Company Size
1,000+
Region
- Europe
Country
- United Kingdom
Product
- LiveEngage
- Predictive Intelligent Targeting
Tech Stack
- Live Chat
- Predictive Modelling and Analytics
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Cost Savings
- Customer Satisfaction
- Revenue Growth
Technology Category
- Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics
- Application Infrastructure & Middleware - API Integration & Management
Applicable Industries
- Telecommunications
Applicable Functions
- Sales & Marketing
Services
- System Integration
About The Customer
Founded in 1997, Plusnet is a Sheffield-based broadband and phone provider selling services to homes and businesses across the UK. In 2007 Plusnet was acquired by BT Group but continues to operate as a separate business. The company prides itself on being nimble, agile and continually open to new ideas. This dynamic approach, along with competitive product offers, has contributed to the company’s rapid growth particularly over the last twelve months. Plusnet is now the fifth biggest Internet Service Provider (ISP) and the third fastest-growing ISP in the UK. Open and honest conversations with customers are central to the Plusnet ethos. As one of the few telecoms providers to offer 24/7 UK-based customer care and online community support, Plusnet leads the market in delivering unparalleled pre- and post-sales support. As such, Plusnet has been named as a Which? Recommended Provider for broadband services for the 6th consecutive time.
The Challenge
Plusnet, a Sheffield-based broadband and phone provider, experienced substantial growth over a short period of time to the extent that the business was struggling to cope with the volume of sales. The lengthy registration process (14-16 pages before the site re-launch) was slowing down conversion rates. Customers were experiencing a frustrating sign-up process and taking an average of twenty five minutes to convert. The business identified an opportunity to engage with customers before they felt the need to call the contact centre, thereby deflecting the influx of calls and assisting speedier conversions.
The Solution
The LiveEngage solution, provided by LivePerson, supports the online sales operation and customer registration process by enabling meaningful, real time connections with website visitors. Using live chat to engage directly with customers, Plusnet is driving conversions, increasing incremental sales and improving the online experience. LivePerson also provides predictive modelling and analytics, enabling Plusnet to identify customers whose behaviour indicates they may require help with the purchase decision. By offering help when it is most needed, Plusnet has succeeded in raising sales, while also improving customer satisfaction rates and enhancing perception of the brand. Equally important, each engagement is unique to the individual, ensuring a personalised and therefore relevant experience. Plusnet selected LivePerson’s Pay-For-Performance (PFP) model, whereby LivePerson handles all aspects of the programme, including technology and labour (sales advisors). Plusnet benefits from a no risk/rewards programme paying only for incremental sales delivered by the solution.
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