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3 Things to Consider When Picking a Call Center Workforce Management Software

Fonolo

As call center leaders, we know the list of things to manage on the floor is endless. Behind hold times and high call volumes, management must ensure every agent is trained, every shift is covered, and every customer is satisfied. One vital aspect of call center efficiency is call center workforce management (WFM).

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Why AHTs Still Matter and 5 Ways to Improve Them

CSM Magazine

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?

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Workforce Management for Call Centers: What You Need to Know

Playvox

Managing forecasting, scheduling, and agent productivity in a call center is a lot like searching for the fountain of youth. While we don’t have a roadmap to the proverbial fountain, we can help steer you in the right direction for better call center workforce management (WFM). What is Workforce Management for Call Centers?

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7 Proven Ways to Manage Contact Center Agent Staffing Shortages

Playvox

Higher overtime costs are a natural outcome of contact center agent shortages. Managers who want to meet customer demands will typically ask their agents to work more hours. Increased agent burnout. And you might be surprised by how simple adjustments to lunch and break times can have a meaningful impact.

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Study: The Health of the Contact Center

What does it take to engage agents in this customer-centric era? Download our study of 1,000 contact center agents in the US and UK to find out what major challenges are facing contact center agents today – and what your company can do about it.

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The Role of Real-Time Data in Workforce Management

Playvox

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. What Is Real-Time Data Monitoring In Workforce Management?

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5 Ways to Give Call Center Agent Productivity a Boost

Fonolo

When an agent can manage calls without transferring them to different departments, they’re demonstrating an in-depth understanding of the product or service they’re assisting customers with—a perfect indication of impressive agent productivity. Average Handle Time (AHT).

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The Health of the Contact Center: Are You Ready for 2019?

A survey of 1,000 contact center professionals reveals what it takes to improve agent well-being in a customer-centric era. This report is a must-read for contact center leaders preparing to engage agents and improve customer experience in 2019.