Talkdesk

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Self-service is a hot topic in the call center industry. From knowledge bases to virtual agents, the potential disruption that a solid set of self-service applications can bring to contact center efficiency and customer experience is unquestionable and justifies all the buzz.

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Bold360

APRIL 1, 2020

No matter what happens next, your employees and customers will continue to have questions they need answered (and fast), even as your call center struggles to maintain operational continuity. Call Centers: Too Busy for Regrets. Before we explore solutions, let’s scope out the problem.

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Bold360

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The playbook describes 5 key phases: (1) fortifying your digital self-service; (2) amplifying your digital support; (3) empowering your employees; (4) optimizing your support strategy; and (5) evolving to the next level of self-service. In this post, we’ll focus on phase 5, evolving to the next level of self-service.

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NICE inContact

MARCH 10, 2016

In this blog, we help narrow down this long list to help you focus on the metrics that, when improved upon, will really help your contact center thrive. Check out our list below of the most critical call center metrics and KPIs for both inbound and outbound contact centers. Service Quality. Operational Efficiency.

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Talkdesk

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Promote self-service options front-and-center. The same goes for self-service. Mitigate spikes in call volume and reduce waiting times by empowering customers to help themselves. If you haven’t already invested in intelligent, conversational self-service, consider it for 2021.

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Stella Connect

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Having strategies in place to be able to effectively manage and reduce call center call volume and wait times for customers is key to ensuring customer satisfaction (CSAT) and agent retention. . This when contact centers have also reported increases in call volumes, hold times, difficult calls, and escalations. .

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NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

One thing that can’t be disputed by call center agents and managers is the detrimental impact that angry clients have on working conditions. We refer to this as the “call avoidance” phenomena. How do you deal with call avoidance? Discover 7 winning strategies to tack call avoidance!

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Call Experts

APRIL 8, 2024

We rely heavily on these essential services, from electricity and water to telecommunications and internet services. As a result, for those looking to ensure seamless operations and superior customer service, many companies are deciding to use a call center for utilities as it has proven itself to be quite a powerful tool.

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Win the Customer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Like any other industry, there’s always room for improvement in call center customer experiences. Call centers must deliver the best customer experience from jump, or else risk dealing with an unsatisfied customer, and getting negative press. Here are 7 tips for call centers to improve customer experiences: 1.

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NobelBiz

MAY 7, 2024

Call centers are constantly facing the challenge of maintaining high efficiency while adhering to strict regulatory compliance. This gap has paved the way for hybrid dialer solutions, which integrate seamlessly with existing call center technology to offer the perfect blend of automated and manual dialing capabilities.

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CX Accelerator

MAY 25, 2022

When you do reach out, you want to know that you’re in good hands and that an answer or resolution to your issue is waiting at the end of that interaction. This may be self-service, in-person, phone, email, chat, social media or text message. Jenny began her call center customer service journey on the front lines back in 2005.

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Talkdesk

APRIL 12, 2019

In this blog, we walk you through the most critical call center metrics and explain why they’re important for you to track with call center software. Learn more about how to increase first call resolution. The post 18 Call Center Metrics You Need to Be Tracking Today appeared first on Talkdesk.

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Bold360

DECEMBER 7, 2020

That playbook describes 5 key phases : (1) fortifying your digital self-service; (2) amplifying your digital support; (3) empowering your employees; (4) optimizing your support strategy; and (5) evolving to the next level of self-service. How do self-service tools support optimization and improvement of customer support?

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Talkdesk

APRIL 10, 2019

Tracking The Call Center Metrics That Matter Maintaining a high level of customer experience is difficult, especially considering the dozens of metrics that you could be tracking to help you answer the question “Are my customers happy?”. Learn more about how to increase first call resolution.

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CSM Magazine

JANUARY 28, 2020

Any type of large enterprise or organization knows the inherent value a virtual call center brings to their business. Today’s clients are no longer willing to put up with long wait times or a company that only offers one channel to get in touch through. Figure Out Functionality Needs.

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Uniphore

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Contact centers are the main touchpoints with members, greatly impacting overall member satisfaction. In fact, more than four out of ten members (43%) report that they prefer the call center as the primary channel for communicating about their health plan. Consumers faced long wait times to reach an agent.

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ShepHyken

MAY 22, 2023

This has always been seen as high-potential technology, but in the last few months, it has been used in a more demonstrative way to address challenges faced by contact centers, especially in the post-pandemic environment. Generative AI and other forms of self-service provide a win-win solution for organizations and customers.

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Interactions

APRIL 16, 2024

A dedication to understanding your customers ensures that every interaction is personalized and purposeful, alleviating the pain of lengthy wait times and ensuring each conversation is met with effective, personalized assistance. Self-Service Some IVRs and automated systems only assist customers by directing them to a live agent.

