September 2005     Volume 13, Number 7


 

Call Recording and Quality Monitoring

By Steve Martin 

Today's call recording systems can provide virtually any type of recording you may need, but determining which one is right for your call center takes a bit of forethought and careful planning.

 


 

Call Recording/Voice Logging Systems

By Peter DeHaan

Call recording systems, or voice loggers, serve multiple functions in today's call center.  From   a verification resource, to a training tool, to quality assurance device, they are an indispensable instrument. 

 


 

Selecting and Mentoring Call Center Supervisors

By Matt Harless 

Without supervisors, a call center would quickly fall apart, but what makes a good supervisor?  There are two basic types; make sure that you have the right one.

Making the Most of Music-On-Hold

By Gary A. Pudles and Brendan Read 

Music-on-hold and messages-on-hold are an expected feature of today's call center.  Yet for something so expected and basic, there are many facets that can cause problems if not carefully considered and implemented.

 


Music-On-Hold Flexibility

It seems no two clients agree on the ideal music-on-hold.  Therefore, a system with maximum flexibility is the best solution

 


 

 


 

The Secret to Hiring Top Agents

By David Filwood 

Just because an applicant says they like to talk on the phone, doesn't mean they will make a good call center agent.  Hiring smart and hiring right can decrease turnover and increase quality.

From the Publisher:  
The Myth of Self-Service

Self-service is generally not selected because it is the superior option, but because it is the least objectionable one.

 


Simplifying Data Storage Using a Backup Appliance

By John Pearring

What's your call center's plan for data backup, archive, and disaster recovery?  Do you have a plan?  Is it being followed?  A backup appliance may be the answer. 

 


Tips for More Effective Email Communication

By David Friedman

Don't let your message be mistaken for spam; these eight tips will help your email get through – and be more effective.

 


Whitepapers:

 

The Economics of Customer Relationship, presented by Strativity Group

 

Weighing Productivity-Quality to Assess Performance, presented by NetReflector

 


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