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Redefining Contact Center Productivity for the Modern Associate

The Northridge Group

Contact centers are in a state of flux, with many contact center associates (and workers in general) hesitant to return to the office full-time and forgo the flexibility that comes with a work-from-home (WFH) or hybrid environment. At-Home or In-Office Work So which environment is better for work productivity?

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“Digital First” and Transforming the Contact Center Associate’s Role

The Northridge Group

The age of “digital first” interactions—in which customers encounter businesses online rather than through traditional phone or in-person channels—is here, and it dominates our daily lives. In a “digital first” customer service environment, associates should expect simple calls to be scarce.

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The Hiring Game Has Changed: Strategies for Solving Staffing Issues

CCNG

While many jobs come with a fair amount of stress, few positions are as taxing as that of an associate in a busy contact center who must regularly handle difficult customer service issues. According to a study by Cornell University , 87% of call center employees report high job stress levels.

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Best Practices of Great Coaches

The Northridge Group

Customer loyalty is earned by being great and consistent at the basics and finding ways to delight your customers in unexpected ways. They learn that great coaches are deliberate about recognizing even small associate accomplishments, but also hold associates accountable for their improvements.

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The Crucial Connection Between CX Tech & Training

The Northridge Group

We’ve seen companies that return to the core focus of people, process, and technology have not only adapted but thrived—realizing tangible improvements in customer service, reduced costs, and increased efficiencies within their contact center operation, as well as a bump in the overall experience.

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The Crucial Connection Between CX Tech & Training

The Northridge Group

We’ve seen companies that return to the core focus of people, process, and technology have not only adapted but thrived—realizing tangible improvements in customer service, reduced costs, and increased efficiencies within their contact center operation, as well as a bump in the overall experience.

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From 411 Operator to Contact Center Geek: An Interview with Contact Center Operations Expert, Matt Beckwith

Vistio

Today, we have with us, Matt Beckwith, a proud “ Contact Center Geek ” with over 25 years in contact center industry. His passion for CX technology and leadership has led to his current role as the Director of Customer Experience for Clark Pest Control. Thank you, Hailey, appreciate it. Yeah, sure.