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In this episode of the ACG podcast we explore the future of contact center outsourcing in 2025. We dive into what a modern BPO RFP should include, moving beyond buzzwords like 'white glove service' and 'scalability' to focus on the advanced capabilities and innovations shaping next-gen outsourcing.If you're planning to outsource your contact center operations, this session will provide actionable insights to help you make informed decisions and unlock the full potential of your partnerships. Donโt miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the evolving world of customer experience.
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The way contact centers approach Quality Assurance is undergoing a major transformation, and AI is at the heart of it.
In this episode, we explore how advanced tools are enabling intent analysis, uncovering customer behavior patterns, and streamlining QA processes to deliver more meaningful insights.
Learn how solutions like OttoQa are helping contact centers move beyond traditional scoring models, driving smarter evaluations, and creating better customer outcomes. If you're looking to future-proof your QA strategy, this conversation is a must-listen.Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday are almost here, bringing the year's biggest sales rush! For contact centers, this is the Super Bowl of customer service, and preparation is everything.
In this episode of ACG, we dive into updated best practices to help your team stay ahead, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and handle the holiday sales frenzy like pros. Whether you're looking to optimize staffing, fine-tune your processes, or leverage AI tools to manage the madness, we've got you covered. Get ready to crush this year's holiday sales season!Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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In this episode of ACG, we explore how small and medium-sized businesses can harness authentic artificial intelligence to transform their contact centers without overspending.
With a flood of so-called "AI" products in the market, we help you distinguish genuine solutions from the fakes to ensure you're investing wisely. Learn how focusing on Knowledge Management Systems, smart integrations, and agent-level AI tools can deliver immediate ROI.
Whether you're facing challenges with lower interaction volumes or cost barriers, this episode offers practical strategies to help you compete with industry giants and boost customer satisfaction.
Tune in for actionable insights that make real AI accessible and effective for SMBs.
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Join me for an exciting episode where I take a deep dive into the heart of my latest book, False Hustle. Many contact centers and CX leaders are unknowingly sabotaging their own success by focusing on misguided efforts to appear productive.
In this episode, Iโll be sharing insights on how to break the cycle of false hustle and transform customer experience from the ground up. Weโll explore how to strike the perfect balance between the efficiency of AI and the irreplaceable human touch.
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Practical strategies to improve your contact centerReal-world examples of CX transformationActionable advice to make your customer service a genuine powerhouse of satisfaction and loyaltyWhether you're a contact center pro or just curious about the future of CX, this conversation is one you wonโt want to miss
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In this episode of "Advice from a Call Center Geek," we dive into the challenging world of dealing with angry customers.
The Empathy + Action ComboThe Interruption BusterThe Ownership ApproachThe Reframing TechniqueThe Calm Questioning Method
Discover five powerful, actionable techniques that can transform heated interactions into opportunities for building customer loyalty. Perfect for contact center managers and agents alike, this episode covers:Learn how to diffuse tension, regain control of the conversation, and turn frustrated customers into satisfied ones. Packed with real-world examples and practical tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their customer service game. Tune in to transform the way you handle difficult customer interactions!
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Did you ever ask yourself what the high-end contact centers are doing differently? In this ACGpodcast, we dive deep into the cutting-edge technologies that set elite customer service operations apart from the rest.
This is how we are developing our strategic plan for Expivia.
From AI-powered chatbots to advanced analytics, we explore the tools and strategies that are revolutionizing the way top companies interact with their customers. Whether you're a business owner looking to upgrade your customer service or a tech enthusiast curious about the future of communication, this podcast offers invaluable insights into the world of high-tech contact centers.
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The contact center industry is evolving, and with that evolution, contact centers of all types are starting to learn valuable lessons.
In this episode, we'll dive into how the BPO landscape is changing, what these changes mean for customers, and the latest AI tools you should be asking for in your outsourcing RFPs.
Donโt let the title fool you, this episode is essential for anyone running a contact center.
