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<\/a><\/p>\nTable of Contents<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/a> <\/p>\n According to our State of Customer Service Report<\/a>, the majority of service teams are already implementing some form of automation in their process.<\/p>\n Paulius Mili\u0161auskas<\/a>, vice president of customer operations at Omnisend<\/a>, explains how CX automation plays a role in his team: \u201cOur primary goal is not efficiency itself, but customer satisfaction through service efficiency. We automate all processes that can simplify our clients\u2019 experience.\u201d<\/p>\n It\u2019s important not to miss the big picture when talking about automation. Delivering a great customer experience<\/a> deserves your attention, time, and investment because it makes customers more likely to be loyal, increase their spending, and even advocate for your brand.<\/p>\n And looking at the top challenges service leaders face when trying to deliver a great customer experience, AI can help immensely<\/em>.<\/p>\n Even though I\u2019m not running a large customer service team, CX plays a huge role in how I run my freelance writing business. My ideal clients \u2014 usually marketing teams \u2014 have access to hundreds of talented writers with similar skills. So why would they choose me?<\/p>\n The answer often lies in the experience I provide.<\/p>\n A great client experience makes long-term relationships easier to build. I make sure to go beyond delivering solid writing: I\u2019m responsive, proactive, and focused on making the process smooth and enjoyable. That effort pays off:<\/p>\n And while I don\u2019t use automation as extensively as an enterprise team might, there are plenty of ways I could bring it into my business to enhance my CX. For example:<\/p>\n <\/a> <\/p>\n Hopefully I\u2019ve already made it clear how valuable automation can be to deliver a great customer experience \u2014 but don\u2019t just take it from me. I spoke to a few CX experts to learn more about the key benefits of CX automation and how they\u2019re seeing it play out in their business.<\/p>\n Today\u2019s customers aren\u2019t patient. (I know. I\u2019m working on it, too.)<\/p>\n According to our survey, 82% of consumers expect issues to be resolved immediately. Automation helps you meet these expectations by streamlining tasks like ticket routing, providing instant answers through chatbots, and offering 24\/7 availability.<\/p>\n According to Omnisend\u2019s<\/a> data, while human specialists typically respond within five minutes, AI systems provide instant responses. This immediate availability ensures customers get help whenever they need it, regardless of time zones or business hours.<\/p>\n When customers feel heard and their issues are resolved quickly, they\u2019re far more likely to stick around.<\/p>\n Lauren Parker<\/a>, founder of LMR Digital Marketing<\/a>, explains how she helped a client automate lead follow-up and saw impressive results: \u201cWhen partnering with Blissful Minds, a telehealth weight loss service, we implemented an email workflow that drastically cut response times. This approach helped them generate over 1,500 new patient leads and efficiently scale their services.\u201d<\/p>\n Automation lightens the load for your customer service team by handling repetitive or time-intensive tasks, like data entry or answering FAQs. This means your team can focus their time and energy on more complex issues that require a human touch.<\/p>\n For example, Salesforge<\/a> increased onboarding engagement by 23% within 30 days by automating client check-ins and delivering timely, personalized resources, founder V. Frank Sondors<\/a> told me.<\/p>\n By automating data collection and analysis, you can uncover insights about your customers\u2019 needs, preferences, and pain points. This makes it easier to make informed decisions and proactively improve the customer experience.<\/p>\n According to Sidharth Ramsinghaney<\/a>, director of strategy at Twilio<\/a>, organizations implementing AI-driven personalization are seeing powerful results: \u201c45% report improved customer satisfaction scores, while 41% are achieving better data-driven decision making and market segmentation.\u201d<\/p>\n Customers want to feel valued, and automation helps you deliver personalized experiences at scale. Whether it\u2019s recommending products, tailoring email content, or preemptively addressing potential issues, AI-driven personalization increases customer satisfaction and drives repeat purchases.<\/p>\n Twilio\u2019s research shows that \u201c55% of consumers are willing to spend more for personalized experiences, with customers spending an average of 36% more with brands that personalize engagement.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/a> <\/p>\n Automation can feel cold if done poorly, but the key is to make it feel personal and relevant. This lets teams deliver human-centric experiences while freeing up time for high-value interactions.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s how I\u2019d recommend tackling the process.<\/p>\n The first step: Map out your customer\u2019s journey<\/a> \u2014 and include every point where they interact with your brand. (P.S. I\u2019ve previously written<\/a> how you can use AI when customer journey mapping if you want to learn more.)<\/p>\n Here\u2019s an example of a customer journey template you can use:<\/p>\n When I\u2019ve done this in my own business, I\u2019ve been surprised at how many small touchpoints there are, from the first email inquiry to the follow-up after a project wraps up.<\/p>\n Using a customer journey map, identify where customers are thriving and where they\u2019re running into roadblocks. For example:<\/p>\n In an ecommerce company, for example, maybe your customer pain points are around product delivery and communications. Patricia Pavia, a customer experience manager for biom<\/a>, says that the most helpful thing they\u2019ve automated is an order confirmation and tracking system.<\/p>\n \u201cOnce a customer places an order, they receive an instant confirmation email with their order details and estimated delivery time. This not only provides them with immediate clarity but also reduces the need for follow-up emails and questions about shipping status,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n Once you know the touchpoints, the next step is to learn how your customers feel at each stage. Personally, I like to gather feedback whenever I can \u2014 whether it\u2019s through surveys, one-on-one conversations, or even just paying attention to what clients mention during our projects.<\/p>\n For a larger team, you might use AI tools to automate<\/a> this feedback collection, like sending out NPS surveys after key milestones or analyzing the trends in your support tickets.