Turnover for customer service agents for many businesses has been challenging lately, which is only compounded by the difficulty of finding the right talent. There are also frustrations involved with training and onboarding new employees, only to lose them shortly after they’re done with their training. It seems like a no-win situation, but when you…
Are there lessons to be learned by looking back at previous recessions? The Great Recession of 2008 is getting plenty of attention now as economists predict a recession in the near future. One thing that doesn’t change, in good times or bad, is that consumers expect great customer service, which is something you can offer…
The first step to improving customer service is often deciding on a contact center where it will be outsourced. And nearshore contact centers, which can save a company 40 to 60% compared to domestic in-house contact centers, are an increasingly popular choice. Shamir Villanueva, operations director at Protel BPO, says one of the reasons his…
Nearshore contact centers are increasingly a top choice for companies looking to outsource their customer service. Cost savings and quality outcomes are part of the draw for nearshore contact centers, but another appealing benefit is the warmth and communication skills of the agents. When you partner with a nearshore contact center, you’re getting an immediate…
Maybe it’s something you’ve heard about: companies in your industry are deciding to find better customer service at nearshore contact centers. When you outsource your contact center services to a qualified and trusted professional company that focuses on customer service, you’ll never regret it. Here’s why: Happier Customers It’s true for companies that outsource…
When a customer’s experience doesn’t go well, many negative effects are set in motion, not the least of which is the possible loss of that customer and the money they might have spent with your company. Recently American Express surveyed consumers to get an idea of the impact customer service has on consumers. They found…
The offshore vs. nearshore debate for outsourcing customer service is gaining traction thanks to the emergence of Belize as a nearshore powerhouse. While El Salvador, Nicaragua and Panama have all grown as countries providing contact center services, only Belize has English as its official language. And not only do Belizeans speak English, but they also…
Do you want to find the best contact center for handling all of your customer service needs? Cost is a factor for most organizations when deciding who to partner with for customer service, but it is important to also look at other factors. You also want to consider how the contact center trains its agents,…
Are you having staffing issues? Employers in just about every industry are having problems finding workers. If that is the case for you, your customer service needs can be met through a nearshore contact center. Many people are attracted to cost savings associated with nearshore services, but the value runs much deeper than dollars alone.…
Belize is known for its pristine beaches, beautiful blue Caribbean waters, Mayan ruins and rainforests filled with exotic plants and animals. Yet while the country is known for its beauty, it’s also a place where contact centers have thrived. If you’re interested in partnering with a nearshore contact center, the English-speaking country of Belize is…
If you’ve thought about outsourcing your customer service, now is the perfect time to follow through with bringing professional communicators into the mix to promote your brand and make customers truly happy. Nearshore contact centers are fast becoming rock stars to companies that need a boost in the way their customers are treated. How does…
Did you know that 51% of the population of Belize is bilingual? English is the official language of Belize, which is an asset for contact centers located there, like Protel BPO. When we hire customer service representatives, we put applicants through a multi-step process that ensures our chosen few have neutral accents, are focused on…
It’s been a top focus of customer service conversations in 2022 and it’s slowly sinking into decision-makers at companies in many industries: consumers are less forgiving than they were prior to the pandemic when it comes to customer service interactions. Offering more personalized services is increasingly what your organization needs to provide to keep customers…
The pandemic drove home one important lesson: people desperately need other people. And while it may have been felt most dramatically among family members and friends, even a friendly voice on the other end of a customer service call felt like a lifeline. This is just one clue into why many companies are discovering that…
Are you thinking about outsourcing your inbound contact center services but aren’t yet convinced that it’s the right move for your brand? Aside from your social media presence, most customers will only have interactions with your brand through your customer service representatives, which means you can’t take any risks on poor interactions. This is particularly…
Price is still important to consumers, but it’s not the only thing they consider before making a purchase. What drives brand loyalty today is largely related to customer service. When you outsource to a trusted contact center, you can improve your relationships with customers and get ahead of the competition. According to the report “The…
Value is found in places other than cost. While we at Protel BPO definitely deliver on cost savings, we offer much more, including helping you develop stronger relationships with your customers. Outsource your contact center with us and you’ll quickly see the advantages. The average company partnering with Protel BPO sees between 40% and 60%…
Quality customer service has always been important for your company, but it is increasingly critical to the success of your business. Without a focus on delivering personalized customer service in today’s business climate, you’re going to fall short of meeting consumer expectations. Consumers haven’t become fickle; they just won’t remain loyal to brands that don’t…
Just about every business that rose from a simple startup and became highly successful had to face the question at some point: When have we grown so much that we need to outsource in some areas? And specifically, when do we need to consider outsourcing our inbound contact center services? The answer will differ depending…
Quality customer service has never been more important. The statistics back that up. Around 82% of customers say they want instant answers to their questions, so when customer services are lacking, those questions go unanswered and you stand the chance of losing once-loyal customers. When you outsource your customer service needs, you’re on the right…
Customer service is an important topic, especially in light of the relatively recent changes in customer expectations. Today’s consumers demand personalized customer services and will seek them out elsewhere if a company is unable to provide them. Consumers have developed a sense of entitlement, and perhaps rightly so. They know their dollars are important and…
Outsourcing your inbound contact center services can save your company money, but that’s only one reason outsourcing is popular. The money you spend on these services offers an amazing ROI because you’re enlisting expertise from the people who make it their full-time job to provide a positive customer experience, which is the most attractive part…
It takes five good customer experiences to offset one bad experience, but that’s only happening when a customer actually stays around after that bad experience. It’s easy to see how important it is to provide quality customer services at all times and to have a better chance at doing that, outsourcing your contact center could…
Keeping your current customers is far less costly than building up a new customer base. In fact, you can count on a loyal customer to be worth almost 10 times the amount of their first purchase. From finding a more personalized way to interact with your target audience to outsourcing customer service assistance, you have…
Retaining customers has always been important, but when the economy suffers, retention becomes a top priority. What’s the best way to keep customers coming back? The answer is quality customer service. Forrester, a research and consulting company, recently released its report on customer service megatrends hitting companies struggling in the current pandemic-ladened environment. In short,…
There is no doubt that technology can drive advances in business when it’s used in the right places at the right times. Artificial intelligence (AI) is getting much use these days and has even pushed into customer service interactions. High-functioning contact centers use a variety of modern technology, but the best ones know a quality…
For companies looking to improve their bottom line, one of the first places to look is their approach to customer service. Improvements made in relationships are valuable, and failing to create a bond with your audience can lead to reduced loyalty and a lack of return business. For the best results, consider outsourced customer service…
When consumers interact with a customer service representative and come away from it feeling more like they’ve encountered customer disservice, the results are fairly consistent: they go elsewhere to do business. To prevent this situation in your organization, consider outsourcing your contact center services. It’s unfortunate that almost 80% of organizations think they’re offering “world-class”…
When you offer a positive employee engagement experience, it leads to customer satisfaction. When customers are satisfied, they keep coming back. They also provide a valuable word-of-mouth service that funnels more business your way. Increasingly a way to get to this point is through partnering with a nearshore contact center. Nearshore services have advantages outside…
If you’ve decided it’s time to outsource your inbound contact center services, you should consider a nearshore organization. Why nearshore? The answer for those who have gone this route revolves around the fact that they’re getting offshore savings with nearshore advantages. One of the best places for nearshore inbound contact center services is Belize —…