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NICE inContact

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

This makes sense since many of the activities designed to acquire and retain customers and to deliver and support products and services all utilize the contact center in some fashion. But what do you do if your outdated call center can’t deliver? Let’s assume you need better reporting and self-service options.

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Call Experts

APRIL 14, 2023

IVR systems are designed to streamline communication and customer service for businesses through automation and simplifying interactions with callers. McKinsey explains that at one North American call center alone, over 10 million customer requests are handled by IVR technology annually. How Do IVR Systems Work?

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AWS Machine Learning

MARCH 1, 2024

Machine learning (ML) technologies continually improve and power the contact center customer experience by providing solutions for capabilities like self-service bots, live call analytics, and post-call analytics.

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Call Experts

JUNE 15, 2023

We rely heavily on these essential services, from electricity and water to telecommunications and internet services. As a result, for those looking to ensure seamless operations and superior customer service, many companies are deciding to use a call center for utilities as it has proven itself to be quite a powerful tool.

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NICE inContact

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Not only that, it’s also shaved 35 seconds off call handle time, which reduces customers’ wait time and saves the company 35 seconds of telecom costs on each of tens of thousands of calls! With CXone, TruGreen has streamlined its customers’ ability to make payments, both agent-assisted and self-service.

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TechSee

JULY 18, 2019

Wasted customer time – make sure customers never have to repeat themselves or sit idle during extended wait times. Intelligent routing is also key, as nothing is worse than waiting for a supervisor and then finding yourself talking to the wrong department.

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NobelBiz

DECEMBER 11, 2023

By continuously optimizing the call flow process, businesses can ensure that callers are able to reach their destination quickly and efficiently. If you’re navigating call center management challenges, our article, ‘How to Manage a Call Center Efficiently ,’ offers insights from top leaders.

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NobelBiz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Brad Butler, Contact Center Software Consultant @NobelBiz If you’re planning to step up your customer service and loyalty as a call center, we highly recommend this podcast episode: Master Call Center Customer Service in the Digital Age, with Jim Iyoob.

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Inbenta

MAY 16, 2022

From scheduling to account checks and top-ups, chatbots provide a way for customers to carry out a variety of service operations, without the need for a live agent. This has empowered telecom companies to reduce their waiting times, decrease call volume and increase customer satisfaction. What are AI chatbots?

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NobelBiz

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Nowadays, with the advent of technology, customers have multiple channels to interact with businesses that include self-service options like voice-enabled assistants, online portals, and mobile apps. As a result, self-service is becoming a cornerstone of customer experience in contact centers.

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Bold360

AUGUST 27, 2020

The virus drove a radical shift towards digital channels and remote work that impacted both service employees and their customers. The bot and live chat really helped relieve the call center [as it transitioned to WFH and] as customer demand spiked,” she said. Maland and her team scrambled but made things work.

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TechSee

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Customers have access to remote support during waiting times while interacting with IVR, when speaking directly with the agent or while using self-service technologies. 6: Encourage self-service and automation.

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Playvox

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Anecdotally, even the promise of substantially higher contact center agent salaries isn’t resulting in the number of qualified hires call centers need to fully staff up. There are creative measures every call center can take to address agent staffing shortages. Don’t despair. Increased agent burnout.

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ShepHyken

AUGUST 5, 2022

However, it is a non-denying fact that call centers struggle to meet the ever-rising customer standards and queries.? . Technology solutions and automation have the power to improve customer service in multiple ways. navigate an IVR menu and explore self-service options. Bring down the waiting time .

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Inbenta

MAY 11, 2020

Self-service tools such as chatbots, knowledge management, and search engines have become very common and most customers are now used to interacting with these online. Self-service impact on digital customer experience. Customer interaction management to the rescue. Clarified customer journey.

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Call Experts

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Self-Service Tools. The more customers respond to your self-service tools, the fewer people hours you have to fulfill. Also, self-service tools like portals and live chat often have metrics and dashboards built for your company to understand the experience. One call can change your business!

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Bold360

APRIL 13, 2020

Uncertainty and anxiety have catalyzed a flood of customer questions and calls into service centers. Today’s stressed customers don’t want to wait in long queues or get stuck in automated systems that are overloaded and overwhelmed. Self-service remedies divert traffic to manage workflows.

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Stella Connect

JULY 6, 2017

In fact, the more digital tools customers have at their fingertips, the more important (and valuable) the call center becomes. Customers who can’t resolve an issue through self-service, or prefer a high-touch interaction, expect more from call center agents than ever before. Prioritize calls.

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NobelBiz

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Observing this KPI enables you to detect and address your contact center’s dysfunctions. It is also worth noting that call abandonment has a direct impact on customer satisfaction. Call waiting time is one metric that tends to define the quality of a customer’s experience and that of the service.

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