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5 Ways to Get Your AHT (Average Handle Time) Down Fast

Myra Golden Media

One of the biggest challenges for contact center representatives is controlling conversations and guiding customers to the next steps and off the phone. Follow my five psychological steps to controlling calls and getting your Average Handle Time (AHT) Down!

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9 Tools to Improve Average Handle Time (AHT) in Contact Centers

Calltools

Average handle time (AHT) is an important metric call center agents use to measure how much time it takes to interact with a customer. This metric measures the average length of time on the phone with the customer and includes the wait time and time spent on agents after the call has been completed.

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Average Handle Time: A Comprehensive Guide

Hodusoft

Average Handle Time: A Comprehensive Guide In the call center industry, time is a lot more valuable than money. When agents learn to make the most of their stipulated time and provide superior customer service within that, then nothing can stop money from pouring in. What is Average Handle Time (AHT)?

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Key contact center metrics you should be tracking

CCNG

There are five key performance indicators you should track to make sure your contact center operations are aligned with customer expectations. There are myriad metrics and indicators that an organization can monitor to measure contact center performance. Therefore, view AHT alongside first contact resolution.

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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 Power of Data Analytics in Contact Centers: Driving Insights and Improving Performance

CCNG

In today's fast-paced business landscape, contact centers play a pivotal role in shaping customer experiences and influencing brand perception. In this #JMPsBlog , we will explore the incredible potential of data analytics in contact centers, along with considerations and watchouts that organizations must keep in mind.

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Metrics That Matter: Average Handle Time

Taylor Reach Group

AHT: the Most Misunderstood Metric in Call or Contact Centers. Average handle time is a wonderful tool. It’s a good measure particularly when you’re looking in a specific channel as to what is the midpoint of all of the call (contact) lengths that you’re taking in the center.

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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.

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6 Killer Applications for Artificial Intelligence in the Customer Engagement Contact Center

If Artificial Intelligence for businesses is a red-hot topic in C-suites, AI for customer engagement and contact center customer service is white hot. This white paper covers specific areas in this domain that offer potential for transformational ROI, and a fast, zero-risk way to innovate with AI.