Tag: customer care

South African banks have weathered rough seas during the past year, with many of their customers coming under severe pressure from a stagnant economy, rising cost of living and high interest rates. Despite these storms, the financial services industry is still delivering good profits and growth, but there is constant pressure to maintain these results amid the adverse market trends and pressures that are currently shaping the landscape.

Achieving seamless operations in any industry is an ongoing challenge. There are several trends that players in the material handling and industrial equipment industry should consider embracing if they want to remain relevant in an increasingly competitive 21st century.

Our research shows while the type of industry will greatly influence customer experience (CX), ultimately it is a matter of choice and first contact resolution. The importance of CX and the value a business places on the experience clearly depends on the industry – but when customers have the option to choose, CX becomes critical.

The local contact centre industry is thriving and has seen substantial growth over the last four years, as South Africa became an enticing destination for offshore business. Concurrently, telcos across the world are seeking to improve their customer experience and reduce operating costs, largely due to disruptive business models, ever-increasing competition and the rising digital wave.