CSM Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Average handle time is an important contact centre metric but it can be a double-edged sword that creates customer dissatisfaction. So, is Average Handle Time (AHT) still a relevant metric and what does it mean for contact centres today?

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Playvox

APRIL 4, 2023

While sometimes interaction avoidance truly is an agent trying to get out of work, in many other instances, it’s a way to cope with feeling overwhelmed by customer mistreatment or aggression. They’re not avoiding interactions, but they’re not going the extra mile either, usually because they’ve become so disengaged.

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Playvox

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Even if you do have one, now is a good time to revisit it and make sure it covers everything it should. Related Article: 5 Ways Contact Center Managers Are Adapting to Remote Work. If you’re not offering remote work arrangements or are planning to bring agents back to an office this year, it might be time to reconsider.

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Contact Center Policies Guidelines Average Handle Time 74

NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This article delves into the essential aspects of call center optimization, including the tools and best practices that can drive performance improvements. Smart Call Routing : Directs calls to the most suitable agent based on expertise, language, or past interactions. Table of Contents What is Call Center Optimization?

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Leading research and consulting firm Gartner predicts that Conversational AI will reduce contact centre labour costs by $80billion in 2026 and over the same period, one in 10 agent interactions (10%) will be automated, an increase from an estimated 1.6% of interactions today. Here are a few quick-win ideas to bridge the gap: 1.

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NobelBiz

MARCH 5, 2024

This article will be your ultimate guide on call center reporting, where we’ll take you through how Nobelbiz’s cutting-edge capabilities are redefining what it means to excel in customer service. This includes calls, emails, live chat, and social media.

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BlueOcean

JUNE 26, 2018

Our employees are trained to listen for and include those small pieces of information in the guest’s file – so the next agent who interacts with that guest can reference the small details. Every front desk agent is challenged to write a “WOW statement” every day about an awesome customer interaction. Are they listening?

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Playvox

JULY 14, 2023

Contact Center Agent Productivity Defined Call center agent productivity is based on the efficiency and effectiveness with which your agents handle customer interactions, such as incoming calls, emails, chats, and social interactions. How long does it take agents to handle an inbound call or inquiry?

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 18, 2019

This week we feature an article by Tim Houlne who writes about the importance of integrating technology into your business to provide the optimum customer experience. – Shep Hyken. It’s that time of year again. Time to start planning for your 2019 customer experience initiatives. Would you ever use that airline again?

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ShepHyken

JULY 11, 2022

Each week I read many customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. My Comment: We start this week’s Top Five Roundup with an article that shares three simple but powerful ideas. It’s part of the customer experience.

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ShepHyken

JANUARY 22, 2021

This week we feature an article from Tanya Bansal , Marketing Executive at Ameyo. The supervisors can listen to the live calls, monitor the agents’ performance, provide on-call assistance to help the agents have qualified interactions. F or more articles from Shep Hyken and his guest contributors go to customerserviceblog.com.

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NobelBiz

APRIL 18, 2023

In this article, we will explore proven strategies and techniques to help you unlock the full potential of your team and achieve stellar performance. These metrics should be data-driven, allowing you to identify areas of improvement and track progress over time. Look no further! Why is benchmarking important?

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CSM Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2022

And with businesses and stores largely closed, the contact centre quickly became the new frontline for customer engagement. It’s time to place voice at the heart of the CRM Customer Engagement Centre. And, because calls are transcribed in real-time, there’s no need for advisors to take notes.

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COPC

JUNE 9, 2023

This blog article discusses the importance of employing multiple types of AI, implementing effective controls and guardrails, and adapting specific roles within the CX organization. Additionally, the high volume of interactions handled by CX professionals creates fertile ground for AI-driven efficiencies.

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NobelBiz

JANUARY 17, 2022

However, it is obvious that insufficient training, incompatible interfaces and other factors might result in an increase of Average Handling Time. But, how is the Average Handling Time (AHT) calculated? Everything is explained in this article. What are the appropriate methods to maximize it?

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Playvox

APRIL 5, 2022

Fortunately, there is a way forward: leveraging the right workforce engagement management (WEM) tools. Related Article: What is Workforce Engagement Management (And Why It Matters). These include cost and efficiency metrics, such as first contact resolution (FCR) and average handle time (AHT). But engaged?

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NobelBiz

JANUARY 16, 2024

They include interactions, through text messages or emails. In a call center campaign, agents can engage in various activities depending on the objectives set by the business. Cold Lead Outreach Cold lead outreach in outbound call center campaigns requires a strategic approach to engage potential customers.

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Playvox

DECEMBER 5, 2022

When it comes to call avoidance (or, more accurately these days, interaction avoidance ), you usually know it when you see it. It’s easier than you think to misjudge an agent in an interaction, so I’ve assembled examples of interaction avoidance along with actions you should take when it occurs. Review interaction handle time.

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Bold360

APRIL 28, 2021

What can we learn from a year transformed by a global pandemic and the rapid shift to digital engagement? That businesses can actually improve their key indicator metrics during uncertain times if they have the right systems and tools in place. Then we worked with the bank on handling routine customer conversations.

