eGain Blogs

APRIL 10, 2023

Media and legal services giant deflected 70% of requests for email and chat customer service with knowledge-powered self-service Hypergrowth digital-only retailer deflected up to 90% of their incoming requests for human-assisted digital service with knowledge-guided digital self-service, including virtual assistance, across multiple brands 2.

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NobelBiz

JANUARY 17, 2022

Call Center agents’ main goal is to handle as many calls as possible effectively and without wasting time. However, it is obvious that insufficient training, incompatible interfaces and other factors might result in an increase of Average Handling Time. What are the appropriate methods to maximize it?

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Myra Golden

APRIL 11, 2023

Despite fewer resources and fewer employees, contact centers are expected to achieve the same or better results. With customer expectations rising and budgets tightening, contact centers are under pressure to deliver excellent service while reducing costs. But how can they achieve this?

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CSM Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The majority (80%) or more rank agent engagement scores as the top measurement metric of the future ahead of traditional customer-centric KPIs such as customer effort (81%) and average handle time (80%). Empower agents with practical coping mechanisms for dealing with frustrated customers.

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COPC

JULY 11, 2016

Posting 1 of 2 in a Series—Call Center Best Practices for Recruiting, Hiring and Training. To improve performance and provide a superior customer experience, call centers often focus on the three main functions of operational management, quality, and workforce management. You cannot rely on just having good processes.

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Kayako

MARCH 29, 2019

Teams that deliver that kind of customer service have one thing in common: they’re constantly working to improve. Great customer service isn’t static—it changes and evolves with things like technology and customer expectations. Train and Empower Your Reps. There’s a lot you can do to get better at customer service.

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COPC

JULY 25, 2016

Posting 2 of 2 in a Series—Call Center Best Practices for Recruiting, Hiring and Training. In our first posting regarding call center best practices for recruiting, hiring and training, we discussed why it is important to determine your minimum requirements for key positions in your call cente r. See Figure 1. See Figure 1.

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Call Experts

APRIL 8, 2024

As Zendesk explains, 60% of customers have a higher standard of service than in the past. Average Handling Time (AHT): AHT measures the average time it takes for a call center agent to resolve a customer’s issue from the moment the call is answered to its conclusion.

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Call Center Net Promoter Score NPS Average Handle Time 52

Eptica

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Not only does this enable them to measure their efficiency , but more importantly it provides insight that can be used to constantly improve how they operate, enabling them to meet continually rising customer expectations. This enables you to benchmark and compare performance and identify team and individual areas for improvement.

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Beyond Philosophy

MARCH 15, 2017

My first manager had a poster on his wall that said, “There isn’t a lot of traffic on the extra mile,” a tenet of Customer Service. Today, that poster might read, “Why meet customer expectations when you could exceed them?” Now the team had no obstacles themselves to making the Customer Experience easy for people.

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Innovative CX

AUGUST 10, 2021

Many organizations look at customer metrics such as those mentioned above as its primary metric to understand how they are performing against customer expectations. While average handle time was a frequently used performance indicator for agents, it can be better used as a health metric.

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Bold360

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Many agents rely on colleagues for help (29%), which means putting customers on hold. And one out of five customer engagements require getting back to the customer later with an answer. As a result, the demands on customer-facing employees has become overwhelmingly complex. Further, training in general is poor.

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Magellan Solutions

MARCH 27, 2024

Technical support, or IT support, refers to the expert services provided by trained professionals to assist with all sorts of tech issues—whether troubleshooting computer systems, software glitches, hardware problems, or network headaches. They invest heavily in training and developing their staff to be tech wizards.

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CSM Magazine

DECEMBER 21, 2021

In our last blog, we revealed how customers crave speed, convenience and emotional empathy when interacting with their favourite brands, a paradox that threatens the status quo of today’s contact centre. These double-edged customer expectations also present a unique opportunity to empower agents and enhance CX. About the Author.

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Magellan Solutions

JULY 11, 2023

These meetings will help with the following: Promote openness Address issues Improve strategies Get feedback Meet customer demands #3) Implementing Comprehensive Training Programs It is crucial to align the outsourced team with the company’s brand values and service standards.

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Call Experts

OCTOBER 19, 2023

As Zendesk explains, 60% of customers have a higher standard of service than in the past. Average Handling Time (AHT): AHT measures the average time it takes for a call center agent to resolve a customer’s issue from the moment the call is answered to its conclusion.

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Call Center Net Promoter Score NPS Average Handle Time 59

Press 1 For Nick

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020

In the IT space, employees are not as efficient with legacy tools; they have to be trained on old systems, and they likely will be frustrated with stand-alone applications and mismatched reports, which may lead to decreased job satisfaction and a higher rate of employees leaving for companies with modern systems.

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Comm100

MARCH 28, 2019

Systemic errors within software setup, resourcing and agent training in these examples have led to nightmare customer scenarios going viral, with companies scrambling to control the damage done after the event. Invest in quality agent training. When you offer live chat, customers expect agents to respond quickly to queries.

