Friday 13 January 2012

Customer Support Calls: Getting The Most Out Of Them



This year, it's said that consumers will spend a lot on electronics.


Now we all know the frustration that can quickly set in if the new piece of electronic equipment you purchased doesn't work as described out of the box. It can even get worse if kids are involved.


There are two general types of issues that customer support centers encounter. First is the problem that things aren't working properly. For example, upon buying a new digital video disc player, a person finds that it won't play a movie.


The other type of issue is missing parts or accessories when the manufacturer doesn't include all the necessary components in the package. For example, your new personal computer does not have the power cord.


These are problems that can cause consumers inconvenience, but they are actually easy to solve. Here are a few things that consumers can do to prepare themselves before they call customer support.


Research. When we buy new gadgets, we get so excited that we sometimes forget to read the manual. Actually, most of the problems that consumers have with their new gadgets can be solved if they look in the manual or at the websites of the companies.


Getting information. You have to have all the info that the customer support representative will need. Having everything in front of you will speed up the process. This info is basic, like the make, model, and serial number of the gadget.


The history. You should be prepared to tell the representative exactly what happened.


The right time. If you wouldn't want to wait on hold, call customer support at off-peak hours. Typically, call centers deal with their heaviest volumes in the morning and late afternoon. You should try calling during late morning or early afternoon.


And last, keep calm. Take a deep breath before you pick up the phone. Remember, the customer support agents are there to help you, so having a friendly tone and attitude will make your experience a better one.

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