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Join us as we dive into the journey of founding and growing OttoQa, a cutting-edge AI-powered Customer Experience (CX) company. In this episode, we'll share our firsthand experiences, lessons learned, and the challenges we faced in building a fully automated QA platform. Discover the strategies and insights that helped us innovate in the CX industry, the role of AI in transforming quality assurance, and tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. Whether you're a CX professional, tech enthusiast, or entrepreneur, this podcast is packed with valuable takeaways to inspire and inform your journey. Tune in to explore the future of AI in CX with OttoQa!
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What if you could transform your call centerโs efficiency and agent performance overnight? This episode guarantees youโll walk away with actionable insights on crafting the ultimate QA forms for both voice and chat channels.
Weโll guide you on defining the crucial goals for your QA forms, such as enhancing agent performance, ensuring compliance, and extracting valuable customer interaction insights. With the collective wisdom from examining hundreds of QA forms, weโll provide practical tips to structure your forms for maximum impact.
Whether youโre running a large or small contact center, these insights will significantly enhance your training and performance evaluation processes. Don't miss these transformative strategies to elevate your call center operations and deliver exceptional customer experiences!Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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In this ACG episode, we dive into the transformative impact of AI on customer service QA. Hosted by Tom Laird, the CEO of Expivia Interaction Marketing Group and OttoQa, this session explores how ChatGPT and Claude 3 enhance call analysis and agent performance monitoring.
Discover effective system prompting and its role in refining quality assurance for consistency and high accuracy, with standards reaching 96-97.5%. Learn the nuances of differentiating between sales and retention calls, assessing customer sentiment, and how these insights lead to clear communication.
This guide offers practical steps for integrating AI Auto QA into your business, enabling detailed data analysis and report generation. Ready to elevate your quality assurance strategies with AI? Tune in to find out how.Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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Are you overwhelmed by the relentless push to overhaul your contact center with AI? Let's clear the air about the real impact of AI in this industry.
My recent talks reveal a surprising fact: many companies are not rushing into AI as believed. In reality, few have a detailed plan or have started implementation.Join me in a practical journey as we create a roadmap for incorporating technology thoughtfully in your contact center.
Drawing from my latest engagements in Philadelphia and Miami, we'll focus on using what you already have efficiently and investing wisely, not hastily.
We advocate a thoughtful approach to innovation, ensuring you adopt AI at a manageable pace, suited to your business needs. This discussion is about building a strong foundation for growth, stepping into AI with confidence and a well-defined strategy for success.Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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Tune into our latest ACG podcast episode, "Will Auto QA Platforms End the Era of Traditional CX Analytics?" where we dive into the world of customer experience analytics.
Weโll explore and compare the tools and techniques behind both Auto QA platforms and traditional analytics methods. This friendly chat is packed with insights about how each approach handles customer data and what makes them unique.
Join Tom as he unravels the complexities and discuss the future possibilities of integrating or balancing these technologies in the world of customer experience management. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about the latest trends, this episode is for you!Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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Join Tom in this insightful podcast episode recorded at the HDI Philly event held at Princeton University.
Delve into groundbreaking strategies and cutting-edge technologies, including AI, to revolutionize your service desk operations. Drawing from his leadership at Expivia, where he expanded the team to over 600 professionals, and his innovative work at OttoQA, Tom shares advanced methods that enhance operational efficiency and elevate customer satisfaction.
Explore the latest trends, tools, and best practices reshaping service desks across industries.
Whether you aim to optimize your current operations or completely transform your service approach, this episode offers expert advice and actionable insights to propel you to the forefront of industry excellence.Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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Dive into the transformative journey of OttoQa, where we've uncovered the profound impact of prompts in elevating customer experience (CX) quality assurance (QA) processes. This podcast (taken from a Linkedin Live Event) brings the insights and methodologies from our extensive experience directly to you, focusing on the art and science of crafting effective prompts for QA automation.
Explore a rich discussion on both the fundamental and advanced strategies that have revolutionized our approach to prompts. This episode is designed not just to share knowledge but to inspire action. We encourage listeners to experiment with these techniques in their operations, building confidence in the technology and its application before making any significant investments or deployments.
