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What is Average Handle Time (AHT)?

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On the other, each call must be handled as promptly as possible to ensure that the next caller has a short wait time. Given these opposing demands, how can a center ensure that agents handle each call as efficiently as possible? A classic call center metric to measure this is the Average Handle Time (AHT).

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What is call center technology?

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These centers communicate with customers exclusively by making and receiving telephone calls. The software running these centers can vary, but important metrics are Average Handling Time , First Call Resolution Rate, and Net Promoter Score. Contact Center. Virtual Call Center.

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What is the call center experience?

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Average Handle Time. Average Handle Time ( AHT ) is a metric that measures the average total time an agent spends on a call. AHT is a helpful shorthand to gauge how long calls are taking and how to allocate your resources accordingly. Knowledge management.