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Enhancing Empathy and Engagement in Customer Service
Customer service leaders everywhere are witnessing an undeniable shift: the rise of AI tools and automation. Yet, the core of outstanding customer service remains grounded in empathy, genuine connection, and trust – qualities that only humans can fully deliver at this point. While AI tools bring undeniable efficiencies, it’s the harmonious blend of technology and…
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Outbound Contact Rate with Daniel Foppen
Daniel Foppen, Head of Product & Product Marketing for Convoso, has over 20 years of CX experience and joins the Contact Center KPI podcast to share his predictions about outbound contact rate. While other KPIs matter, contact rate should be a priority according to Daniel. If your contact rate continues to decrease, that means you’re…
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Improving CSAT Scores with Agent Assist & Quality Management Software
Leaders play a vital role in managing customer expectations and satisfaction regardless of whether they talk to them over the phone or not. Whether you’re in financial services, insurance, or home services, the competition is fierce. Customer expectations are higher than ever and achieving exceptional customer satisfaction is no longer just a nice-to-have… it’s a…
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Why GigCX is Good for Contact Centers
The gig economy has reshaped various industries by offering flexibility and autonomy to workers while meeting the demand for scalable labor solutions. The concept is widely recognized in sectors like transportation and food delivery with giants like Uber and DoorDash leading the charge. However, an emerging frontier for the gig economy is in the realm…
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Agent Performance with Jordan Fleming
Jordan Fleming, CEO of smrtPhone, joined us on the Contact Center KPI podcast for a phenomenal episode on agent performance and his steps to coaching & training. It’s easy to fall into the trap of training and coaching too quickly. But Jordan says you need to think of coaching as time that is needed if…
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Balancing Service Level and Occupancy in Call Centers
Key performance indicators (KPIs) like service level and occupancy are pivotal when it comes to measuring operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in call centers. However, striking the right balance between those two KPIs for your call center is where the challenge lies. This post will explore the importance of service level and occupancy, their interplay,…
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Gig Economy for Contact Centers with Nate Nammour
Nate Nammour, Director of Partnerships at ShyftOff, joined the Contact Center KPI podcast to discuss a gig economy for contact centers and why the traditional W2 employee isn’t the only way. GigCX is a recent trend that utilizes gig-based workers to handle a company’s customer service efforts. This model can be deployed in a variety…