SugarCRM

APRIL 19, 2022

Not every customer service inquiry requires a call with a live representative. Consumers seek a customer self-service portal to answer the standard questions that keep their use of your products and services running smoothly. What is Customer Self-Service? Choose their preferred method of service.

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SugarCRM

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

This means customer-facing teams don’t have a clear picture of their customers. As a result, 53% of sales reps are frustrated by the administrative burden, with a massive knock-on effect on customer churn. You need to automatically capture customer data and present it safely and securely in context to everyone who needs it.

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SugarCRM

JANUARY 2, 2018

Before focusing on today’s post, I’d like to wish a Happy New Year to all SugarCRM blog readers. While going through my inbox I saw all kind of predictions and numerous articles from respected publications like: Bots are about to get better at customer support than humans. 2018 will be the year chatbot conversations get real.

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SugarCRM

MAY 7, 2019

Our next version SugarCRM Hint 5.1 Hint provides a wide range of important, useful and actionable insights, uncovering key information at every stage of your sales, marketing, and customer service cycles. focuses on increasing productivity and efficiency, to help you deliver a one-of-a-kind customer experience.

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SugarCRM

JUNE 30, 2022

Reviewers also cite inflexible contracts and poor customer support as less-than-ideal aspects of the platform. And when you need help, past users say customer service is difficult to get a hold of unless you pay extra for technical support. SugarCRM Is the Perfect Fit. Salesforce.

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SugarCRM

JANUARY 8, 2019

Not to be left behind, I opened my browser this morning to an article about Apple that speaks directly to what I see as one of the most important paradigm shifts we will see in the manufacturing industry this decade… manufacturing companies reinventing themselves as services companies.

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SugarCRM

APRIL 21, 2022

Drawing from my own customer and support center interactions at SugarCRM, I have gained a greater sense that customers are choosing to engage on a more empathic basis. Engaging with a customer service/support agent working remotely is not unexpected. Managing that expectation is vital for organizations to address.

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SugarCRM

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Now, some departments like customer service and support may have a different experience, but what it comes down to is the technology that they engage with whether it be the platform in which they communicate or the service software in which they track customer accounts. appeared first on SugarCRM.

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SugarCRM

JUNE 16, 2022

According to figures from PwC , 59% of global consumers feel that companies have lost touch with the human element of customer experience (CX). In contrast, global SugarCRM research found that 58% of companies say their customer churn has increased in the last 12 months. Creating a Holistic Customer Journey.

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SugarCRM

JANUARY 3, 2020

In this article, we’re going to take a look at five software integration trends that have become increasingly important for all types of businesses. From a customer-service perspective, so-called “conversational AI” has the potential to be a total game changer. Here they are: Cloud ERP with CRM. AI Integration. Gamification.

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SugarCRM

JANUARY 21, 2020

We launched several new products, announced exciting acquisitions and introduced the world to a whole new suite of solutions to help companies succeed at marketing, selling and customer service. 20: Welcome to the New SugarCRM! How to cultivate customers for life with better marketing, selling and customer service .

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SugarCRM

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

But the gulf between what many organizations deliver and what customers expect has also widened. The line of who owns customer experience will be expanded in 2022 to involve C-level executives, operations, marketing, customer service, and technology teams. This article was initially published on www.retail.biz.com.au.

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SugarCRM

DECEMBER 2, 2021

There are many touchpoints in a customer relationship where marketing communications can play a vital role. Marketing can help in the customer onboarding process, in a product onboarding process, with regular Voice of the Customer surveys, with customer service satisfaction surveys, or NPS (Net Promoter Score) surveys.

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SugarCRM

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Our research has found that almost three-quarters (71%) of sales and marketing leaders suspect customers are leaving due to poor customer service or experience, and?73% 73% admitted they need to implement customer feedback to improve customer service and experience.

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SugarCRM

JULY 7, 2022

CRMs that use sentiment analysis can automatically redirect sensitive incoming cases to more skilled or senior customer service/support agents. More importantly, your CRM should remove blind spots, enable rich information on the customer, and reduce blind spots and roadblocks.

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SugarCRM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

When you have a customer service or support interaction, would it not be reasonable to send a follow-up email to check if everything’s working correctly? When adding a new contact to an existing customer, it would be good to automatically send them a set of helpful information about how to engage with your company.

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SugarCRM

MAY 5, 2022

A unified view of sales, marketing, and customer service is critical to delivering an optimal CX, but the lack of such a data infrastructure fuels a customer relationship crisis. Customer service teams can then respond in real-time with the next-best-action, allowing for a focus on prioritizing human emotions.

