CCNG

JULY 19, 2023

Workforce Management (WFM) is the art and science of scheduling the right number of people with the right skills, at the right time, to handle work within service level and budget. Forecasting is the key to solving the puzzle of scheduling the right number of people. Group similar work together when possible.

Workload forecasts 195

Workload forecasts CCNG Consulting Consulting 195

NobelBiz

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Forecasting in call centers helps today’s contact centers achieve high efficiency and customer satisfaction while keeping running costs low. Call centers predict future call volumes and other metrics so demand can be better met and good service levels can be maintained with optimized resources.

Call Center 52

Call Center Workload forecasts Average Handle Time Contact Center 52

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. Leaders must set the tone for everyone else to follow.

Call Center 52

Call Center Schedule adherence call center workforce Management 52

Playvox

MAY 25, 2023

Forecasting is critical because the other option is pure guesswork. No contact center wants to be caught off-guard by unexpected volumes and missed service levels on a daily basis or be blind to what is going on in real time across their business. Forecasting helps contact centers plan for both the short and long term.

Contact Center 55

Contact Center Workload forecasts Agent burnout Customer retention 55