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Three Ways Call Centers Can Reduce Average Wait Time

JustCall

Higher average wait time (AWT) almost always leads to higher abandonment rates and lower CSAT scores. Usually, because there aren’t enough agents to deal with the volume of calls, the IVR system isn’t optimal, agents are spending too much time on repetitive queries, or there are training and workflow bottlenecks.

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7 Key Indicators Your MSP Call Center Needs a Revolutionary Shift

Hodusoft

Especially during peak times. Managing call volume can be challenging while maintaining service quality. Long Wait Times and High Abandonment Rates One of the most noticeable red flags is extended wait times for customers and high abandonment rates.

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Top Call Center Efficiency Metrics And How To Improve Them

Playvox

Average Time To Abandonment (ATA) This is the average length of time in the queue that a caller waits in before they abandon their call , sometimes referred to as average patience or average call abandonment rate.