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SugarCRM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

But there still is a question: How can companies make customer data actionable to transition from a reactive to a proactive CX approach? Discover some insights in this article that will help you use AI CRM insights to grow your business and accelerate your CX efforts.

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SugarCRM

AUGUST 25, 2022

Almost three-quarters (71%) of the respondents suspect customers are leaving due to poor customer service or experience. The scary truth is most companies don’t even know they’ve lost a customer until they have moved on into the open arms of a competitor.

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SugarCRM

AUGUST 1, 2023

Predictive AI: Benefits for Customers Because we live fast-paced lifestyles, we also request speed regarding business interactions. This is where predictive AI can come and help you deliver the right level of customer service your audience desires. This blog post is based on an article initially published on Martech Zone.

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SugarCRM

APRIL 7, 2022

So even if you’re selling into just three distinct buying groups, you must find ways to connect them and bridge the critical gaps that often get missed among sales, marketing, and customer service. This article was initially published on B2B Marketing. Let the Platform Do the Work.

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SugarCRM

MAY 23, 2023

These capabilities allow quick case routing and escalation to qualified agents in the issues that your customers encounter. Phone Integration Because we mentioned omnichannel communication previously, we think that phone integration for case management is critical in all organizations.

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SugarCRM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The key will be delivering consistent, personalized experiences that align with customer expectations—the high-definition customer experience their business needs and their customers crave. Customer Centricity. This blog article was initially published in CXBuzz. It’s time to let the platform do the work.

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SugarCRM

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Innovations in AI-driven CRM platforms are helping businesses automate anything, accelerate everything, and predict what’s next – exceeding customer expectations by bridging the data gaps today. This blog post is based on an article initially published on Digital CxO

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SugarCRM

MARCH 28, 2019

What will you do to avoid customer service nightmares and supply chain complications? Customer Want Brand Interaction. When researching products, buyers trust manufacturers far more than they do news sites, industry articles and even subject matter experts. (2). If so, how will you handle relationships with retailers?

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SugarCRM

APRIL 26, 2022

Chatbots can even save businesses up to 30% on customer service costs. In addition to serving customers after normal business hours, automated tools can often perform multiple agents’ tasks without paying them the overhead required for employees. Knowledge base articles allow readers to find answers on their own time.

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SugarCRM

JULY 28, 2022

With just a fraction of our people regularly working today from their local SugarCRM office, I think it’s safe to say that we “get it” now. However, there were challenges along the way, both for many of our customers who were on the same journey and for us. Remote Is the “Old Normal” for Customer Service Teams.

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SugarCRM

DECEMBER 4, 2020

In this article, we’ll take a look at seven benefits that cloud computing provides to your business. Cloud computing solutions have also changed the way businesses provide customer service, with tools like Sugar Serve providing a dedicated way to address customer concerns without risking their business.

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SugarCRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Having had to rethink operational strategy and seek support from digital products and services to stay afloat during the past two years, companies face another scenario—the cost of the misalignment between sales and marketing teams. This blog post is based on an article initially published on TechNative.

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SugarCRM

AUGUST 18, 2022

Having had to rethink operational strategy and seek support from digital products and services to stay afloat during the past two years, companies face another scenario—the cost of the misalignment between sales and marketing teams. This blog post is based on an article initially published in Global Banking and Finance Review.

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SugarCRM

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Churn rate is the percentage of customers who stop using a service within a specific timeframe. It generally is used by businesses that operate on subscription-based service models. According to SugarCRM research , the average customer churn rate is 32% globally, with a whopping 47% in the US!

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SugarCRM

MARCH 12, 2024

This blog post is based on an article initially published on Australian Manufacturing News. By integrating ERP and CRM solutions , manufacturers can improve business performance operations and boost revenue growth.

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SugarCRM

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Your Customers Don’t See Silos. Your monthly reports and KPIs may be delineated by department-specific goals: a pipeline for the sales team, email signups for marketing, better response time for customer service…and the list goes on. But your customers? All they see is your brand.

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SugarCRM

JUNE 12, 2019

Enhanced customer service A great example: CRM records pop up on-screen when customer phone calls come in. Customer support The quickest response times with Salesforce are only available with a Premier support plan or if you are on Ultimate edition. We hope this article has been helpful if you are considering a CRM.

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SugarCRM

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

In that case, it can enable vastly improved customer service and the tailoring of personal offers that will resonate and build ongoing loyalty and repeat business. An integrated platform, such as a CRM system, enables data from different sources to be combined into a powerful customer service tool.

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SugarCRM

JULY 21, 2022

The key is identifying the gaps between what customers expect and what they experience. This includes gathering customer engagement data points, identifying customer sentiment indicators, and tracking customer service performance in real-time. This article was initially published in The Wise Marketer.

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