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COPC

JUNE 9, 2023

In our previous articles, “ Benefits of a Balanced Scorecard for Performance Management ” and “ Creating a Balanced Scorecard: What to Consider ,” we delved into the significance of utilizing this strategic tool and explored the essential factors to keep in mind when developing one.

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TechSee

OCTOBER 19, 2021

In this article we will discuss how to reduce returns in e-commerce and explore a number of tried and true strategies. Visual assistance is an emerging technology powered by video and augmented reality that allows users to instantly stream their mobile device camera or screen for real-time, interactive visual engagement.

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Playvox

JUNE 10, 2022

In fact, McKinsey estimates that “the average 500-agent call center in North America allocates around $2 million of staff time to coaching activities every year.”. One business in a McKinsey study experienced twice the average retention rate in teams where coaches spent more than 60% of their time on the contact center floor.

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Playvox

OCTOBER 19, 2021

According to an article published on TechTarget , 35% of businesses report having difficulty finding contact center agent candidates with the necessary skills. Worsening the cycle, burnout leads to attrition at a time when contact centers can’t afford to lose agents. ENJOYING THIS ARTICLE? Increased agent burnout.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 8, 2022

In this article, we will discuss CX strategy- what it is, why you need one and how to build one for your brand. These will help you understand your customer base and the pain points they experience while interacting with your brand. Customers today want convenience and personalization while interacting with a brand. Bottom line.

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NobelBiz

JULY 11, 2022

This article discusses Dynamic Agent Scripting, its nature, benefits, and impact on the customer experience. The agent dynamic scripting tool equips your agents with the knowledge they need to handle each client engagement effectively. Average Handling Time: Agents’ lives are greatly simplified by dynamic scripting.

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ShepHyken

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

This week we feature an article by Brian Cantor who gives us a list of ways to achieve success and consistency when communicating with customers on any channel. – Shep Hyken. The proper first step therefore involves identifying a clear pain point or efficiency gap within the customer engagement journey. Task: Measure Agent Effort.

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Playvox

APRIL 6, 2023

Related Article: Can Your WFM Solution Accurately Forecast In A Modern Digital Contact Center? If too many people are scheduled, you’ll see downtime between interactions, lower occupancy rates, and lower employee productivity for the agents. Related Article: 5 WFM Scheduling Tips To Make The Most Of Your Agents (and Improve Efficiency!)

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UJET

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

But when the interactions between your customers and your agents are filled with repetitive questions, long holds, and awkward pauses, the human connection falls to the wayside. No matter how friendly, helpful, and professional your agent is, if your customer engagements are lengthy and repetitive, your customers aren’t going to be happy.

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NobelBiz

JULY 25, 2023

Interaction Analytics often termed the keystone of customer engagement strategies, provides businesses with a profound look into customer behaviors, preferences, and patterns when engaging with products or services. What is Interaction Analytics?

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NobelBiz

MAY 2, 2023

This article is based on a recent discussion between the two experts within the NobelBiz Webinar Series , hosted by Brad Butler, a highly-skilled professional with more than ten years of experience in the contact center space. Many of the unique webinar’s talking points are expanded here in this article.

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UJET

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

But when the interactions between your customers and your agents are filled with repetitive questions, long holds, and awkward pauses, the human connection falls to the wayside. No matter how friendly, helpful, and professional your agent is, if your customer engagements are lengthy and repetitive, your customers aren’t going to be happy.

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NobelBiz

JUNE 19, 2023

From monitoring agent performance and customer interactions to identifying emerging trends and addressing issues proactively, real-time monitoring is a game-changer. In this blog article, we’ll explore the transformative impact of real-time monitoring in call centers and how it can take customer experiences to new heights.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2022

In addition, organisations claim they are three times more likely than before the crisis to say that at least 80% of customer interactions are now digital in nature. Getting the research, design and testing right will avoid costly mistakes and keep customers and employees happy through closer engagement. About the Author.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 17, 2021

Happier, more engaged and more empowered agents aren’t just nice to have: they also cut the cost and resource-drain that comes with undesired attrition. Plus, agents who have positive employee experiences add value over time. The more engaged they are, the more inclined they’ll be to deliver an excellent service.

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ViiBE Blog

AUGUST 17, 2021

Share this article. Share this article. CEM takes data from all customer interactions and analyzes it in order to design the perfect customer service system that will not only meet, but also exceed their customer expectations, thus increasing customer satisfaction, brand loyalty, and overall business performance. Share on email.

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Playvox

JANUARY 11, 2024

The key functions of contact center workforce management are: Long-term capacity planning Interaction volume forecasting Staff scheduling Intraday management Historically call center managers maintained spreadsheets for agent forecasting and scheduling. Related reading: Playvox eBook: Top Tips for Engaging and Motivating Agents 5.

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Talkdesk

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

A business, in their eyes, could either emphasize fast, transactional interactions or elaborate, emotionally driven conversations. They absolutely do expect speedy, frictionless interactions that produce resolutions on the first contact. They are also looking for engaging, personalized, high-quality interactions.

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