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Why Call-Back Algorithms and Estimated Wait Times Fail

Fonolo

It’s important to understand that call-back products using algorithms and estimated wait times often come up short, leaving customers waiting on hold a second time. Some algorithms simply calculate the estimated wait time (EWT) for calling a customer back, while others use more complex calculations.

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How to Enhance CX Metrics Strategically

Outsource Consultants

In a recent article for CXM Today, we gave our complete guide to call center tools and metrics to drive CX growth. But, for those ready to dive in now, we draw similar conclusions in our advice for how using CX metrics more strategically can best guide your labor and technology choices. We encourage you to check it out.

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Call Center Metrics and KPIs to Measure Performance and Productivity

CCNG

There is a great deal of debate about what metrics call centers should measure now, especially with COVID-19 and the accompanying shift to work-at-home agents, staffing shortages, and persistent supply chain issues straining customers’ patience. Times have changed, and where necessary, call center and BPO metrics must change with them.

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The Essential Chatbot Success Metrics

Comm100

To understand how effective chatbots can be, there are several chatbot success metrics you need to track. With that in mind, in this article we’ll break down the top chatbot performance metrics that you should pay attention to, starting with the staple chatbot metrics and then moving onto the more technical chatbot metrics.

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The Top 3 Ways to Forecast for Your Contact Center

It can be difficult to schedule the right amount of agents at the right time. Download our ebook to learn how to reduce overstaffing and understaffing, lower customer wait times and improve the customer experience with proper forecasting. Forecasting is no easy task.

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Call Center Service Levels: Calculations, Metrics, & Industry Standards

Callminer

Providing key metrics and clear numbers is primordial in any industry, and it becomes particularly challenging in the field of call centers. The most basic definition of a service level is: a measurable number of services provided to a customer within a given time period. Figure out the best metrics for your business.

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Reduce Call Center Average Wait Time To Profit Today

Voiptime

It’s presumed to think that average handle time is the top-notch metric for your call center. There're many claims over the internet that each customer service representative screwed up unless the average waiting time on picking up the phone is 20 seconds or so. Even they're forced to wait longer.