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C1-C2 Builder

Build your category structure, see live whether it meets the 5 golden rules of the CX Digital methodology, and export it CRM-ready as CSV.

This interactive tool is currently in Dutch. The English version is coming soon.

Build your category structure

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Jouw C1-C2 structuur

Bewerk, verwijder of voeg toe. Klik op een C2 voor de definitie.

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    C2's (4/4 gedefinieerd)

    Track & Trace
    Niet ontvangen
    Beschadigd
    Verkeerd adres
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    C2's (0/3 gedefinieerd)

    Procedure
    Status
    Terugbetaling
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    C2's (0/3 gedefinieerd)

    Maattabel
    Materiaal
    Beschikbaarheid
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    C2's (0/3 gedefinieerd)

    Status
    Wijzigen
    Annuleren
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    C2's (0/2 gedefinieerd)

    Login
    Wachtwoord
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    C2's (0/2 gedefinieerd)

    Gefaald
    Factuur
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    C2's (0/2 gedefinieerd)

    Service
    Kwaliteit

How it works

The example shows a typical e-commerce structure. Adjust it to your team: edit codes and volumes, add or remove C1s, and manage C2 chips per main category. The panel on the right scores it live against the rules. Export with the button at the top.

Frequently asked questions

What is a C1/C2 category structure?+

C1 is the parent category (e.g. 'Delivery'), C2 is the specific subcategory (e.g. 'Parcel not received'). This two-layer structure kills 'Other' buckets and makes reporting directly actionable.

How many C1 categories should I have?+

Usually 6 to 12. Fewer than 5 gets too coarse; more than 15 becomes unusable for agents. Each C1 then holds 3–8 C2 subcategories.

How do I map this to Zendesk?+

C1 → About/Category dropdown field, C2 → a dependent (nested) dropdown field. Add one tag per C2 for Explore reporting and triggers.

Should I keep an 'Other' category?+

No. 'Other' hides patterns. If agents can't find a fit, that's a signal you're missing C2s — add them instead of dumping into Other.

How often should I revise the structure?+

Quarterly check on volume per C2. If a C2 stays below 1% of total for two quarters: merge. If a C2 exceeds 15%: split.

Does this work for Gorgias, Freshdesk or Intercom?+

Yes. The C1/C2 methodology is tool-agnostic. Only the mapping to fields and tags differs per platform.

The full methodology

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The C1-C2 Masterclass teaches you step by step how to build a watertight ticket taxonomy. Five modules, about two hours.

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