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Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology continues to gain greater acceptance as a reliable communication solution that small and mid-sized enterprises (and even large corporations) rely upon. With VoIP’s array of benefits like mobility, scalability, cost-savings, and overall efficiency, it truly enables businesses to connect and collaborate with their employees, associates, and customers in an easier, more convenient, and less expensive way when compared to traditional phone services.
According to the National Hurricane Center, the Atlantic hurricane season occurs on June 1st until November 30th; while the Eastern Pacific hurricane season is from May 15th and ends November 30th.
This means we still have more than a month to go before we can officially bid adieu to the likes of Florence and Michael, two of the most powerful cyclones that left a trail of devastation in the Carolinas and Florida Panhandle, respectively.
The emerging technologies that have made their way into the world of business have simplified and streamlined the process of communications for organizations both internally and externally. From online meetings, video conferencing, to quick and secure file sharing, new enterprise solutions have radically changed how companies operate.
From voice-controlled assistants and self-driving cars, to industry-specific applications designed to manage and automate routine tasks, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no doubt creeping into all areas of our lives. It's no longer some sci-fi concept we see on screen, but it has become a reality that is bringing so many opportunities and possibilities. One of the best industries in which AI is showing not just promise but yielding real benefits is the contact center.
To say that today's workplace is very different from what it used to be ten years ago is an understatement. The world of work has significantly evolved over the past decades, and continues to be shaped by a number of factores--from various technological breakthroughs to the emergence of a new breed of workers.
Speech analytics is a relatively new frontier in the contact center technology market--but one that is quickly growing and gaining popularity. With speech analytics, contact centers get the ability to extract analytical data from customer conversations and turn them into practical information. This is crucial for organizations looking to take agent performance as well as the customer experience to the next level.
With the growing number and popularity of alternative communication channels, some companies believe that a phone system is no longer necessary for conducting business. However, a professional business phone solution remains to be an essential tool for fueling business growth--especially in the areas of sales and support.
The Unified Communications and Collaboration market is in the midst of a rapid transformation. With big players merging and new names coming to the forefront, plus with constant innovation and new solutions making their way onto the market, it’s safe to say that more can be expected from the industry this year.
Text messaging, more commonly referred to as “texting,” has evolved from a simple way for friends and family to connect to a powerful business communication tool. Due to its speed, simplicity, and reach, text messaging has become a viable communication channel for business marketing and outreach.
Conference calling has been a staple in business environments for decades as it helps to efficiently bring together both internal and external stakeholders from virtually anywhere. Despite the proven benefits of conferencing calling, such as accessibility and simplicity, this powerful communication tool remains plagued with several issues that often make conferencing calling efforts ineffective.
There was a time when Artificial Intelligence (AI) was merely a fantasy in the realm of science fiction. But through decades of rigorous academic research and innovation, AI is finally (and steadily) permeating our daily lives. From Siri and Alexa to Watson and Google Now, endless applications are utilizing the best in AI technology. But it’s not just limited to residential uses: businesses are finding many ways to take advantage of the functionalities of AI.
Call centers collect and generate a massive amount of data on a daily basis. Yet in most of these operations (and especially in legacy call centers), the data being tracked and analyzed has always been quantitative in nature: the number of calls received, call length, hold times, and resolution rates. But due to the increase in the focus on the customer experience, modern contact centers have come to a realization: while such details and numbers are helpful, they are no longer enough to measure (and ensure) the success of a contact center.
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