{"id":67526,"date":"2025-02-11T17:04:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T17:04:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/?p=67526"},"modified":"2025-10-19T08:44:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-19T07:44:27","slug":"customer-experience-challenges-7-industry-pros-share-their-most-pressing-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/crm\/customer-experience-challenges-7-industry-pros-share-their-most-pressing-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"Customer Experience Challenges: 7 Industry Pros Share Their Most Pressing Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An excellent customer experience is simple and seamless. Yet, designing such an experience is often anything but.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Indeed, finding the winning formula is taxing, but sharing best practices can help CX leaders find that winning ticket.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/all-stars\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">CX Today\u2019s All-Star initiative<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> was born out of this shared vision.\u202f\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this spirit, ten members of the All-Star community shared some familiar CX challenges before discussing their experiences in overcoming them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. Knowing Where to Start\u2026 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The main challenge in CX at the moment is knowing where to start.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the constant wave of AI launches, outlining priorities becomes the immediate challenge.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adding to this, <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/speaker\/dennis-parker\/\">Dennis Parker<\/a>, Customer Experience Partner Leader at AWS, <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">said, \u201cFor me, it then becomes foundational. What do I need to do to unlock CX innovation for the business? This always leads me back to data and the readiness of data to power CX innovation.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cWe have seen the emergence of composable data platforms to support customers with these foundational elements to support AI and personalization use cases.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Gathering Data Is Great, But Driving Value Is Difficult<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sometimes, too much data leads to information overload. That makes it more tricky to make decisions and drive positive change.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/speaker\/tim-thijsse\/\">Tim Thijsse<\/a>, Senior Lead at Orange Valley,<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> offered insights into this significant pressure point.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cThere is a lot of customer data available; the problem is that it\u2019s too much to handle. With effective use of AI, you can manage and translate this data to actionable insights.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3. Understanding Customer Needs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A key challenge facing CX teams today is understanding customer needs, which are changing faster than ever.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That\u2019s according to <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/speaker\/stacy-sherman\/\">Stacy Sherman<\/a>, Founder of Doing CX Right<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, who notes that &#8211; as a result &#8211; many teams struggle to design experiences that truly address the most pressing pain points.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cIn the past, customer journey maps were a helpful tool, but the shift now is toward journey management,\u201d concluded Sherman.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. Asserting Business Value In CX<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Business leaders often demand an immediate return on investment (ROI) before investing more funds into CX initiatives.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recognizing this, <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/speaker\/vipin-kalra\/\">Vipin Kalra<\/a>, Technology Leader at Docusign<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, recommends:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cBy shifting focus from traditional metrics like CSAT to key performance indicators directly linked to business outcomes, such as customer lifetime value and retention rates, they can demonstrate the tangible financial impact of their efforts.\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Naturally, this requires robust data analysis, compelling storytelling that translates data into actionable insights, and strong cross-functional collaboration to align CX goals with overall business objectives.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cUltimately, continuous improvement, embracing new technologies, and effectively communicating the value of CX is essential for securing ongoing support and driving sustainable business success.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5. Overcoming AI FOMU (Fear Of Messing Up)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">AI scare stories are everywhere. Just two weeks ago, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/conversational-ai\/dont-you-call-me-a-virgin-says-virgin-moneys-chatbot\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Virgin Money\u2019s chatbot blasted a customer for using the word \u201cvirgin\u201d.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Hardly a good look&#8230;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, there are many other fears when it comes to AI in CX, including data privacy, employee advocacy, and new security threats.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/speaker\/rebecca-wettemann\/\"> Rebecca Wettemann<\/a>, CEO and Principal Analyst at Valoir Inc., <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">noted:<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cThe challenge is finding the right tools and safeguards to ensure accuracy and data security.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6. Rising Contact Center Demand<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Messaging apps, social media channels, online chat&#8230; there are more ways than ever to connect with a business \u2013 and customers are using those channels!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As such, contact volumes are increasing, driving up wait times and putting contact center teams under more pressure.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Offering insights into how service leaders can overcome this problem, <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/speaker\/gidi-adlersberg\/\">Gidi Adlersberg<\/a>, AudioCodes, Head of Voca CIC Business Line, <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">explained:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cThe key to successfully navigating this process lies in the fine balance between adopting forward-looking practices, mainly around AI, while never compromising the classic fundamentals that always have and always will be the base of great CX.\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7. Growing Customer Expectations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/speaker\/matt-lyles\/\">Matt Lyles<\/a>, Chief Simplification Officer at Matt Lyles &amp; Co<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. exclaimed, \u201cThe No. 1 challenge facing CX teams right now is rising customer expectations in an increasingly complex world.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cThe teams that focus on simplifying the experience before anything else will create loyal customers.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Become a CX All-Star &amp; Share Your Perspective<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So, there we have it: some of the most significant customer experience challenges CX Today\u2019s All-Stars are facing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, you also have the opportunity to share your expertise, gain recognition, and contribute to the growing community CX Today is fostering.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eager to get involved? <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/want-to-become-a-cx-all-star-register-your-interest\/\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Register your interest here.<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Want to join our community? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cxtoday.com\/join-the-cx-community\/\">Join here<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An excellent customer experience is simple and seamless. 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