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How customer support and customer service work hand in hand

Customer support helps users troubleshoot and optimise their use of a product – knowing how it connects to customer service can be a boon for business.

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With so many different ways to offer customer service, whether it be via email, social media,…

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The ubiquity of apps and service across many channels—phone and email, but also chat and platforms like Twitter—has created an expectation among consumers that service be seamless and omnichannel

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Sales forecasting is a key component of any business. Implement correct sales forecasting techniques to improve your business decisions.

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Seven examples of bad customer service (and how to be great instead)

Bad customer service is what happens when a company fails to meet customers' expectations. Get tips for your team to avoid creating poor customer experiences.

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Are customer surveys effective?

How you can learn from customer surveys – without overwhelming customers with them.

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Using AI for better self-service

Business-related AI holds abundant promise, and is changing how we work, travel, and communicate.

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Top 18 customer service metrics to measure

From customer satisfaction to resolution time, these are the key customer service metrics that measure performance and drive revenue.

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Introduction. Total cost of ownership (TCO)—it’s a deceptively straightforward term for a complex, rapidly evolving landscape.

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Why omnichannel support is no fairytale

Omnichannel may feel like a trend or the tech topic of the day, but make no mistake: it is a must-have for any scaling support operation.

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The how-to guide to omnichannel support

An omnichannel approach is unparalleled in terms of operational metrics and meeting customer expectations.

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60+ customer service terms and definitions: the ultimate glossary

Find out the key terms every customer support agent should know with this easy-to-use customer service glossary.

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Customer service structure: how to build an effective support team

Structuring your customer service organisation requires rethinking how to best provide support, what people and skills you need and how you plan to organise it.

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What is customer service?

Customer service is the support you offer customers throughout a business relationship. Today, how we deliver customer service is changing, so make sure your customer service team is ready.

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13 strategies for becoming a customer-driven company

Most business leaders understand that focusing on customer needs plays a key role in whether a…

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10 help desk metrics for service desks and internal help desks

It can be hard to identify the help desk metrics or service desk metrics that really matter for your organisation, but these 10 are a good place to start.

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Conversational support made easy with Zendesk

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Building a best-in-class customer self-service experience

It’s common knowledge that the benefits of self-service for your customers, your team and your company can be significant.