Editor’s Letter: Customer Service Is More Important Than Ever for Brands

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“Down on the left” is about as much customer service as I can expect. Its online experience is just as awful. I hate shopping there and really hope one day I won't need to. And maybe that day is coming. In the age of social media, where brand reputations either can be made or destroyed with a single …

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The Retail Industry Is Focusing on Customer Experience and Convenience to Win in Ecommerce

For decades, the retail industry stood strong. Retailers emerged fairly unscathed during the first wave of the internet in the '90s because consumers still by and large chose to shop in physical stores staffed with employees that strived to provide customer service. So, it was business as usual with a …

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$173m sale of Auckland Council properties deferred for more information

There will be seven new customer service centres where building closures occur, improved Local Board and customer service spaces and 25 drop-in spaces at current council locations. … Supported by Franklin Local Board subject to an alternative site for council service being found. *Values based on … Read More Share this …

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Govt kick-starts “overdue” telco consumer safeguards review

The third part will focus on ensuring consumers are able to make informed choices and are treated fairly by their provider in areas such as customer service, contracts, billing, credit and debt management, and switching providers. According to the Government, the first stage of the review will examine the … Read …