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Workforce Management for Call Centers: What You Need to Know

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If that’s a mouthful, think of it as ensuring the right agents are in the right place at the right time. This meant constant, real-time adjustments when demand for customer support surged and/or agents’ availability shifted. But getting to this nirvana is no picnic. Leaders must set the tone for everyone else to follow.

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The Importance of Accurate Forecasting for Omnichannel Volume

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Digital channels have become an integral part of the way that organizations connect with their customers — whether that’s email, social media, live chat, SMS, or good old-fashioned telephone calls. Once you achieve this, you need to consider your workforce planning with digital and omnichannel forecasting for customer service in mind.