When it comes to the customer experience, consumer comfort levels with artificial intelligence can vary greatly depending on how the technology is applied. As we shared in a recent ebook, consumers often think AI is ‘creepy’ when it utilizes information they did not directly provide. In other circumstances, however, AI is seen as useful, particularly when it makes recommendations based on past interactions.
In a recent survey conducted by Interactions, we looked at how AI impacts the customer experience in order to better understand how companies can best apply this technology to their benefit. One takeaway from the research that was pretty clear: consumers prefer to interact with conversational AI. In fact, 79% of respondents said that one of the most useful capabilities of AI in providing a positive customer experience is the ability to use conversational words or phrases, as if they were talking to a human, rather than speaking “robot talk”. Additionally, 70% said they prefer interacting with a virtual assistant that has a human-like voice or personality as opposed to a computer-generated voice.
http://customerthink.com/3-revenue-driving-benefits-of-conversational-ai/
Marketers are constantly introducing newer and more sophisticated Customer Experiences (CX). But, how do you ensure that all of your customer touchpoints will align with the promise of these new CX improvements?
Based on our VoC research, we have learned that the brands most successful in making their CS (Customer Service) and back-end processes align beautifully with their front end CX, are those which involve and integrate every department and every employee!
Here are 3 tips to help ensure that your CS matches the promise of your CX:
http://customerthink.com/3-tips-to-ensure-customer-service-matches-your-promised-customer-experience/
By 2025, it is predicted that AI will power 95% of customer interactions. But what does this mean for the client experience industry?
AI technology will likely influence the client journey. While we have already seen iterations of AI in client experiences at work, like automated chatbots and content personalization, but there is still more to come. Read on to learn about three ways that AI will change the future of client experience.
http://learn.g2.com/ai-in-customer-experience/
If your company is looking to generate feedback through a customer satisfaction survey, you’re not alone. In fact, 84 percent of companies report that they actively seek regular input from their consumers, and 89 percent of companies compete directly with other businesses based on the customer experience alone. This data emphasizes the importance of an effective Voice of the Customer (VoC) program, but unfortunately, many organizations are not using VoC programs to their full potential. Far too many businesses collect the feedback then forget about it during the decision-making process, and all of that rich, relevant data about the consumer experience is wasted.
https://www.quicktapsurvey.com/blog/3+VoC+KPIs+You+Need/
Halloween is slowly creeping up on us. There’s that subtle hint of pumpkin spice lingering in the air, costumes filling up all of the party stores and of course, the most quintessential Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus has taken up the number one spot on Netflix. With all of this Halloween fever around us, we simply couldn’t resist adding a little Halloween ‘flair’ to our blog. So – in light of the holiday – we want to emphasize several ways online feedback can prevent your customers from having a ‘scary’ customer experience!
But before we begin, it’s important that you become acquainted with the most common ‘horrors’ (or irritations) that online customers often encounter; horrors that can tarnish the customer experience and ultimately (if not resolved), put these customers off to your brand...
https://mopinion.com/3-ways-online-feedback-can-prevent-a-scary-customer-experience/
When it comes to bolstering consumer relationships, loyalty is often the first phrase that comes to mind. The ultimate building block, however, lies in brand affinity, or the emotional connection consumers have towards their favorite brands. When properly leveraged, affinity can help deepen consumer engagement and inspire long-lasting loyalty.
Increasingly, the brands that best resonate with consumers are those that create exemplary experiences—prioritizing personalization, meaningful rewards and seamless interactions. In a crowded marketing landscape, these trends are essential in setting brands apart and igniting brand affinity. A recent survey of consumers around the brands they purchase from most frequently, honed in on what brand affinity looks like, the factors that strengthen consumer ties, and how others can create experiences that move the needle.
Here are three ways to build brand affinity:
https://www.chiefmarketer.com/3-ways-ignite-brand-affinity-build-loyalty/
When was the last time you sat back, hands resting behind your head and though, "I think we’ve totally nailed our approach to Customer Experience?”
I’m going to guess it’s not something you think often/ever. What your customers want is complicated - and it’s changing all the time. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to achieve.
Not every CX success comes from a significant initiative or programme. Sometimes, it's the little tweaks and quick wins that can boost your approach and the subsequent results.
Here are four quick wins to prioritise, to help you nail your approach to Customer Experience.
http://ravingcontent.rantandrave.com/4-quick-wins-to-move-your-cx-programme-to-the-next-level/
Voice of the Customer (VoC) is much more than an actual voice. It is a combination of voices captured at various customer touch points. It is an intricate process used to capture both quantitative and qualitative information from customers. Information such as their requirements, preferences and feedback; in other words, a gold mine of data! This information is what you’re supposed to be using to chisel away what the customer don’t want and deliver the best quality product or service. What you may think is an excellent addition to your product or service may be an annoyance to the customer, and the VoC helps you identify that – forcing you to look at things from the customers’ perspective.
http://www.customerguru.in/4-simple-steps-to-make-the-most-of-the-voice-of-the-customer-voc/
Customer experience. I am sure you’ve discussed improving your CX at least once this year—and if you haven’t you probably should. The truth is, 2018 is the year of the customer experience and customer satisfaction. Why? According to Salesforce, 75 percent of consumers expect a consistent experience wherever they engage and 87 percent of consumers think brands need to do more to provide a seamless experience.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/danielnewman/2018/04/25/4-technologies-driving-the-future-of-customer-experience/#5e88404d3089/
To help you meet shopper expectations this holiday season (and the next!), we’ve gathered a few tips that will ensure the delivery of a winning digital customer experience as well as keep your customers coming back to you year after year. Curious what they are?
http://mopinion.com/tips-digital-customer-experience-this-holiday-season/
