SmartAction

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) provides an unprecedented opportunity to revolutionize the call center experience for the 59% of your customers who prefer telephone communication. We’re not talking about the time-consuming interactive voice response (IVR) of the past that provided a less-than-optimal customer experience.

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ShepHyken

OCTOBER 25, 2019

This week we feature an article by Matthew Smollen who says e nsuring your clients have an amazing call center experience when interacting with your brand is one of the best ways to encourage repeat and referral business. This is multiplied in a contact center as often the customer experience is the main focus.

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Global Response

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Managing call center operations for a luxury brand demands that you hold every component of customer service to a higher standard. With such a saturated e-commerce environment, top-tier service is even more vital to gaining a competitive edge, and optimizing your contact center is a great place to start.

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Fonolo

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Though they vary from person to person, there are a few universal pros and cons to working in a contact center environment that all agents tend to agree on. The best way for call center managers to combat the cons is to identify what they are and what you can do to help your agents work through them. Agent burnout.

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Win the Customer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Like any other industry, there’s always room for improvement in call center customer experiences. Call centers must deliver the best customer experience from jump, or else risk dealing with an unsatisfied customer, and getting negative press. Personalize User Experiences. Be Responsive.

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Fonolo

MARCH 17, 2022

At first glance, a call center manager job may seem easy compared to the agents they oversee. After all, they are not the ones who have to navigate call center software, ensure customer satisfaction, and take all the phone calls. Industry Report: State of the Contact Center 2022. Clear communication.

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Fonolo

JUNE 30, 2020

So, you’re hiring a new call-center agent. And even if you find them, they may not stick around; call centers are notorious for their high turnover. According to Avoxi , call center attrition rates hover around 33% on average. Handpicked related content: 7 Things Great Call Center Managers Do Every Day.

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Win the Customer

JANUARY 23, 2015

Social routing is an emerging trend, a way in which contact centers can more accurately meet the needs of their customers. TMCNet discusses the answer by describing the modern day customer and the challenge that call centers face as they look to integrate social media channels […].

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Revation Systems

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Contact centers using AI can also help consumers receive simple answers quickly and facilitate smoother interactions between people through chatbot services. Contact centers are already turning to chatbots to enhance the customer experience.

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Hodusoft

MAY 24, 2023

The Future of Call Centers: Predictions and Trends for Call Center Software The year 2023 is a crucial year for tech breakthroughs. How can call centers be left behind? How can call centers be left behind? Call centers have always been at the cutting-edge of digital revolution.

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Horizon CX

APRIL 3, 2023

Automating call center activity is a reality we must deal with, but those messages can be frustrating for customers and detrimental to the overall experience. KOVA Corp recently published an impressive list of the dos and don’ts of call centers that are worth repeating here. “A

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TeleDirect

AUGUST 25, 2022

Here at TeleDirect, we’ve been offering BPO contact center solutions to businesses for over two decades. We’ve got answers—we’re call center and communication experts! Read on to learn everything you need to know about BPO call center services and how they can help your business grow today.

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Fonolo

JANUARY 23, 2018

The call center experience is under great scrutiny from today’s consumers. On the other hand, call center managers have to be cost-conscious in their approach to staffing. Luckily, there is a way to lessen the impact of hold times, without hiring agents: Offer your callers a call-back instead.

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Outsource Consultants

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Keeping call centers adequately staffed in 2022 has been, to put it lightly, a challenge. Call center wages have been on the rise for some time now , and even when you’re ready to pay more for employees, they’re becoming harder to find. Move Internal CX Support to Outsource Call Centers. Next to impossible.

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NICE inContact

APRIL 8, 2019

Before we get started with the how, what, and why, let’s take a step back… Ask yourself, what is your sole purpose in your contact center? The post 5 Phone Greeting Types and Tips to Maximize Your Call Center Experience appeared first on NICE inContact Blog. To make your customer happy? To drive revenue?

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Revation Systems

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Contact centers using AI can also help consumers receive simple answers quickly and facilitate smoother interactions between people through chatbot services. Contact centers are already turning to chatbots to enhance the customer experience.

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TeleDirect

OCTOBER 4, 2021

What Makes a Great Call Center Rep ? Call center reps are the heart of every well-run contact center. If you’ve thought about becoming a call center rep, or are interested in exploring different career options in the call center field, keep reading!

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TeleDirect

AUGUST 25, 2022

Call Center Customer Service Tips for a First-Class Experience. That’s why so many brands invest significant time and effort into their customer service call center. That’s why so many brands invest significant time and effort into their customer service call center. A well-staffed call center.

