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Hyper Efficiency: The Next Frontier in Contact Center Operations Management

NobelBiz

For instance, McKinsey.com found that using advanced real-time analytics: reduced average handle time by up to 40%, increased self-service containment rates by 5 to 20%, cut employee costs by up to $5 million, boost the conversion rate on service-to-sales calls by nearly 50%, all while improving customer satisfaction and employee engagement.

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A Beginner’s Guide On An Effective Inbound Call Strategy

OctopusTech

Engage agents The saying “happy agents make happy customers” may be overused, but that doesn’t mean it’s not 100% true. Engaged employees feel an emotional commitment toward their employers and are more vested in helping their employers succeed. Fight the urge. Train your supervisors.

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Small Business Call Center Software Solutions

Noble Systems

Auto-Attendant and IVR. Adding an IVR (interactive voice response) to the mix provides additional options, such as gathering more specific information to help send the call to the right place (ie, differentiating between a new order, customer service on a previous order, or a billing question).

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Contact Center Trends 2021: The CX Watershed

Fonolo

Voice is still the dominant channel in the contact center and will remain so for many years. “Expect to see more focus on digital and self-service, less brick and mortar, more efficiency-builders for company and customer, and an increased call for the return of voice to handle the challenging stuff.

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Contact Center Agent Burnout – Part 2, Causes and Remedies

Noble Systems

Incorporating Gamification into your new hire and perpetual training programs allows agents to develop and strengthen competencies at their own pace. Friendly competition engages agents and motivates them to continually improve. The right IVR solution can provide better customer service as well as reduce the reliance on your agents.

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17 Surprising Stats About Call Centers

Fonolo

With the “era of the customer” in full swing; the increase in customer expectation for omnichannel communication; and the never-ending developments in communication methods through AI-powered self-service; it is easy to overlook the importance that the call center plays in the customer experience. This is listed by 34% of U.S.

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5 Ways to Transform Contact Center Customer Experience

Transparent BPO

That starts by understanding customer pain points, such as being required to repeat information multiple times and letting IVRs get in the way. Don’t Force Self-service on Customers Self-serve options can be great for customers who are in a hurry, but not when they need to speak with an agent.