Believing you can return a customer's call and win over their business as if the initial call was never missed is a misconception that's increasingly risky to hold onto. Missed calls are not just about one lost conversation; they signify missed opportunities to grow your business, make a good first impression, and foster new leads.

Establishing a strong partnership between a vendor and a client is essential for the success of any business. This partnership requires a thorough understanding of the client's needs and the tools and services that are available to support those needs. For our answering service operations, this means mastering the intricacies of contact centre software solutions provided by vendors such as Amtelco.

Your business's success hinges on the power of first impressions. And in today's digital age, a virtual receptionist is your secret weapon to nail that first impression every time. Virtual receptionists are not just automated voices but real people offering top-notch service around the clock.

Language not only facilitates communication but also serves as a bridge for connection between individuals. By recognizing the impact of language on our perception and understanding, we can begin to appreciate the diversity of human experiences and the incredible role that language plays in shaping our interactions with the world.

At the 2023 Annual Canadian Call Management Association (CAM-X) Convention, hosted in Calgary, Alberta, a remarkable moment unfolded for Intercon Messaging as we proudly received not one, not two, but three national awards in recognition of our service.

In 1878, something groundbreaking happened that changed the way we communicate forever. Emma Nutt, a remarkable young woman with a soothing voice, became the first female telephone operator in the world.

At 10:30 pm, our team received the notice that we all had been dreading… "There is an out-of-control wildfire southeast of Drayton Valley... all residents, including all the Town of Drayton Valley, must be prepared to evacuate within 30 minutes notice…"

Consumers often say that customer service is not what it used to be, and thanks to innovative customer service solutions, like those offered by Intercon Messaging, the opportunity to retain customers and secure new ones along the way, has become easier to do.

Yes… text, email, voicemail and mobile apps work, but they can't demonstrate the understanding, empathy or compassion that an agent can. A heart emoji will never replace the kindness, patience and experience of talking to a person. Human input can go a long way in understanding service expectations and customer needs in a world driven by automation and artificial intelligence.

Human input can go a long way when it comes to understanding your customers, their expectations, and needs. In a rapidly changing world, this can be a great pathway to sustainable business success and driving customer loyalty.

You’d think that Chatbots would be a convenient technology for automating and streamlining customer service. At least that was the intention. The problem is that people still want to talk with a live person, and many times companies don't share any helpful information on their website for live support.

Recently, there have been many challenges for supply chains around the world. Staff shortages and employee call-offs are two main reasons for delayed deliveries that slow the flow of raw materials and goods to the end-user.

As an affordable alternative to hiring additional staff for your organization, this type of outsourced service can assist with streamlining your calendar, improving office efficiency, as well as increasing sales, and generating new leads.

The ability to adapt, make quick decisions, and steer through change is critical for every organization. However, when the need for superior talent increases, business owners and hiring managers can find it challenging to attract and retain top talent while managing day-to-day administrative functions.

An I.T. help desk is one of the best ways to deliver responsive service to customers. It can also provide internal users with the most up-to-date information and support regarding your company’s processes, products, and services.

Regardless of what time of day or night it is, property managers know that when tenants have an emergency or they think they do, they’re going to call. There's nothing like getting a non-emergency call in the middle of the night, and this is precisely why many property managers outsource their call answering to a professional answering service.

How often do you get frustrated when you call a business, and nobody picks up? It costs money and missed opportunities, not to mention that it reduces customer satisfaction. It can also impact your reputation as a responsive business if customers can’t get in touch with you. Luckily, there is a solution, outsourced telephone answering services.

If you are a small business owner or starting up a new company, things can get hectic real fast. It’s easy to get caught in the vortex of working in your business vs. building it. This is where a professional answering service that provides live virtual receptionist services can be of value.

Being an effective vendor-partner requires full engagement in a business relationship. Vendors and clients should equally participate in a mutually reciprocated collaboration. Being a committed vendor-partner is what truly sets the stage for a successful and productive long-term business relationship.

This past year has shown us that the need for available healthcare services is at an all-time high. COVID-19 has spurred the demand for urgent patient care and created new challenges for many healthcare administrators and medical offices.