Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Shep Hyken is a customer service/CX expert, author & keynote speaker. Bad customer experiences could cost organizations throughout ...

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Customer experience is no longer just a part of your business—it is your business. In a world where expectations are higher than ever, overlooking the importance of delivering excellent service can be ...

The United States is in a data quality crisis. This impacts everything, from productivity to AI. Here I’ll focus on the impact of bad data on customer service, which is also in crisis. I recently got ...

Stop the churn caused by bad customer service, which is endemic to many businesses. Here are five secrets for where to look for lapses and how to address them. Consistently deliver personalized, ...

There's bad customer service — and even worse bogus customer service where anyone can easily be taken by a scammer with a quirky accent who demands a credit card on the spot when you call a fake ...

Oh, the lengths some people will go to get better customer service. Like recording phone calls with a customer service agent. Robert Grunfeld, who had a ticket on a United Airlines flight from Newark, ...

Customer service in travel is at an all-time low. The Department of Transportation received a record number of complaints last year. You can manage bad service by questioning your loyalties, ...

Poor customer service can have a big effect on a business’s ability to succeed. And while a smile and a helpful attitude can go a long way toward creating a positive experience for a customer, they ...