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TeleDirect

MAY 12, 2023

Want to know more about your outbound call center performance? Measuring and examining your call center metrics and KPIs (key performance indicators) will provide valuable information about your outbound call center’s performance and identify any weak spots. We love a good phone call. Are they polite?

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ViiBE Blog

MAY 13, 2021

Customers often contact a call center when they are frustrated or experiencing an issue with a product or service. In the background, entire systems run behind the scenes to manage their call and put them in touch with a representative as efficiently as possible. There are different types of call centers.

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Fonolo

APRIL 16, 2019

If you’ve had your eyes on the Fonolo blog for the past nine years, you know that in that time we have dedicated ourselves to bringing you news and views of all kinds that impact the customer service and contact center spaces. Call center agents of all kinds have a difficult task. The Real Call Center Confession.

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Global Response

MARCH 1, 2022

KPIs for call centers: 8 critical metrics to track. When it comes to KPIs for your call center, one thing is for sure: less is more. After all, when you’re managing a call center, whether it’s in-house or outsourced, there’s a long list of KPIs (key performance indicators) that you could be measuring.

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Outsource Consultants

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The middle market outsource call center is that elusive jackpot for organizations focused on business process outsourcing (BPO) services. Here are three things to remember when considering utilizing a middle-market outsource call center : Middle Market Call Centers Are More Flexible.

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Tethr

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

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. The cycle of call rep churn is vicious.

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pindrop

MAY 11, 2020

Ensuring customer experience in a large organization is often tricky as trainers and trainees, as well as their environments, vary. Considering the ways you can ensure customer experience without sacrificing security needs or negatively impacting capacity. . What is the Call Center’s Role in Customer Experience? .

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JustCall

OCTOBER 6, 2022

How can you increase call center revenue? Call centers have been facing some challenges lately. Customers expect quality, speed, and efficiency when they contact their customer support team or contact center. Keep your eye on the customer experience (CX). Ensure a personalized experience.

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TRUSTID

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

To help us better understand the current state of today’s call center fraud threats, the recent BetaNews Q&A, “How contact centers have become a prime target for hackers,” explores why fraudsters focus on call centers, and what organizations can do to prevent attacks.

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TRUSTID

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

When it comes to improving banking efficiencies and protecting customers over the telephone channel, contact center supervisors have traditionally relied on knowledge-based information to authenticate customers.

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Serenova

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Coronavirus has officially kicked the work from home (WFH) trend into a permanent reality — and the call center is no exception. At the outset of the pandemic, as families rushed to stock up on toilet-paper and canned goods, contact center leaders were scrambling to transition customer service agents to remote status.

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Fonolo

MAY 31, 2019

Contact center managers are, at their core, problem-solvers. One of the most challenging problems they often face is dealing with unpredictable spikes in call volume. Sometimes the causes of call spikes are understood, even anticipated. What happens when call volume gets out of control in your contact center?

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Fonolo

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Many organizations now report that outsourcing decisions are no longer solely based on cost reduction, but to utilize value-added services that improve the customer experience. As the demand for outsourced call centers grows annually by 6%, it’s critical for BPOs to offer services that meet these growing expectations.

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Win the Customer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Like any other industry, there’s always room for improvement in call center customer experiences. Call centers must deliver the best customer experience from jump, or else risk dealing with an unsatisfied customer, and getting negative press.

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Fonolo

MARCH 28, 2019

Contact center managers are, at their core, problem-solvers. One of the most challenging problems they often face is dealing with unpredictable spikes in call volume. Sometimes the causes of call spikes are understood, even anticipated. What happens when call volume gets out of control in your contact center?

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Fonolo

JUNE 3, 2021

Call queues and hold times are a traditional part of the call center experience. That’s where call-back technology comes in. This simple and powerful tool has been gaining momentum in the customer service world for its ability to lower call volumes, improve key call center metrics, and boost customer satisfaction.

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TRUSTID

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

When it comes to improving banking efficiencies and protecting customers over the telephone channel, contact center supervisors have traditionally relied on knowledge-based information to authenticate customers.

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Clarabridge

APRIL 11, 2017

Clarabridge recently conducted a study of both contact center agents and consumers. We wanted to see where their expectations and experiences lined up when it comes to customer service calls. Dissatisfaction levels are at an all-time high when it comes to contact center calls.

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Tenfold - Contact Center Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

With evolving customer expectations and service complexities, contact centers are poised to deliver strategic value and profitability to organizations. Strategies in Optimizing Call Center Customer Support for Increased Revenue. Accurately forecasting the demand for your work force is critical for call center success.

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