Customer Service Request
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A Customer Service Request is a service request performed for a customer.
- AKA: Customer Support Request.
- Context:
- It can (often) be an input to a Customer Support Workflow.
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- It can range from being a simple inquiry request to being a complex multi-step service request, depending on the nature of the issue.
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- It can involve a wide range of customer interactions, including problem reporting, product inquiries, or service adjustments.
- It can be initiated through various communication channels such as email, phone calls, web forms, and live chat.
- It can require processing by a customer service representative, automated system, or a combination of both.
- It can address requests related to product issues, billing questions, technical support, or account management.
- It can include steps such as initial request logging, validation of customer details, request categorization, and issue escalation if necessary.
- It can be fulfilled in real-time or through asynchronous communication, depending on the urgency and complexity of the request.
- It can integrate with CRM systems and support ticketing platforms for streamlined processing and tracking.
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- Example(s):
- A Product Return Request, such as: Damaged Item Return Request.
- A Technical Support Request, such as: Troubleshooting Request for resolving software or hardware issues.
- A Billing Inquiry Request, such as: Invoice Clarification Request for understanding charges on a bill.
- A Subscription Adjustment Request, such as: Plan Upgrade Request for changing service levels.
- A Customer Feedback Request, such as: Survey Participation Request for providing feedback on services.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- An Assembly Line Item, which pertains to manufacturing tasks rather than customer interaction.
- A Sales Order Request, which focuses on purchasing rather than resolving issues.
- An Internal Support Request, which is aimed at resolving employee or internal organizational issues.
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- See: Customer Service Call Answering Task, Customer Service Representative, Call Center, Technical Support Process, CRM Integration, Service Level Agreement (SLA).