Archive for November, 2010

GE Develops Internet-based Smart Grid Customer Communications

Interactive communications within the utility industry have grown increasingly popular as energy and electric companies continue to introduce new smart grid technologies.

Recently, General Electric announced that it would combine its "smart" appliances with Nucleus, its Internet-based home energy management system, to spur consumer interest in the electric grid, reports CNET. Continue reading →

Holidays put greater pressure on contact center efficiency

As the economy begins to pick up and both retailers and shoppers enter the holiday season, it is more important than ever that companies have up-to-date customer communications software to ensure that satisfaction - and the business' bottom line - remain high. Continue reading →

Healthcare systems focused on proactive customer service for 2011

As new healthcare laws go into effect, it will become increasingly critical for practices and hospitals to identify ways to cut costs while maintaining customer communications and satisfaction. Continue reading →

Bank of America introduces two-way text messaging for mobile banking

As mobile and online banking become increasingly popular, financial institutions are looking for new ways to harness the technology's revenue-generating capabilities to improve customer communications.

Recently, Bank of America announced plans to introduce a new two-way Short Message Service that allows customers to respond to fraud alerts while managing accounts and investigating more traditional bank services, all via text, reports Reuters. Continue reading →