUGUST 29, 2023

According to a recent report we conducted, 33% of the respondents claimed that the most important part of the buying journey over the last five years is customer service and creating upsell/cross-sell opportunities. Any upgrade, enhancement, or premium version of your products/services is an upselling opportunity.

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Shep Hyken

JULY 19, 2021

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Internal Customer Service: What You Must Know by Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead. Here are 18 of the most reliable ways to make sure your internal customer service is up there with the best. by Mary Drumond.

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SugarCRM

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

CRM is a multi-billion-dollar industry estimated to reach a by 2027. CRM solutions are now considered an essential investment for delivering excellent customer experiences in the long term. We also don’t have a clear picture of what causes the poor customer experiences impacting customer churn, satisfaction, and retention.

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SugarCRM

DECEMBER 18, 2020

While many businesses fall short with a lackluster onboarding program, many more are using technology solutions like CRM to help them both implement and monitor the initiatives. When put to work as an extension of CRM’s core functionality, a workflow or campaign centered around the new customer experience is a true game changer.

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CommBox

MARCH 27, 2022

AI-based systems provide more aggregated information after each interaction with a customer. 9 Benefits of Using Customer Service Bots. Omnichannel communication platforms like CommBox can assist you in building chatbots and utilizing them for customer service across channels. . Users get answers faster.

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UJET

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

AI (artificial intelligence) customer service tools weren’t designed to replace your agents. They were designed to help your agents deliver a better customer experience. AI customer service tools streamline repetitive and/or time-consuming tasks and workflows so your agents can focus on what they’re best at: helping people.

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Comm100

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Customer service isn’t easy, but new technologies are making it easier. With artificial intelligence like chatbots, brands can serve more customers faster than ever before – all the while keeping a high level of service quality. If you’ve thought about integrating chatbots but are not sure where to start, read on.

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Aquire

AUGUST 30, 2021

If we had to pick one thing (apart from freshly baked goods), it’d be personalized customer service. Thanks to their lower sales volumes, small businesses can easily get to know who their customers are and what they want. What is personalized customer service? Why should I personalize customer service?

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Zendesk

DECEMBER 8, 2021

With consumers spending more time online than ever before, companies have had to rethink their customer service experience. Businesses need to gain a clear understanding of the type of digital interactions customers want instead of relying on intuition. The impact of great customer service. Sitel Group ).

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Hodusoft

JULY 21, 2022

How can insurance companies improve customer service? Modern customers today expect a fast, efficient, and seamless service. As per Capgemini’s Digital Transformation Institute , 8 in 10 customers are willing to spend more with an organization for a better customer experience.

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SugarCRM

JUNE 22, 2023

IoT and CRM: Better Together IoT is the connection of devices via the internet, while CRM is the collection of customer data through data mining with the purpose of providing useful insight into customer behavior for marketing and sales purposes.

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Aquire

JULY 30, 2021

With more and more consumers switching to online shopping, ecommerce customer service has become a focal point for most businesses. Every online customer knows they can share reviews across a range of different social media platforms. In one negative post from a dissatisfied customer, lies the potential to ruin your brand image.

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SugarCRM

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In today’s business landscape, it’s hard to find an organization that operates without CRM tools, even in its primitive forms. However, with recent technological advancements, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) capabilities have become infused in all sorts of tools, and CRMs are no exception.

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SugarCRM

JUNE 10, 2021

How you set up your CRM to collect, store, and process data is more important than you think. Mandatory fields are an excellent way to ensure proper data quality inside your CRM. In the long run, having strong data quality protocols plays a huge role in customer experience and your customer’s perception of your brand.

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SugarCRM

JANUARY 26, 2023

The CRM mobile market makes no exception, with a demand for mobile-based CRM accounts for nearly 27% of the global CRM market. As a powerful dynamic tool, any CRM software must ensure the same functionality on mobile devices (e.g., The global mobile application market is continually rising , as it was valued at $106.27

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Win the Customer

APRIL 6, 2017

Customer relationship management software has become an essential sales tool for businesses. The global CRM market grew 12.3 As CRM use has grown more widespread, the number of CRM options available to businesses has proliferated. In today’s sales environment, mobile capability is essential for an effective CRM tool.

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SugarCRM

APRIL 27, 2023

By now, we all know that CRM tools can streamline processes and facilitate operations within businesses. Although it first focused on sales automation and contact management, recently, it’s become a way of elevating customer experience. However, deploying a CRM tool will not guarantee a seamless CX or increased revenue.

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Comm100

AUGUST 1, 2023

Personalization in customer service – What is it and how to deliver it 71% of consumers expect companies to deliver personalized interactions, according to the latest McKinsey & Co. In today’s digital world, delivering exceptional customer service is paramount to gaining a competitive edge.

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Zendesk

JANUARY 25, 2021

Brands are sharing Stories, messaging influencers, and providing customer service on Instagram. The bottom line is that buyers are willing and waiting to connect with your customer service team on Instagram. Tracking brand mentions and customer feedback in Instagram posts. And 73% of U.S.

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CommBox

MARCH 2, 2022

As a business owner, you must provide excellent customer service. By helping customers out in any way you can, you help improve relationships with existing customers who, in turn, will swear their loyalty to your brand. But customer service isn’t just about answering questions from emails and phone calls.

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UJET

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

AI (artificial intelligence) customer service tools weren’t designed to replace your agents. They were designed to help your agents deliver a better customer experience. AI customer service tools streamline repetitive and/or time-consuming tasks and workflows so your agents can focus on what they’re best at: helping people.

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Zendesk

JUNE 17, 2022

According to the Zendesk Customer Experience Trends Report 2022 , 61 percent of consumers will walk away from a company after just one bad customer service experience. By prioritizing high-touch customer service, you and your support agents will be well-positioned to build and retain meaningful customer relationships.

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