Customer Service Articles

John Tschohl, founder and president of the Service Quality Institute, emphasizes that true customer service excellence extends beyond speed, courtesy, and great products—it hinges on empowerment..

Gartner unveiled their top strategic technology trends for 2026 — and it’s all about AI and security in a hyperconnected world. Think AI supercomputers, digital trust, and pre-emptive cybersecurity..

Security should feel like a seatbelt, not a speed bump. Add too much friction and users bail. Add too little and fraud creeps in. The good news, you can strike a smart balance. Here, we bring you a simple plan..

Robotic support drains patience. Long queues, loops of the same question, and cold replies make people bail. You can fix that with automation in customer service that feels fast, helpful, and kind..

Here we explore the core strategies that set elite hospitality brands apart. We will examine how their focus on personalized service, employee empowerment, and unwavering attention to detail can advance CX..

The key to unlocking the full potential of data lies in achieving seamless data integration through a unified single source of truth (SSOT). This approach ensures that everyone in your organization uses the same data..

Self-service has become a cornerstone of modern customer experience. Customers want flexibility and control, and companies want efficiency at scale. Bryan Cheung, CMO at Liferay, explains..

Today, many people use AI every day at work, including in the hospitality sector, says Conor McCarthy, co-founder of digital restaurant management platform, Flipdish. Here, he explores how restaurants can use AI..

In this article, you will learn three practical ways to handle escalated calls. First, use empathy and tone control to calm the moment. Second, use a simple framework to guide the talk. Third, offer clear solutions…

HEARD stands for Hear, Empathize, Apologize, Resolve, Diagnose. Used well, it leads to calmer calls, faster fixes, and higher CSAT. Here, you’ll learn what HEARD is, why it works across phone, chat, email, and social..

When managers prioritize well-being, it signals that the organization values employees as people. Raz Dar, CEO of Elvee, explains how to build better workplaces through smarter management..

A business promises fast delivery. Customers expect it. So when a delivery takes a wrong turn, it isn’t just an inconvenience. It’s a direct hit to trust. This is where smarter management of fleets enters the picture..

Here we’ll explore the three main approaches — onshoring, offshoring, and nearshoring — and break down which model might be the best fit for your business goals, customer expectations, and operational needs..

A business’ reputation among customers, employees, and business partners is key. In this article, Jack Metallinos, founder of All Occasions Tents, reveals some surefire ways to maximize your business’ reputation..

The phrase “happy to help” has become the default response in professional and personal interactions. Overusing this expression can make communication feel scripted and impersonal. Here are some alternatives..

Today, on World Mental Health Day, we examine the causes and effects of customer service on mental health and the actions we can take as customer service managers to safeguard mental well-being..

Ahead of World Mental Health Day, a new Workplace Emotional Safety Report from career platform Zety reveals that despite growing awareness, many employees still feel unable to express emotional distress at work..

Certinia analyzed over 4,000 quarterly earnings reports from 430+ of the world’s top public services firms for their inaugural 2025 Public Market Pulse report. The findings show a clear and widening gap..