Mon.Nov 27, 2023

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The next generation: Leveraging customer success to drive value

Totango

“Customer success is driving value to customers. Digital customer success is driving value more efficiently using a software or service that allows companies to grow and deliver value without using excessive resources” – Chris Dishman, SVP Customer Success, Totango. In a recent episode of The Digital Customer Success Podcast , Totango’s SVP of Customer Success, Chris Dishman had an insightful conversation with host Alex Turkovic about digital customer success (CS) hot topics, including health sc

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How to Avoid your CX Initiatives from Being Another flavor of the Month

The DiJulius Group

You’ve spent months executing a new initiative to help streamline things for your team. Manuals have been created, processes have been approved, the collateral has been ordered, and the team may be weary – however, leadership is SO EXCITED for the culmination of this investment. The day arrives, the notice goes out to the team, Read Full Article The post How to Avoid your CX Initiatives from Being Another flavor of the Month appeared first on The DiJulius Group.

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Trends shaping The Forrester Wave™: Customer Success Platforms report

Totango

After several years of relentless pursuit of new business, 2023 made it clear to many companies that growth at all costs is not a sustainable strategy. With acquisition costs proving too high in today’s constrained environment, many businesses are finally putting greater focus on nurturing existing customer relationships to ensure retention and expansion.

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The Promise and Peril of Generative AI

Customer Think

Source: Shutterstock Generative AI has the potential to drive a once-in-a-generation step-change in business performance and productivity, but a recent, first-of-its-kind scientific experiment demonstrates that generative AI can also be a double-edged sword. When used correctly for appropriate tasks, it can be a powerful enabler of competitive advantage.

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The Pragmatic Path to Composability: Adapting to the Future through Modularity

Speaker: Jason Cottrell

Brands used to look for a vendor who could do everything. Over time, one vendor was no longer enough to meet a brand’s needs, and they added, added and added. Now they need all their vendors to work well together. That’s composable, and only some will make the cut. As customers — and your board — expect you to be in new channels and to rapidly adapt to shifts in the market, the need for true composability is more crucial than ever before.

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Harmonizing sales and CS to drive revenue growth and deliver value

Totango

We know that sales and customer success (CS) teams must work together to drive revenue growth and expansion. How teams accomplish this challenging dance, however, is an ongoing question. Totango’s SVP of Customer Success Chris Dishman recently sat down with the Customer Success Collective in an exclusive episode of the CS School Podcast where he offered some keen insights into how to create and foster a harmonious relationship between sales and CS.

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The Wholehearted Traveler and Other 2024 Travel Trends

Customer Think

Back in 2020, we predicted the rise of the Revenge Traveler and the impact it would have on travel and hospitality experience providers. As we approach 2024, we are spotting a new type of traveler on the horizon.

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10 top books about creating a customer culture that delivers

Customer Think

Every company wants to make its customers happy but, in reality, few really succeed. The intentions are there, but the execution tends to be average or even poor, and I believe that customer culture lies at the very heart of that conundrum.

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Jack Henry Connect Takeaways

NGDATA

Jack Henry Connect, the annual educational and technology showcase in Indianapolis, was again a big success. They focused on building connections, solving challenges, and strengthening relationships. And also this year, the event gave attendees new perspectives and insights from colleagues and industry experts: Takeaway One: Customers Expect Personalized Experiences Customers expect more from their banks.

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5 Reasons You Should Offer 24/7 Support to Your Customers

Customer Think

Customer support plays a major role in helping you engage a relevant audience and retain your existing customers. A customer’s journey with you doesn’t end as soon as they purchase your products or services. It starts from there.

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Advantages & Disadvantages of Closed Ended Questions

Zonka Feedback

Closed-ended questions are survey or feedback form questions that provide customers some predefined choices of answers to choose from, which may be in the form of options like Yes or No, ratings from 0 to 10, opinions from Strongly Agree to Strongly Disagree, or a range of options depending upon the context of the question. Basically, the customer is not asked to write their opinion in their own words.

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Turn Payments Into Personalization: Unlock the Value of Transaction Data

Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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How to create an inspired workforce: Articulate

Customer Think

Yesterday I posted the first blog in this series. Over the next several weeks, I will share additional posts to support the efforts of leaders, managers, and supervisors to create an inspired workforce. In summary, the first step is to discover for you.

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4 key lessons from the frontlines of critical customer service

Zendesk

The vast majority of customer service isn’t critical, but that’s not the case for nonprofits working at the forefront of some of the most pressing challenges facing our planet and society today. From connecting refugees with life-saving information to responding to survivors of domestic violence, these teams understand the urgency of a quick, efficient, and empathetic response.

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Common Enterprise Software Implementation Challenges to Avoid

Customer Think

In the modern age of business, the implementation and integration of enterprise software has become an integral part of success. Why? Such implementation facilitates streamlined processes, increased efficiency, and enhanced decision-making capabilities, among other things. All important for running a business, yes? Yes. Unfortunately, implementing enterprise software is easier said than done, i.e.

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Unlocking seamless customer experiences with JYSK 

Logicalware

In the spotlight of Puzzel’s annual event, Elevate ‘23, we delved into the critical realms of customer experience and artificial intelligence. Joined by Tanja Ammentorp, Customer Service Director at JYSK , she gave an exclusive look into the strategies and technologies propelling JYSK to the forefront of customer-centric innovation. JYSK – a Scandinavian retail pioneer Boasting over 3,300 stores and web shops in 48 countries, JYSK’s mission is clear – to be the customer’s preferred choice

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Reimagine Your Communications With A Unified Platform

Cut complexity and boost efficiency while empowering your customers with Nextiva's unified communications platform. Nextiva streamlines workflows and centralizes customer interactions, all while simplifying business collaboration, increasing productivity, and reducing employee burnout.

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The Future of Call Center Services: Digital Transformation and Beyond

Customer Think

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses are constantly seeking ways to stay competitive and meet the ever-increasing demands of their customers. One area where this transformation is taking place is in call center services. Traditional call centers are evolving into highly efficient and technologically advanced hubs that deliver exceptional customer experiences.

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7 Common Challenges in In-App Feedback Analysis

SurveySensum

Imagine you spend most of your time on social media apps because you love sharing pictures. But today you’re unable to upload multiple photos in one post – a technical glitch. Now after a few days, while using the app (as you’re a frequent user), an in-app survey popped up. You leveraged this moment and explained the issue step by step. You gave detailed feedback and suggested making it easier to add multiple pictures and organize them in a single post.

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What’s a marketer’s most powerful tool? Surprisingly, it’s regret!

Customer Think

Every time I turn my television on, I regret it. Is it the programming? Is productivity wasted? Wistful feelings of stardom never pursued? No. I regret buying my Sony TV. The menu system is not very intuitive. It’s slow. The settings seem to change without warning. This bloody thing drives me around the bend.

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Thankful Leadership – Why & How to Develop a Grateful Culture

Customer Think

Five years ago, I posted the following: My parents told me, I told my children, and I suspect they will tell their children two magic words. In the United States, during this time of year, these words play prominently in family gatherings.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Over The Barrel With Dolly – Cracker Barrel Ties National Treasure To Its Rewards

Customer Think

Dolly wants a rockin’ good time. And, being Dolly, she wants you to have one, too. By extending its ongoing relationship with Dolly Parton to its recently launched Cracker Barrel Rewards program, the down-home chain might be hoping to put its competitors over a barrel.