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10 Types of Service Quality

 , November 13, 2016 updated on May 03, 2017
Service quality is the value of a service to customers. This is inherently subjective as it is driven by the needs, expectations and perceptions of customers. As such, it is typically measured by quantifying customer surveys. The following are common types of service quality.

Reliability

A reliable service such as an airline that's usually on time.

Responsiveness

A service that is responsive to the individual needs of customers. For example, a firm that isn't locked into rigid policies when special situations arise.

Empathy & Tailoring

It is well known in the service industry that different customers prefer different styles of service. For example, some customers enjoy a personal conversation where others would prefer to maintain a distance.

Competence & Diligence

Professionals who know what they're doing and are paying attention.

Consistency

A pleasant level of predictability such as a dish at a restaurant that tastes the same each time.

Safety & Security

A service that feels safe and secure such as an ecommerce site that doesn't lose your personal data.

Environments

The quality of environments such as a hotel room or airport lounge.

User Interfaces

User interfaces that are pleasing and productive to use.

Tangibles

Tangible elements of a service such as the quality of ingredients used by a restaurant.

Experiences

The overall intangible experience offered by a service such as a theme park that's has a happy feel to it.
Overview: Service Quality
TypeQuality
Customer Experience
DefinitionThe value of a service to customers.
Related ConceptsCustomer Needs
Customer Expectations
Customer Service
Quality
Reliability
Customer Experience
Customer Satisfaction

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