Forecasting the Contact Center Workload
Everything to do with getting resources right in a contact center begins with forecasting, predicting what the workload will be. Workload is what leads to how many agents are hired, what your schedule should look like, the number of workstations you need, even how...
Will Contact Center Fundamentals Change?
The technologies powering today’s always-on world, along with fast-evolving customer expectations, are dramatically changing the nature of how products and services are provided and supported. Many leaders are wondering where the trends and developments are taking us....
Stories from the Field: Improving the Service Process
Focusing on improvements at the process level is so powerful. I once did some work for a company that provides software packages for businesses, and I spent some time in their customer support area, the team that provides technical support to customers. A lot of...
Celebrate – often!
Would you go to a game and wait until your team won to cheer? Building an organization (or division, function, or team) that consistently delivers great customer experiences takes focus, work and unwavering commitment. Celebrating progress along the way is essential...