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Galaxy Backbone organizes maiden Customer Appreciation Week
Galaxy Backbone (GBB) has just concluded its first annual Customer Appreciation Week, according to a report by TechEconomy.ng.
The Company organized series of events to thank their Customers for the continued patronage of Galaxy’s services over the years.
According to the Managing Director/CEO, Mr. Yusuf Kazaure, “Galaxy Backbone is using this week to celebrate our customers who have partnered with us through the years in good times and tough times. We thank them for their partnership, support and encouragement”.
He noted this at a Customer Forum held with some of Galaxy Backbone’s Public Sector organisations during the Customer Appreciation Week.
Galaxy Backbone has continued to deliver Information Technology Services for the past 12 years of its existence and as the shared services and digital infrastructure company of choice to Public sector agencies, this week serves as an opportunity to show gratitude, receive feedback and suggestions from customers on best ways to improve the services being provided.
Providing ICT services is at the centre of who Galaxy Backbone is and all it does in ensuring that its growing customer base in both public and private sectors experience service excellence and support at all times.
A major highlight of the Customer Forum was having Customers share their experiences using services from Galaxy Backbone. While customers were very impressed with the level of growth, progress and achievement GBB has recorded in the last few years, the team at GBB were encouraged to not rest on their laurels.
Some customers praised GBB’s attention to detail and the level of technical knowledge and desire to resolve issues being shown by the company’s Contact Centre, team, especially in comparison to what is usually obtained from other Contact centres of other service providers.
The Galaxy Backbone Tier III Datacentre, which is the only Tier III Datacentre in the country with a Disaster Recovery/Back-Up Datacentre in country, was also recognized and praised by some customers who referred to the Datacentre as ‘World Class’.
In attendance at this forum to celebrate GBB’s customers was the Director E-Government, in the Ministry of Communications, Mr. Tope Fashedemi.
He shared his experience with Galaxy Backbone prior to his current role and as a member of the Board of GBB.
He further encouraged customers to keep up the engagement with Galaxy Backbone so that the goal of creating a digital nation is achieved.
At this Customer Forum, Exceptional Performers from GBB’s Focal Point training were also celebrated and recognized.
Galaxy Backbone conducts ICT trainings for staff in ICT departments of most of these organisations.
The goal is to ensure that ICT Personnels can conduct first line support at their respective organisations.
As a Service and Customer-centric organisation, Galaxy Backbone ensures that annually the company is recertified as an Information Security Management System (ISMS) and Service Management Systems (SMS) organisation by the International Standards Organisation (ISO). It is along these lines that GBB ensures that service excellence is met at all times.
GBB is committed to meeting, exceeding customer expectations and continuous improvement of its services.
This was re-iterated by Mr. Kazaure as he unveiled the Galaxy Backbone “Customer Charter”; meant to hold itself accountable to the customer and encourage customers to engage GBB for prompt resolution of its complaints.
The GBB charter, Mr. Kazaure explains, “outlines what you can expect from our customer service and how you, as our customer and partner, can help us deliver professional, reliable and consistent customer service”. It further depicts the standards and principles in which GBB will continue to hold itself to in delivering excellent service.
The full details are on the Galaxy Backbone website and will be shared electronically to all GBB’s customers.
All through the week, these principles shall be reiterated externally and internally at the different events lined up to celebrate the Customer.
GBB will continue to encourage partnerships and collaboration amongst its stakeholders as it strives to sustain progress and the development of Information Technology services across the country.
Energy
AVEVA is providing data management support for renewable natural gas projects
Reporter: Godwin Ezeh
Key Highlights
● AVEVA’s industrial information infrastructure has been selected by Archaea Energy to provide key data management support
● AVEVA’s industrial software to optimize performance across Archaea’s RNG plants
AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation and sustainability, has been selected by Archaea Energy, the largest renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the US, to build a comprehensive operations data management infrastructure.
Using AVEVA’s software, Archaea Energy can collect, enrich and visualize its real-time operations data, enabling performance analysis across its growing network of plants.
Using AVEVA PI Data Infrastructure, a hybrid solution with cloud data services, the plants will be able to share data to highlight operational opportunities and optimize efficiency.
Caspar Herzberg, CEO, AVEVA, stated,
“Through this collaboration and the use of AVEVA PI Data Infrastructure, Archaea’s growing network of plants will have streamlined operations with accurate performance analysis throughout the expansion. AVEVA’s CONNECT software platform leverages industrial intelligence from a central location, making it easier to deploy additional digital solutions in the future.”
“As the largest RNG producer in the United States, we are dedicated to delivering reliable, clean energy,” said Starlee Sykes, chief executive officer of Archaea Energy. “This relationship will allow us to optimize operations and offer detailed performance analysis as we continue to expand across the country.”
Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises(SMBs) are the backbone of most economies accounting for 90% of businesses, over 70% of employment, and 50% of global GDP, according to the United Nations. They drive growth, innovation, and job creation worldwide.
In Nigeria, they play a crucial role in stimulating local economies and contributing to the country’s GDP.
Recognising their impact, WhatsApp is committed to empowering SMBs with the tools to succeed through the WhatsApp Business App, by reaching their customers where they already are.
WhatsApp continues to be the best way for people and businesses to get business done in Nigeria. With its efficient features, the WhatsApp Business App has become an indispensable tool for small businesses, helping them streamline communication, enhance customer engagement and drive sales. And we know customers love communicating with businesses over WhatsApp too, as nearly 80% of people globally message with a business at least once a week.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to optimise your business operations, here are five essential WhatsApp Business features that can elevate your efficiency and customer interactions.
1. Catalog – Showcase Your Products and Services
Gone are the days of sending multiple images and descriptions individually to customers. With the Catalog feature, you can create a digital storefront where customers can browse your offerings within WhatsApp. This is just like a mini-website which makes it easier to showcase your products, prices and descriptions in an organised way.
How to Use It: Go to Business Tools > Catalog. Add product images, videos, names, descriptions and pricing.
2. Quick Replies – Save Time on Repetitive Questions
Answering the same customer questions repeatedly? Quick Replies let you create preset responses for frequently asked questions, saving you time and ensuring fast customer service.
How to Use It:Go to Settings > Business Tools > Quick Replies. Create and save responses such as a greeting message or order confirmation. Use the shortcut “/” to insert a quick reply in any chat
3. Labels – Stay Organised and Track Conversations
Managing multiple customer interactions can be overwhelming, but the Labels feature helps by categorising chats in different ways, such as order status or customer type. You can create labels with different colors or names and add the conversations to an entire chat. This keeps your inbox organised and ensures no customer is left waiting.
How to Use It: Open a chat, tap on the three-dot menu > Label Chat. Assign relevant labels like New Customer, Order Placed, Pending Payment.
4. Away Messages – Engage Customers Even When You’re Away
Never miss a customer inquiry again. Away Messages allow you to set up a greeting or away message, ensuring customers receive timely responses even outside business hours.
How to Use It: Go to Business Tools > Away Message / Greeting Message. Set up a custom message and schedule when it should be sent.
5. Meta Verified – For Enhanced Protection and Account Support
A paid subscription that helps your business build credibility with new audiences, Meta Verified can help drive more engagement and grow your brand. With Meta Verified, you’ll receive enhanced account support, can use WhatsApp across multiple devices and easily create a professional WhatsApp web page that’s tailored to you.
How to Use It: Go to Settings or Business Tools > tap Meta Verified.
WhatsApp Business is packed with features designed to help small businesses grow, stay organised, and engage with customers effortlessly. By leveraging these features, you can enhance your customer experience, increase efficiency and ultimately drive more sales. Start your own journey with the WhatsApp Business app here.
Bolt, the leading ride-hailing platform, on Thursday, 19th of March hosted an Iftar gathering in Kano to bring together Muslim drivers during the holy month of Ramadan.
The event was not only an opportunity to share a meal but also served as a platform for open dialogue, feedback exchange, and community building within the Bolt driver network.
The Iftar event, held in recognition of the significance of Ramadan, reinforced Bolt’s commitment to supporting its driver-partners and fostering inclusivity across all communities. The gathering provided an environment for drivers to voice their concerns, share their experiences, and engage directly with the Bolt team in a collaborative discussion about improving their experience on the platform.
Speaking during the event, Osi Oguah, the general manager for Bolt Nigeria said: “At Bolt, we recognize the importance of creating a supportive and inclusive environment for our driver-partners.
This Iftar event was more than just a meal, it was a chance to connect, listen, and understand the challenges and needs of our drivers in Kano. We appreciate their dedication, especially during this sacred period of Ramadan.”
Drivers in attendance expressed their appreciation for the initiative, highlighting the sense of belonging and recognition the event fostered. Many also welcomed the opportunity to discuss ways to improve their overall experience on the Bolt platform, making it a productive and meaningful engagement for all participants.
Nura Muhammed, a driver-partner said: “We want to say thank you to Bolt for this initiative, if my knowledge serves me right, this is the first time a ride-hailing company will organize such an event in Kano. This event has also made it possible for us to share some feedback to them physically and we drivers mostly get to connect through our online platform but today, we’re able to meet physically, mingle and exchange pleasantries”
Bolt remains committed to strengthening driver engagement and well-being, and this Iftar gathering is part of a broader effort to continuously support and empower driver-partners across Nigeria.
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