Tag: Customer service

Is your business missing out? 32% of customers want more chatbot interactions in 2025

Vonage has unveiled its latest customer engagement report, which highlights the evolving consumer preferences for business communications and shows the increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing customer interactions. “A highlight of this year’s results is the reinforcement on the...

This week in CX: can AI and humans coexist in CX?

Happy Friday! ‘This week in CX’ brings you the latest roundup of industry news. This week, we’re exploring the growing tension in the work-from-home debate, how Gen Z employees are driving the shift toward remote work, and why adding a human touch...

Can automation enhance your contact centre experience?

A recent Talkdesk report reveals that many contact centres still rely heavily on live agent interactions despite technological advancements. The data highlights key challenges, such as inefficient IVR systems, lengthy hold times, and agents struggling with time-consuming manual tasks, all...

Struggling with AI? Add the human touch, says SupportNinja

The rapid advancement of AI has ushered in an era of possibilities for businesses, particularly in the domain of customer experience. While the potential for AI to streamline processes, personalise interactions and enhance efficiency is undeniable, the critical question remains:...

CX at large: travels of a globetrotting consultant

Welcome to the first post in CXM’s new regular series. A CX-inspired travelogue that keeps tabs on customer experience practitioners as they deliver their services to businesses around the world. First up is Ian Golding, a long-time friend of CXM...

Silos are the root cause of your customer experience challenges 

Chances are you work for an organisation that considers itself “customer centric.” In 2025, most organisations have figured out that building experiences that put the customer first is one of the best ways to create lasting customer loyalty and earn...

Speed vs. support: The customer service love triangle

Many businesses face the dilemma of delivering fast customer service or the right support. Customers think they shouldn’t have to choose. New research from contact centre solutions provider Cirrus shows that long wait times, vague responses, and endless transfers push...

This week in CX: digital wallets, Valentine’s Day spending, and more

Happy Friday! ‘This week in CX’ brings you the latest roundup of industry news. This week, we’re exploring the latest shifts in customer experience, from the rise of digital wallets and AI-driven banking to the impact of emerging technologies like deepfakes and...

How to leave X (Twitter) with your business/brand dignity intact

Many businesses are closing down their X accounts for company alignment or operational reasons. Typical responses focus on the platform’s falling engagement value or the rise of misinformation. Emarketer reported a drop from 8 million to 6 million among UK...

Don’t take a ‘head-in-the-sand approach’ to client feedback

Many startups are so focused on their product vision, they don’t want to hear what customers say about it. Similarly, larger firms often sanitise feedback into generic and useless forms. Therefore, it isn’t a major surprise that legal and other...