With more than 3.4 million members, AustralianSuper is Australia’s largest super fund. In this interview, we go behind the scenes with Emily Bayford (Senior Manager, Contact Centre Channel) to discuss outsourcing partnerships, Gen AI adoption and channel trends. The superannuation sector relies heavily on outsourcing for contact centre and back office functions. What are the most critical factors….
This white paper explores how outsourcing to Fiji can help Australian and NZ law firms solve the challenges of paralegal and administrative staff shortages and rising wages. Offshore resources provide access to skilled talent and dramatically lower costs, improving the quality and speed of service delivery. Fiji offers: – proximity (2-4 hours’ flight) and time zone….
Ever since the launch of Chat GPT, businesses have been exploring use cases for generative AI technology in the contact centre. In its 2025 Service Centre Trends Report, PwC identifies 8 key use cases: – Virtual channel assistant – Content generation – Virtual agent assistant – Virtual customer assistant – Text analytics – Real-time speech….
This calendar year, Matchboard reported a record $25 million in invoices between its matched suppliers and buyers – almost double the volume in 2023. Managing Director Sharon Melamed stated, “We can attribute this remarkable growth to the success of our platform in helping organisations find their perfect match supplier in the market, as well as….
This white paper explores emerging commercial models in CX, and the shift from traditional capacity-based models to more innovative, flexible and outcome-driven approaches. Technology such as AI and analytics has changed the way BPOs price and innovate, aligning with desired client outcomes such as customer satisfaction, retention and cross-selling. Discover the pros and cons of….
Ash Frenken is the dynamic Managing Director of Citro, a rapidly growing financial services startup backed by AMP. Under the motto, “get the most our of your second act”, Citro serves a 50+ demographic and has a unique spin on customer acquisition and experience. Read more in this insightful interview! Can you share what the….
Sit back and enjoy the insights, with this inspiring collection of interviews with 7 of Australia’s most exceptional CX and Digital Leaders. Topics covered include AI, customer service, and outsourcing. You’ll find powerful learnings and practical tips, sprinkled with humorous anecdotes from the following leading brands: Russell Investments (Sophie Imbert), Airtasker (Cindy Dent), Are Media (Karen….
Retailers know that delivering a great Customer Experience is expensive and requires out-of-the-box thinking to stand out from the crowd. In this white paper, we look at how an increasing number of ecommerce businesses are turning to the island paradise of Fiji to solve their CX and cost challenges, and gain a competitive advantage. *This….
September 3, 2024 – 12 years ago, Matchboard launched in Australia, and today the company celebrates its most successful year yet, with more than 5,000 clients and an unblemished track record of customer satisfaction (all its Google reviews are 5-star). Founder and Managing Director, Sharon Melamed, said, “We want to thank first and foremost everyone….
James Boyden is Head of CX, Australia/NZ at De’Longhi Group, one of the world’s leading players in the household appliance sector and best known for its coffee machines! Read our exclusive interview with James. De’Longhi is a brand known for quality appliances. Is quality customer experience equally part of De’Longhi’s brand essence? De’Longhi is a….
This white paper explores the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) principles with contact centre and CX environments. Glean insights into the benefits of ESG adoption, practical strategies for implementation, and take inspiration from case studies showcasing successful initiatives in our industry. Companies that prioritise ESG will be better positioned to enhance their brand….
Outsourcing accounting services to offshore teams can provide a crucial business advantage – reducing operational costs without compromising on quality. It’s no surprise that engaging an offshore team is instantly attractive to cost-conscious finance and accounting leaders looking to tap into the global talent pool. Which location to outsource to can be a hard decision…..
Originally from Mauritius, and now a CX trailblazer in Australia, Sophie Imbert takes us inside the customer experience function at Russell Investments, in the highly competitive superannuation industry. Tell us about Russell Investments and where CX sits in the organisation. Russell Investments is a leading global investment solutions provider with over A$445 billion in assets….
Richard Branson was one of the first to articulate the link between employee engagement and a positive customer experience. Our white paper looks at all the evidence to support this now well-accepted theory, providing ample data for the business case to invest in your most important asset – your employees. The EX/CX link applies equally….
The BPO sector in North America has been on quite a ride the last few years. But there’s good news. Recent studies estimate the market will keep growing at anything from 5% to 9% per year. And North America still has a commanding 30% share of the global outsourcing market. The challenge BPOs face is….
Cindy Dent is Director of Customer Experience at one of Australia’s favourite brands – Airtasker. In this exclusive interview with Matchboard, she talks CX, customer communication, KPIs and, of course, AI. She also shares her most unusual Airtasker use case! Airtasker is a brand loved by millions. How do you ensure the customer experience is….
Are Media is Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women. Their brands include The Australian Women’s Weekly, Better Homes & Gardens, Woman’s Day, Marie Claire, TV WEEK, New Idea, Now to Love, Australian Gourmet Traveller, BEAUTY/crew and ELLE. We interview Karen Baker, who leads Are Media’s customer service and operations teams both onshore and offshore,….
May 23, 2024 – Matchboard has been shortlisted for the The Australian Financial Review Customer Champions List. This list, in association with Kearney, showcases “organisations that are champions in the eyes of customers and shareholders as a result of taking a different approach to business. These organisations have succeeded in purposefully delivering outstanding customer value….
It’s been a rollercoaster ride for the outsourcing industry since the pandemic, with the cost of living crisis, inflation, global supply chain issues, soaring attrition, and a talent shortage. This cocktail of challenges has brought to the surface an opportunity to reduce cost and expand revenue with a solution made in paradise: staff leasing in….
Choosing the right location for your outsourced operations demands a strategic approach. Cost-effectiveness is essential, but it can’t come at the cost of quality service or a reliable operation. No location is growing as quickly as the Pacific island paradise of Fiji, which offers a unique balance between cost reduction and quality of service. In….
