Read highlights from the U.K.-based Scorecard Series surveys
When asked about their priorities for a customer experience, recessionary consumers showed increased interest in value. However, they still want fast, knowledgeable service in the channel of their choice. Increasingly that includes “blended” high-tech, human-touch channels such as live chat.
Customers are willing to accept some tradeoffs in the service experience, but increasingly they expect they expect to be delighted in order to remain loyal to a company. Companies who listen, understand and respond to their key customer segments have the best chance at retention and growth.