The travel industry has endured countless upheavals over the past few decades, be it economic crashes or erupting volcanoes, but the chaos caused by the rapid spread of Covid-19 has presented the industry with fresh and ongoing challenges.
One aspect of the travel industry that has seen numerous challenges as a result of the pandemic, is customer experience (CX). From handling a tsunami of concerns over cancelled flights and re-booking holidays to helping re-patriate UK citizens stranded abroad, contact centre customer service agents have handled their fair share of pressure. What’s more, after over a year of becoming more digital, customers expect to have more options than a phone line to resolve their queries – leaving contact centres and their agents to juggle learning new skills with managing an increase in queries and concerns.
From social media and chatbots to email and video calls, omnichannel and self-service technology have never been more popular and in-demand. But how can travel sector organisations leverage this shift in customer expectations for their benefit whilst also ensuring they are offering customers what they’re looking for.
Read the full article on International Releases, looking at how you can improve CX and EX and how to adapt to a hybrid way of working and maintain customer loyalty.
Craig is Head of Solution Consulting at IPI. With over two decades of experience in the dynamic world of contact centres, he’s seen the industry evolve, and evolved with it. Craig’s journey began with hands-on operational roles, focusing on technology, resource planning, and leadership.
Throughout his career, Craig had the privilege of collaborating with global brands, empowering them to harness cutting-edge technology and streamline their operations. Today, Craig leads Solution Consulting at IP Integration, where we leverage our extensive industry experience to help clients deliver exceptional customer experiences.
