CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Average handle time is an important contact centre metric but it can be a double-edged sword that creates customer dissatisfaction. So, is Average Handle Time (AHT) still a relevant metric and what does it mean for contact centres today? Calabrio is a trusted ally to leading brands.

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Fonolo

MAY 31, 2022

All folks new to the contact center world have many steep learning curves to overcome—a big one is picking up on industry jargon. From CSat score to Average Handle Time to First Call Resolution Rate , there are plenty of new terminologies that come with working at a contact center. Yes, very much so!

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NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

This is where the need for better management of callbacks in contact centers emanates. And the best practices and tips for managing callbacks Agents proposing the best product or service is no longer a sure bet for success. It is challenging to offer a good customer experience when customers hate long wait times.

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SharpenCX

MAY 6, 2020

Your contact center is a business powerhouse. Still, contact center leaders struggle to prove the value of their business unit to execs. In fact, leaders like you say the lack of understanding and respect for the contact center is a top challenge this year. Coaching your agents lowers the risk for burnout.

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Fonolo

MARCH 8, 2022

One vital aspect of call center efficiency is call center workforce management (WFM). Industry Report: State of the Contact Center 2022. What is Call Center Workforce Management? Put simply, your call center workforce refers to your agents. Agent burnout. Shift scheduling systems.

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Fonolo

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

To help start you off on the right foot, we’ve put together a guide about all things call center management , so you know exactly how to succeed and can teach your agents how to do the same. The Contact Center Guide to Managing Spikes in Call Volume. Why strong call center management is important.

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Playvox

DECEMBER 13, 2022

But now that tickets, emails, and chat have entered the picture, interaction avoidance encompasses any effort contact center agents make to bypass working with customers in any channel. What does that look like day to day in your contact center? Related Article: 3 Tips For Optimizing Your Contact Center Schedule.

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Fonolo

AUGUST 15, 2023

Agents need time to take a breath and collect their thoughts between calls; If they don't get it, their performance suffers, followed by higher absenteeism and, eventually, agent attrition. Consider an agent who is engaged in call-related work for 45 minutes during a 60 minute period. But, what about the denominator?

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Monet Software

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

How to treat employee burnout and reinvigorate call center engagement for the long haul. Do you feel it spreading through your contact center workforce? That sense of ennui, stagnation or general “blah” that creeps up on agents and saps their energy and enthusiasm? Triage Immediately.

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Playvox

JANUARY 11, 2024

Call center workforce management is the art and science of having the right number of agents available at the right times to answer an accurately forecasted volume of incoming customer contacts at the service level standard set by a contact center while minimizing cost. WFM to the rescue.

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Balto

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Improving productivity is one of the biggest challenges modern contact centers face. There are many things you can do to make your call center more productive, like motivating your agents, equipping them with technological solutions, and implementing self-service options. Average Handling Time (AHT).

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Babelforce

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In this post: Average Handling Time Customer Satisfaction Service Level First Contact Resolution Call Abandonment Rate Percentage of Calls Blocked Call Transfer Rate Wrap-up Time Customer Effort Score Average Idle Time. Top Ten Call Center Metrics. #1 1 Average Handling Time.

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Playvox

APRIL 6, 2023

Maximizing workforce management efficiency through real-time data is an often-overlooked advantage for contact centers. With real-time information, you can make crucial intraday adjustments that improve your efficiency and your customer experience. Essentially, you are spending money on labor you don’t need.

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NobelBiz

JUNE 4, 2024

With its sophisticated capabilities, ACD efficiently filters incoming calls based on various criteria, ensuring that they are directed to the most appropriate agents or departments. Trust NobelBiz OMNI+ for a superior contact center solution. Related Article Why Do Contact Centers Need A Chatbot More Than Ever?

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Talkdesk

JULY 16, 2019

Call Center Performance Management is a program, generally led by a contact center operations manager, dedicated to calculating and improving the performance of contact center agents. That’s where leveraging contact center performance management software can help. The answer is both.

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Voxjar

JANUARY 11, 2018

First Call Resolution (FCR) is arguably the most important metric for small and midsize contact centers to track. Despite the importance of tracking FCR, small and midsize contact centers are often at a disadvantage compared to the big budgets and resources that larger contact centers have.

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Babelforce

JULY 29, 2021

It differs from handling time because it doesn’t include after call work or time on hold. It’s useful to know, but – time spent talking doesn’t necessarily indicate service quality. #2 2 Average handle time (AHT). That excludes any other elements of the call journey like IVR or routing time.

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NobelBiz

MARCH 6, 2023

Predictive dialer software is a computer program that contact centers use to automate outbound calls. It automatically dials multiple phone numbers simultaneously and uses algorithms to predict when an agent will be available to handle a call. This ensures that customers are connected to the right agent.

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SharpenCX

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Download Now: See what Frost & Sullivan marked as the most important trends impacting contact centers. With upgraded reporting, you can see how agents perform compared to industry standards and your past track record. With metrics and KPIs, you set the bar for performance across your contact center.

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Fonolo

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Agents need time to take a breath and collect their thoughts between calls; If they don’t get it, their performance suffers, followed by higher absenteeism and, eventually, agent attrition. Keeping a close eye on the occupancy rate allows contact center managers to prevent agent burnout.

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Playvox

OCTOBER 19, 2021

If you’re a contact center professional, you’re probably feeling the pain of agent staffing shortages. This difficulty includes finding contact center agents. It’s always been a challenge to recruit and retain talented agents. Higher queue times. Increased agent burnout.

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