Talkdesk Product Manager Alex Willen and Slack Account Manager Jesse Elliott discussed Slack’s new functionalities as relates to phone support teams in our webinar “Using Slack to Reinvent the Call Center Experience.” The two chatted about everything from the evolution of call centers to transparency in the workplace When used in conjunction with your call center software, Slack can have a big impact on your call center. MORE

There are some jobs that are just harder than others and call center agents have a difficult role to fill. In yesterday’s blog post , we gave tips #1-5 for helping your call center agents to succeed. This eliminates uncomfortable calls and sets the agent (and customer) up for success (which also coincides with tips #1 and #8). The call center agent is the one closest to the customer and who best understands the ins and outs of a product. MORE

The best way for a call center to stand out as a leader is through the customer experience. It’s no surprise that an exceptional experience leads to more satisfied consumers, who continue to spend more money. Most callers will begin subconsciously rating their customer experience from the beginning of the interaction, regardless of the channel; phone, web, social media, or mobile app. How to Calculate Hold Time in a Call Center. MORE

If so, you probably either have experience managing call center agents or you are one. Deloitte Consulting’s study on contact centers found that large call centers with more than 500 agents experience turnover rates of 50 percent or higher annually. MORE

HoduSoft, a leading VoIP software provider has gained fame for serving the global clientele with its high-quality, feature-rich, ready-to-use VoIP software for addressing business communication requirements. The company has added a new feather in the crown by providing ready-made call center software , HoduCC to one of the most trusted water purifier manufacturers Livpure recently. Technical call center software New client Travelopod MORE

In a world of business engagements, the call center is an integral part of every company. From handling client calls to promoting sales and generating business leads, the call center has many uses. The majority of customers globally prefer live calls. MORE

Many call centers implement rigorous training programs as part of the onboarding process for newly hired agents. Once agents are able to start picking up calls, supervisors often engage in live coaching sessions where they actively advise agents during phone calls. Despite the existence of advanced call center software features that can help make live coaching sessions more seamless, supervisors and agents can still run into a number of issues. MORE

Improving customer service is a journey, not a destination, and you should always be working on new, innovative ways to make the customer service experience better for your buyers. One of the best ways to do that is to improve your inbound customer service experience. That is your call center experience. In other words, your call center support is very important. Hire the Right Call Center Outsourcing Partner. MORE

Customers typically contact call centers when they are unable to resolve a problem with a product or service on their own. The key to satisfying the customer in search of a solution is the call center experience. How do you describe a call center experience? MORE

The call center is a dynamic, fast-paced environment, but it’s one that needs the right tools and resources. With so much call center software out there, choosing the right technology for your organization can be daunting. Shorter delays between calls. MORE

Working in a call center means being the first point of contact for a customer getting in touch with a company. As customers in every industry become more tech-savvy, the call center model has been evolving. More and more call centers are moving back from outsourced outposts in the developing world, and several have gone completely virtual. Consequently, the skill set sought after in a call center team member has also evolved. Call Center MORE

A company’s call center becomes the front line to respond to an influx of calls from customers in need. Use Call Center Software Features to Reduce Wait Times. When a call center experiences a high volume of calls, the wait times can be painful for customers. Advanced call center software can help eliminate some of this pain by giving customers the option to receive a callback once an agent becomes available. MORE