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Stella Connect

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It’s important for agents to take charge of the conversation early and steer the service interaction in the right direction by treating the customer’s problem as a common enemy, using only positive language, and suggesting a resolution that best suits both the customer and the brand. Make Policy Exceptions When Appropriate.

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CSM Magazine

JULY 16, 2020

This means your agents need to have a higher level of skill when dealing with customers over the phone in order to resolve these more complicated concerns, especially when it relates to sensitive information such as outgoings and earnings, for example. 2) Equip agents to deal with both mundane and complex calls.

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Comm100

MARCH 28, 2019

Systemic errors within software setup, resourcing and agent training in these examples have led to nightmare customer scenarios going viral, with companies scrambling to control the damage done after the event. Invest in quality agent training. When you offer live chat, customers expect agents to respond quickly to queries.

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Bold360

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Every customer expects fast and accurate service. But too often customers who contact a business are put in a queue where they must “wait for the next available agent.” Decreased Average Handle Time (AHT). Here are 6 benefits intelligent routing offers: 1. The post What is Intelligent Routing?

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CSM Magazine

JULY 16, 2020

This means your agents need to have a higher level of skill when dealing with customers over the phone in order to resolve these more complicated concerns, especially when it relates to sensitive information such as outgoings and earnings, for example. 2) Equip agents to deal with both mundane and complex calls.

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Omni-Channel Financial Self Service Customer Experience 52

NobelBiz

JUNE 19, 2023

To master real-time management, call center supervisors can adopt the following strategies: Robust Training: Providing comprehensive training to supervisors equips them with the necessary skills and knowledge to analyze and interpret real-time data effectively.

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CSM Magazine

MAY 17, 2021

Customer experience is more important than ever. As already-high customer expectations continue to evolve, businesses need to pivot rapidly to meet them. And with so much still in flux, that’s not set to change any time soon. Operational: first time resolution, average handle time, and escalation rate.

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NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Your business will be at its best if you’re offering your customers something valuable that they want, as well as giving them the opportunity to get in touch. Offer training The best way to achieve a good launch of a new channel is to make sure your employees are aware of the new channels and know how to use them.

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Eptica

JULY 4, 2018

Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2018 Author: Anne-Merete Jensen - Senior Business Consultant How to reduce Average Handling Time and improve quality. This reduces agent time spent scrolling down the queue, lessens backlogs and improves AHT. Measuring the customer experience: three key considerations.

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VDS

MARCH 22, 2019

In the IT space, employees are not as efficient with legacy tools; they have to be trained on old systems, and they likely will be frustrated with stand-alone applications and mismatched reports, which may lead to decreased job satisfaction and a higher rate of employees leaving for companies with modern systems.

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NobelBiz

JANUARY 25, 2021

The Average Handling Time (AHT) – Time As the saying goes in business, “Time is Money”. In more practical terms, each interaction requires a certain amount of time for resolution. This implies setting up a grid of customer expectations (e.g. This is the golden rule in the call center world.

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NobelBiz

JANUARY 16, 2024

By actively listening, empathizing, and providing tailored solutions, businesses can meet customer needs effectively. Promptness and efficient call handling are key to satisfying customer expectations, while excellent communication skills ensure clear and concise information delivery, minimizing frustration and increasing customer confidence.

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SurveySensum

APRIL 28, 2023

Closing the Feedback Loop But the most important part of using NPS in customer service is what you do with the feedback you get. Use the insights you gain from NPS surveys to make meaningful changes to your customer service processes. Respond to customers and let them know how you are addressing their concerns.

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Call Experts

JULY 28, 2022

We also have specialized training and agents who understand your brand and business. They can handle various special events, from seasonal marketing campaigns to annual healthcare enrollments. . First-Class Training. Training is an essential part of improving the efficiency of a contact center.

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Qualtrics

APRIL 17, 2021

Customer experience is more important than ever. As already-high customer expectations continue to evolve, businesses need to pivot rapidly to meet them. And with so much still in flux, that’s not set to change any time soon. What’s more, those experts are a pre-qualified talent pool for the wider business.

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Bold360

JANUARY 10, 2019

While customer experience is front and center these days, the experience of the customer service agent often gets overlooked. These unsung heroes work tirelessly behind the scenes to meet ever-higher customer expectations and volume. Companies are constantly scrambling to hire and train replacements.

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Stella Connect

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Wondering what the top drivers of customer sentiment , purchase decisions, customer reviews, customer satisfaction and customer experience will be in 2022? Keep reading to find out the four biggest customer service trends for 2022. . . #2: 2: Time Is Money for You—and Your Customers.

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CSM Magazine

JUNE 1, 2018

In industries where companies depend on customer service excellence, success is driven by the right people, processes, and a cultural commitment to customer satisfaction. . Increasingly we see companies turning to artificial intelligence tools in order to, enable and drive an effective and friendly customer service operation.

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Stella Connect

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Erlang C Formula: Balance Customer Service Calls with Call Center Staffing Costs. Erlang, is a standard formula for determining the number of call center agents needed based on call volume, average handle time (AHT), and your specific customer service goals in terms of service level and target answer time.

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