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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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The Complete Guide to Call Center Management

Fonolo

Develop and implement a thorough training strategy. Call center agents are only as good as the training they receive. One single training strategy will ensure all of your agents are on the same page and will provide consistent service to all customers. 5 Best Practices for Training Remote Call Center Agents.

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5 Ways to Give Call Center Agent Productivity a Boost

Fonolo

Agent productivity shouldn’t solely be based on the output of an agent – rather, it should consider the overall experience during each customer interaction. Learn how you can better your team performance below… How to Foster Agent Engagement in a Hybrid Contact Center. Average Handle Time (AHT).

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Occupancy Rate vs Utilization Rate: What’s the Difference?

Fonolo

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. Utilization Rate will help you determine the total time your agents are logged in, assisting customers, and available to assist customers but doing other things.

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

Fonolo

Behind hold times and high call volumes, management must ensure every agent is trained, every shift is covered, and every customer is satisfied. Put simply, your call center workforce refers to your agents. Try compiling every IVR message, email, average handle time, and more into a spreadsheet.

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How to Handle High Call Volume: 10 Strategies for Success in Sales and Contact Centres

JustCall

This automation streamlines workflows and ensures essential information is readily accessible to agents during calls. Provide comprehensive training We all know that training your agents is essential for building a high-performing team. They can also infuriate your customers/prospects, increasing their angry customers.

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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.