Whether you're aiming to refine your CX prompting strategies or are curious about their potential to transform your service center, this podcast serves as your guide to unlocking the power of effective prompting. Join us in discovering the methods that have not only propelled our journey forward but also have the potential to redefine the landscape of customer service excellence.
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This podcast is based on the presentation I delivered in Miami at the "CX Under the Sun Event" to more than 100 CX professionals who are just beginning their journey with CX AI transformation.
During the presentation, I share my views on what is considered "real" regarding AI in the current market, what to be cautious about, and how to initiate AI integration within your organizations.
You won't find any unnecessary content or theoretical discussions here. It's all about the essential tools you should start exploring now and the reasons these tools need further development, regardless of what you might hear from AI technology providers.
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As we step into 2024, the realms of Customer Experience (CX), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and contact centers are poised at the brink of transformative change.
Let's explore the exciting, realistic predictions that are shaping the future of these industries. These are part prediction and part wish list for what I would like 2024 to become.
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Join me, Tom Laird, and John Coulter from Five Star Call Centers, as we journey into a conversation on "Advice from a Call Center Geek."
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What does the horizon look like for contact centers in the next two years? We're discussing trends, challenges, and opportunities that await!
๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต๐ป๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ด๐ & ๐ฅ๐ข๐:
Which technologies are set to revolutionize contact centers? We're exploring the tools that promise the highest utility and return on investment.
๐ข๐ป๐๐ต๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ/๐ก๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ช๐ฎ๐๐ฒ:
How is the nearshoring trend reshaping our industry? We analyze its impact on quality, costs, and overall strategy.
๐๐๐ถ๐น๐ฑ ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ซ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต:
The big debate! Should companies build their own CX tech or invest in market solutions? We weigh the pros and cons.
๐๐ต๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ฃ๐ข:
Unveiling the emerging 'Champion vs Champion' trend in BPO and its implications for the industry.
Don't miss out on these crucial insights that could redefine your business strategy and customer engagement approach. Listen, learn, and let's discuss! Your thoughts and experiences matter.Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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This podcast episode of "Advice from a Call Center Geek", titled "AI Tools in CX: The Truth about ROI," delves into the practical aspects and return on investment (ROI) of AI technologies in the context of contact centers.
It critically examines various AI tools like large language model chatbots, analytics, agent assist, and auto quality assurance, discussing their suitability, cost implications, and impact on customer experience for different sizes of contact centers.
The episode provides insights into the evolving AI landscape, emphasizing the need for contact centers to carefully assess the real value and applicability of AI solutions in their operations.Discover exceptional, AI-driven contact center outsourcing with Expivia.
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Welcome back to "Advice from a Call Center Geek," the podcast dedicated to enhancing your contact center operations! In today's episode, we dive into the often confusing world of technology for small contact centers. With the holiday season approaching and AI becoming a buzzword, we aim to clarify and simplify your tech choices.
Key Points Discussed:
Bridging Contact Center Operations and AI:
We explore how AI is shaping the industry, moving beyond the hype to practical applications, especially for smaller centers.
Technology for Small Contact Centers:
We focus on contact centers with under 100 seats, discussing how to select the right tools without getting overwhelmed by sales pitches for unnecessary tech.
Practical Advice:
We offer actionable insights on platforms suitable for different sizes of contact centers, from micro setups to those nearing 100 seats. This includes a detailed look at CCaaS and UCaaS platforms, and when each is appropriate.
Budget-Friendly Solutions:
We discuss cost-effective alternatives for quality
assurance, knowledge management, and other essential tools, emphasizing the use of AI and tools like ChatGPT to automate processes.
Hardware Recommendations:
Practical tips on choosing computers, headsets, and operating systems that offer the best value for money.This episode is not just about technology trends; it's about making informed decisions that truly benefit your contact center. Tune in for an insightful journey through the maze of contact center tech!
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