Do you have abandonment issues? Wait. Sorry. I should probably specify what I’m asking here. Do customers abandon your phone support lines more frequently than you’d like? Okay. Good. Now that we all know we’re in the right place, let’s talk solutions. Because unlike some metrics, call abandonment rate is one number managers can influence […]
A customer who chooses to call your support team wants a rapid resolution to whatever is on their mind. 33% of respondents consider prioritizing first-call resolution rates the key to providing quality customer service If a fast and final answer wasn’t their priority, they might be content sending an email, starting a chat, or studying […]
Despite the growing prevalence of alternative channels such as live chat or social media, the phone channel remains a staple. When customers need support, they want it to be easy, quick, and efficient regardless of the channel. Support teams must offer a seamless experience across channels and meet customers exactly where they are. Customers themselves […]
Prologue It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, and it was 2:24 PM when the two customer support calls were placed. They made their way through office phone systems, through two headsets and fell on two sets of ears. Two agents picked up, gave their names, and listened to two […]
We’re delighted to announce our partnership with Kustomer, whose intelligent support CRM now integrates flawlessly with Aircall’s phone system. Kustomer aims to transform the way businesses serve their customers by providing a CRM which streamlines support operations and increases support teams’ productivity. Their software centralizes customer interactions over multiple channels, and empowers support representatives to […]
Nowadays, an ever-growing list of companies and professionals opt to work remotely. The number of remote workers has been steadily rising since the 90’s. This increase is easily explained: a majority of telecommuters report heightened productivity and reduced stress, and their employers notice a lower employee turnover and savings in operating costs. You may be […]
Sales is an incontrovertibly competitive field. So naturally, the competitive people who make up that field are always looking to improve their performance, from first contact to close. This article will detail how the combination of empowered salespeople and effective processes (such as click-to-dial) can light a fire under a sales department’s productivity. Boosting sales […]
A traditional phone installation can be rather fragmented: SIP phones for hardware, disparate software for contacts, call logs, support tickets, task assignment, etc. A collaborative phone solution is a phone setup which unifies communication (both internal and external) across your whole team and your various business tools. How does a collaborative phone solution work? Computer […]
We’ve looked at how to successfully scale your customer support team before. But before you can scale your team from one to five, or ten, or a whole busload, you need to start building it. What about your very first scaling operation, the one from zero to one? This article will explain how to recruit […]
When your operation is in its infancy, it’s easy to dispense personal, dedicated, effective customer support. However, as your business grows (and if you offer excellent customer service, chances are, it will), so will your support team. You’ll have to scale customer support, and this is where things get complicated. When your reach is limited, […]
There are various call center routing strategies, some of more benefit than others, depending on company specifics. While the advantages of each strategy vary depending on a company’s needs, two fundamental goals remain the same across the board: call center efficiency and increased customer satisfaction. Call Center Customer Satisfaction Call center efficiency and customer satisfaction […]
One of the most important yet overlooked aspects of a call center agent’s duties is after call work. After call work is a common pain point for call centers, and can negatively affect agent efficiency, customer satisfaction, and call center overall level of service if neglected. This article will explore ways that to expedite and […]
Why do we use phrases that upset customers? Customer service can be a difficult field of work. Call center agents repeatedly find themselves wedged between irate customers and prickly issues. Being a successful customer service representative requires certain skills which include patience, attentiveness, and empathy. Nevertheless, even the most qualified agent has found themselves uttering […]
Setting up a call center for your business is an investment of both time and money. In order to navigate this operation as well as possible, here is a guide to help you get off on the right foot when you build a call center. This guide will be useful regardless of the type of […]
What is a CRM solution? Customer Relationship Management software, or CRM, is a program designed to gather all aspects of your customer information in one place. A CRM solution helps your business organize interactions and relationships with customers and prospects alike. CRM software centralizes all the data pertaining to your current and future customers, so […]
Why are solid customer satisfaction skills conducive to success? When asked why they feel they would make a good customer service representative, aspiring hires can find themselves at a loss for an answer. Nevertheless, there are certain crucial customer satisfaction skills which every hire must demonstrate. Customers won’t walk away from an experience with a […]
Call center monitoring is the continuous process of data collection, analysis, and feedback. First, you gather data pertaining to your call centre’s performance (employee efficiency, customer attrition, speediness of execution, etc.), then gain insight from it, and then implement change relative to that insight. Finally, you start over from the top. A successful call center […]
With the growing importance of alternative channels available to customers, some businesses think that they no longer need a professional phone system. However, the phone is still a crucial channel for both support and sales. Therefore, you need to choose the right business phone system. Besides, office phone systems no longer have to be a […]
The phone system for modern business
