As big corporations report record-breaking profits, many are outsourcing operations offshore, cutting costs but also cutting ties with local expertise and customer understanding. This growing divide highlights a critical challenge for Australian businesses: how to stay competitive while still delivering the customer experience their clients expect.
The contact centre industry is set for major shifts in 2025 as consumer preferences evolve and companies adapt.
Richard Forrest, Founder and Managing Director of Forrest Contact, forecasts increased demand for genuine human interaction within contact centres, as consumers grow weary of AI-driven interactions.