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s what our latest data shows about the effectiveness of certain customer service channels:<\/p>\n Lasandra Barksdale<\/a>, founder of Kompass Customer Solutions<\/a>, approaches this through what she calls \u201cexperience blueprints\u201d \u2014 a sophisticated blend of journey mapping and service blueprinting that reveals how back-office processes affect front-line interactions.<\/p>\n \u201cThis approach starts with discovery: uncovering pain points, mapping out friction, and pinpointing where automation can enhance experiences,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n \u201cBy working from the outside in, we identify unmet needs from a customer\u2019s perspective, and then go inside out, analyzing internal processes to address those gaps.\u201d<\/p>\n When Barksdale worked with a financial services client, for example, they discovered that while the company wanted to reduce call volume by redirecting customers to their website, the site didn\u2019t actually address the top 10 reasons customers were calling in the first place.<\/p>\n \u201cBy helping them identify self-service functionalities and adding a status-tracker feature for more complex requests, we reduced the need for calls and gave customers transparency on their requests\u2019 status. This shift led to happier customers and empowered staff, ultimately showing that call reduction is a customer-centered strategy, not just a cost-cutting measure,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n Not every task needs to be automated, but many repetitive processes are perfect candidates. Here are some examples I\u2019ve seen work well:<\/p>\n In my own business, I\u2019ve thought about automating parts of my onboarding process. For example, sending out a welcome email that includes FAQs, project timelines, or next steps that could save me time while giving clients a consistent experience.<\/p>\n Philippe Mesritz<\/a>\u2019s team at Community Brands<\/a> built customer journeys that adapted based on customer actions and CRM data. They created digital engagement points that would trigger specific responses, from sending relevant blog posts to scheduling training videos, all timed to provide maximum value to the customer.<\/p>\n \u201cThrough a combination of automated journey orchestration and manual intervention, we were able to engage with thousands of customers that would then gain benefit from the microlearnings,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n AI can be really helpful here \u2014 and this is especially valuable given that personalization is a top customer expectation in 2025.<\/p>\n AI tools can analyze customer behavior and preferences to deliver hyper-personalized recommendations and experiences. This includes things like:<\/p>\n <\/a> <\/p>\n As you begin to automate your customer experience, you should do it in a way that feels personal, helpful, and true to your brand. The key is to keep the human element at the heart of everything you do.<\/p>\n Here are some practical tips to help you get started and make the most of automation:<\/p>\n While AI can handle routine inquiries, there should always be a clear path for customers to escalate issues to a real person when needed. As a customer, this is my biggest frustration with some of the software tools I use.<\/p>\n A chatbot can answer basic questions, but if a customer needs more in-depth support, the chatbot should seamlessly transfer them to a live agent who has all the context from previous interactions.<\/p>\n Pro tip:<\/strong> Try using a tool like HubSpot\u2019s Customer Service Software<\/a> to see this in action. With Service Hub, you deliver support at scale with AI-powered service, an omni-channel help desk, and 24\/7 availability.<\/p>\n Nobody likes feeling like they\u2019re talking to a machine. Personalize automated communications by tailoring them to customer data and behavior. Use names, recommend relevant products, and make messages sound natural.<\/p>\n I really loved this email I received from a pizza restaurant in London called Sweet Thursday. It started off with a tailored introduction and a personalized mention about me revisiting the restaurant. It also includes a few select discounts that might interest me. Overall, it feels friendly and helpful \u2014 and not like I\u2019m just another email in their CRM system (even if I am!).<\/p>\n Automation thrives on data. By analyzing customer interactions, you can spot patterns, preferences, and pain points to refine your processes.<\/p>\n For example, you could use data to identify which questions come up most frequently in support tickets and build a comprehensive, automated FAQ or chatbot response for those. Or you might track which customers are engaging with your emails and which aren\u2019t, so you can tweak your messaging accordingly.<\/p>\n Pro tip:<\/strong> HubSpot\u2019s CRM software can track customer behavior and segment audiences. This way, you can create more targeted, effective automation strategies that speak to different groups based on their unique needs.<\/p>\n The best customer service should aim to prevent issues before<\/em> they arise. Automation can help you be proactive by sending reminders, tips, and solutions before problems crop up.<\/p>\n For example, if a customer hasn\u2019t logged into your product in a while, you could set up an automated email to check in and offer helpful resources or guides to get them back on track.<\/p>\n I recently signed up to trial Zoho Projects as a project management software for my business. I loved their approach to automating the onboarding process, and it gave me a really positive impression as a customer.<\/p>\n Take a look at the email below \u2014 it\u2019s clear they are balancing some level of automation by reaching out and providing resources, but they are also connecting me to a human account manager. I feel like I have a direct line to the product.<\/p>\n Pro tip:<\/strong> Think about where you can automate follow-ups that prevent frustration. If a customer is having a technical issue, an automated troubleshooting guide can provide instant help, reducing their need to reach out.<\/p>\n Automation can\u2019t improve customer experience on its own \u2014 it needs regular monitoring and refinement.<\/p>\n You should consistently track metrics like response times, ticket resolution rates, and customer satisfaction scores (CSAT) to ensure that your automation efforts are working. At the same time, look at the quality of the customer experience \u2014 is your automation actually improving satisfaction, or is it creating frustration?<\/p>\n Pro tip: <\/strong>HubSpot\u2019s Service Hub can be incredibly helpful here, too. For example, you can track your customer health scores<\/a>, which show areas where you can improve customer retention.<\/p>\n\n
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1. Start with a thorough understanding of your customer touchpoints.<\/h3>\n
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2. Understand your customers\u2019 current experience.<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n3. Identify tasks that can be automated.<\/h3>\n
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