Contact center operations
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How do you prepare your contact center for solar and electric vehicle demand?
Keenan Samuelson, Lauren Potter | June 11, 2019
This Ask E Source answer has tips on preparing your contact center for an increase in solar and electric vehicle (EV) customer demand. We recommend using customer-friendly language, including solar and EV options on the IVR menu, and developing a knowledge base for agents.
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How to deflect calls and improve self-service
Akila Sarathy | August 28, 2023
By reducing the number of calls your contact center receives, you’ll likely reduce operating costs and increase customer and employee satisfaction. Learn how to create an effective call-deflection strategy, so contact center agents can spend more time focusing on the customer experience.
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What are best practices for noting gender in customer accounts?
Lisa Schulte | April 26, 2023
When a contact center representative (CSR) assumes a caller’s gender based on the sound of their voice, it can lead to confusion and poor customer service. Find out how to train your CSRs to be more gender inclusive and better support customers.
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Customer and Employee Experience Awards
Each year, we celebrate the great work utilities do to create excellent experiences for their customers and provide a supportive and engaging workplace for their employees with the E Source Customer and Employee Experience Awards. Learn more about the awards and how to submit an entry!
What are HR best practices for contact centers?
Eryc Eyl | March 29, 2018
This Ask E Source answer highlights some best practices for hiring and retaining contact center representatives.
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Huntsville Utilities Knows How to Win Back Customers
Lisa Schulte | February 1, 2018
When Huntsville Utilities’ customers began driving to its office because it was quicker than calling customer service, the utility knew it needed to make some changes. Customer service manager Kim Torres explains the tactics Huntsville Utilities used to rebuild its relationship with customers.
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