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A History of Customer Support Technology

TeamSupport

Here’s a look back at how customer support technologies evolved over the last century, and a peak at where they’re going next. By the early 1970s, more call-routing systems were beginning to include ACD technology, ushering in the development of large-scale call centers. Ever wonder what customer service looked like 50 or 60 years ago?

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The Future of Marketing: Automation and Predictive Analytics

SugarCRM

Marketing technology moves fast. Marketing automation and predictive analytics are among those game-changers. The best part about automation, however, is that it has opened the door to predictive analytics in marketing. A Closer Look at Predictive Marketing. Let’s take a look at why that is.

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How Technology Is Forging the Future of Sales

SugarCRM

As technology advances, customers have shifted how they make decisions. Organizations trying to drive their sales strategies by looking in the rear-view mirror of customer insights quickly found themselves outmatched by competitors with forward-looking sales strategies. Companies have had to pivot away from the assumed.

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Business intelligence vs. predictive analytics: Turn key differences into advantages

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Think fast: What is the difference between business intelligence and predictive analytics and why does it matter? Business intelligence and predictive analytics are often used interchangeably to describe tools and methods for utilizing data to make informed decisions. What is predictive analytics?

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5 Innovative Ways to Give Your Customers the Personalized Experiences They Want

NGDATA

Brands use innovative strategies like AI-powered personalization, interactive experiences, voice-activated tools, cross-channel personalization, and predictive analytics to stand out. These technologies enhance customer satisfaction, foster brand loyalty, and drive sales.

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3 Ways Growth Leaders Can Use GTM Technology to Their Advantage

SugarCRM

A recent McKinsey study of more over 5,000 companies that ‘outpace’ their peers in building scalable growth found three key similarities in how these firms use Go-to-Market (GTM) technology. GTM technology offers enterprises multiple development opportunities, personalized customer experiences, and drives growth.

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Predictive Customer Service: AI’s Role in Anticipating Needs

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With proper application, this integration: Provides a greater customer experience Delivers a personalized service that can boost customer retention rates Reduces staff burnout Another key benefit of using AI in customer service is the ability to better understand and predict the needs of the customer to address their concerns almost instantaneously.