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Still drowning in tickets? You don't need more agents, you need better structure

Whether your system is slowing you down or no longer scales, clear intake, smart self-service, and simple automation remove unnecessary volume so your team can focus on what truly matters.

Improve customer satisfaction

CSAT scores still dropping? The issue is consistency, not just speed

Whether you're evaluating platforms or already running Zendesk, satisfied customers need clear, consistent communication across every channel. Templates, shared knowledge, and structured workflows prevent conflicting answers and missed follow-ups.

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Satisfaction drops when customers receive conflicting answers, experience long waits, or feel unclear about next steps. Even with Zendesk, teams without shared templates, internal knowledge bases, or clear handoff processes create frustration instead of trust.

Main reasons satisfaction drops

Inconsistent answers from different agents

Customers receive conflicting information depending on who responds. Lack of templates or shared knowledge creates confusion.

No proactive updates on ticket progress

Customers feel ignored when they don't hear anything for days. They follow up repeatedly, adding volume and frustration.

Disconnected channels create duplicate work

Email, chat, phone, and social media aren't unified. Agents can't see previous conversations, forcing customers to repeat themselves.

Agents lack access to internal knowledge

Without centralized documentation, agents guess or ask colleagues repeatedly. Inconsistent answers damage customer trust.

What this means for teams

Customers value clarity. Simple templates, predictable workflows, and proactive updates create the foundation for positive experiences.

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Practical ways to improve satisfaction

Impact

At Premium Plus, we believe that guiding our customers to success is like helping them climb a mountain. Our solutions are designed to help you reach the top, where you can enjoy a 360-degree view of your company and everything you’ve achieved.
+9
CSAT on average
18%
Fewer repeat tickets
Improved retention

 

"Premium Plus helped us setup ZenDesk in a way that best supports our business goals and customers. They were brilliant at troubleshooting problems and took the time to understand our business. They are ZenDesk experts. We are planning on working with Premium Plus on future projects."

Amanda SchreierGeneral Manager, Global E-Commerce, Sea to Summit

Common questions about improving CSAT

How long does it take to improve CSAT scores?

Most teams see measurable CSAT improvement within 6-8 weeks after implementing response templates, knowledge bases, and proactive communication workflows. Lasting improvement requires ongoing quality monitoring and continuous refinement based on customer feedback.

Can we improve CSAT without slowing down response times?

Yes. Templates and internal knowledge bases actually help agents respond faster while maintaining quality. Proactive notifications reduce follow-up volume, giving agents more time for complex issues. Better tools support both speed and consistency.

What if our agents resist using templates?

Good templates include personalization fields and flexibility—they're starting points, not scripts. When agents see templates save time while maintaining their voice, adoption improves. We involve agents in template creation to ensure they feel natural and useful, not robotic.

How do we know which channels to unify first?

Start with your highest-volume channels and those where customers frequently switch between channels for the same issue. Email and chat are common first integrations. Social media and phone follow based on volume and customer complaints about disconnected experiences.

What CSAT score should we target?

Industry benchmarks vary, but most support teams aim for 80-90% CSAT. More important than the number is the trend and the qualitative feedback. Focus on reducing specific pain points (long waits, inconsistent answers, lack of updates) rather than chasing an arbitrary score.

Talk to our service consultant

Get expert guidance on reducing ticket volume, improving resolution speed, and creating smoother experiences.

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