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How to Improve Contact Center Agent Performance

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First Call Resolution (FCR). In an ideal scenario, customers will only need to call your support center once to have their issue resolved. According to SQM group , the average call center has an FCR of 72%, which means that 28% of calls require a follow-up engagement. Did you know? Customer Satisfaction.

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How to Spot (and Hire) a Great Call Center Manager

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Since the call center industry is known for high attrition rates, managers play a key role in retaining strong agents. This requires empathy, which can be helpful when providing constructive feedback and support. Hiring a strong candidate isn’t all you need to secure an effective call center manager. Analytical skills.

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Cost Per Call : A Key Metric for Your Contact Center

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It, however, doesn’t consider other key factors such as call type complexity, call duration, or additional revenue generated from the calls. What is a good cost per call? As per industry standards, an acceptable cost per call could range anywhere from $2.70