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273: Balancing Automation and Human Touch in Customer Support; with Cory Brown & Elliot Fox

About this episode

Discover how to master the delicate art of balancing automation with human interaction in customer support, as Cory Brown and Elliot Fox share their expert insights. Facing the pressure to adopt AI while keeping a personal touch can be challenging for businesses. This episode uncovers the potential pitfalls of over-relying on AI, such as generic responses, and emphasizes the importance of human intervention to ensure customer satisfaction. Listen as we explore how AI can serve as a co-pilot, boosting efficiency and enhancing customer experiences without sacrificing the essential human connection.

Join us as we dive into the practical application of AI in customer service, especially for high-volume, low-complexity tasks and round-the-clock availability. Cory and Elliot discuss the challenges AI faces in nuanced environments and highlight the benefits of data-driven insights like sentiment analysis. By examining both the strengths and limitations of AI, this episode offers a thoughtful approach to integrating technology in a way that elevates both customer satisfaction and team morale. Tune in to learn strategies that create win-win scenarios in the ever-evolving landscape of customer support.

Cory Brown, founder, CEO, and Product Owner of Simplesat, has over 15 years of experience in the tech industry, including co-founding Pronto Marketing. Passionate about customer service, Cory created Simplesat to simplify and enhance customer feedback management for businesses.

Elliot, is Simplesat's Head of Customer Success. With a flair for onboarding customers and a knack for turning complex use cases into a cakewalk, Elliot is "the go-to person for simplifying the seemingly impossible."

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