{"id":46077,"date":"2024-06-20T11:28:29","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T18:28:29","guid":{"rendered":"\/us\/en\/blog\/?p=46077"},"modified":"2025-06-24T01:29:50","modified_gmt":"2025-06-24T08:29:50","slug":"what-is-an-omnichannel-cloud-contact-center","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/us\/en\/blog\/what-is-an-omnichannel-cloud-contact-center\/","title":{"rendered":"Omnichannel contact center: What it is, why you want one, and how to set one up"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customers increasingly expect a seamless experience regardless of how they reach out to your business. Unless you operate an omnichannel contact center, it\u2019s almost impossible to deliver.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of the frictionless service they desire, customers too often find themselves being passed from agent to agent, explaining the same situation over and over. It\u2019s repetitive. It\u2019s tedious. It\u2019s a good enough reason to lose faith in any company and take their business elsewhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fully optimized cloud-based omnichannel contact center solution connects everything from live chats to social media, and SMS to your CRM system, creating that seamless customer experience and empowering agents to hit KPIs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long story short, the customer journey is one of the most important aspects of your business and an omnichannel contact center ensures you can meet customers where they are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But what actually is it? Read on, and find out, or skip ahead, if you like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-an-omnichannel-contact-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is an omnichannel contact center?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#benefits-of-omnichannel-contact-centers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of omnichannel contact centers<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#omnichannel-contact-center-software-features-to-look-for\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel contact center software features to look for<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#beyond-omnichannel-contact-center-features\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond omnichannel contact center features: What else to expect from a software provider<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tips-for-implementing-an-omnichannel-strategy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips for implementing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> an omnichannel strategy<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#considerations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Considerations when setting up an omnichannel contact center<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#best-practices\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best practices for incorporating omnichannel contact centers<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel contact center FAQs<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-an-omnichannel-contact-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is an omnichannel contact center?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An omnichannel cloud contact center is a customer service platform that allows agents to seamlessly switch back and forth across channels when seeking support. It\u2019s also sometimes referred to as cloud-based <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/call-center-software.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact center software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that handles customer interactions across multiple channels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact center vs call center<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike a call center, a contact center handles a wide range of communication channels\u2014not just phone calls. Customers can reach out to a business over the phone, of course, but also via live chat, social media, email, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most companies today run contact centers, not call centers. However, sometimes there\u2019s confusion between the two terms, with people still using the older term \u201ccall centers\u201d to describe those that offer other channels. You might even hear someone use the phrase \u201comnichannel call center,\u201d but technically there\u2019s no such thing\u2014if it\u2019s omnichannel, it\u2019s a contact center.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact center agents typically have the following responsibilities:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handling inbound and outbound calls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verifying customer information<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resolving customer complaints and providing general customer support<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Responding to emails and SMS messages<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staffing live chat channels<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media support (on channels such as WhatsApp and Instagram)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most contact centers work using VoIP-based software which combines interactive voice response (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/contact-center\/interactive-voice-response.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IVR<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), call screening, voicemail, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/predictive-dialer.html\">predictive dialer<\/a>, call recording, SMS, conference calling, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/video-call.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">video calling<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and more to ensure top quality customer experiences and aid customer retention.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>\u2b50<b> Take your contact center to a whole new level <\/b>\u2b50<\/p>\n<p>Next-Gen Cloud Contact Centers for Dummies\u00ae, RingCentral Special Edition\u00a0eBook<\/p>\n<div class=\"download-form-widget enterprise-download-form\" data-url=\"https:\/\/netstorage.ringcentral.com\/documents\/next-gen-cloud-contact-centers.pdf\" data-id=\"69d2969a29068\" id=\"69d2969a29068\">\n\t\t<button tabindex=\"on\"  on=\"tap:69d2969a29068.toggleClass(class='open')\" class=\"open-modal-download-action download-form-button\" type=\"submit\">Get the eBook<\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"download-form-modal\">\n<div class=\"download-form-modal-body\">\n<div class=\"download-form-modal-content\">\n<div class=\"download-form-modal-title\">Next-Gen Cloud Contact Centers for Dummies\u00ae, RingCentral Special Edition eBook<\/div>\n<form class=\"download-form ENTERPRISE\" method=\"post\">\n<div class=\"download-form-part\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"download-form-input\" aria-label=\"Full Name\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" type=\"text\" name=\"fullname\" placeholder=\"Full Name\" data-dl-events-hover=\"true\" data-dl-element=\"text\" data-dl-additional-info=\"enterprise download form\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"download-form-part\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"download-form-input\" aria-label=\"Email (please enter a work email address)\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" type=\"email\" autocomplete=\"on\" name=\"email\" placeholder=\"Email (please enter a work email address)\" data-dl-events-hover=\"true\" data-dl-element=\"email\" data-dl-additional-info=\"enterprise download form\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"popup_form\" value=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"Lead_Entry_Source__c\" value=\"RC Blog Enterprise\" class=\"download-form-input\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"download-form-part\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"download-form-submit\" type=\"submit\" data-dl-element=\"button\" data-no-auto-dl=\"true\" data-dl-additional-info=\"enterprise download form\" data-dl-name=\"Get it now\">Get it now<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<p> \t\t\t\t\t<button on=\"tap:69d2969a29068.toggleClass(class='open')\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"  class=\"download-form-modal-close\"><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"download-form-modal-thank\"> Happy reading!<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel vs multichannel contact center<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, what about omnichannel? Where does that come in and what does it mean? That\u2019s most easily understood when you compare omnichannel and the similar, but different, \u201cmultichannel\u201d. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An omnichannel approach is a cross-channel strategy that organizations use to streamline all the channels that they provide customer support on in order to create a better customer journey. Communication channels and their supporting resources are integrated and work together as part of one greater whole.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A multichannel approach, on the other hand, also involves multiple channels\u2014the difference is an agent can\u2019t see every single channel\u2019s conversations in one place. For example, with an omnichannel solution, an agent can see from their dashboard that a customer who just called has already reached out twice in the past month\u2014once on email and once on Facebook. With a multichannel contact center, the agent wouldn\u2019t be able to see these different interactions in one place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The omnichannel concept can apply across many different areas of business. An omnichannel shopping experience, for example, might connect the online, in-store, and in-app experience for a customer so they can earn reward points, access relevant product tutorials, or find products more easily. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put simply, omnichannel means that every cog in a machine connects. In a contact center, that means customers can seek support by seamlessly switching back and forth across channels, whether that\u2019s:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone calls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video calls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SMS<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/us\/en\/blog\/social-media-for-small-business\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live chat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile apps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-service channels like FAQs or knowledge bases<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s say Shiv has ordered a new phone online, but it\u2019s damaged. She\u2019s called her network provider a few times and is calling again to resolve the issue. The omnichannel cloud contact center software the phone company uses tracks her details and establishes that Shiv has called in several times already. The agent knows Shiv has an open case, saving her the need to repeat herself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What if Shiv needs to show the damages? Using an omnichannel cloud contact center, the agent can switch from phone call to text, allowing Shiv to take a photo of the phone and send it over.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosted, cloud-based contact center software handles Shiv\u2019s interactions across multiple touchpoints, ensuring that no data is left behind.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why use an omnichannel contact center?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, now that you know the meaning of omnichannel contact centers, why would you choose to use one?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, it\u2019s all about providing a smoother customer experience. The omnichannel model allows customers to contact you via their preferred channel and device, at any time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because customers and agents can move seamlessly between channels as they interact, there\u2019s no risk of conversational threads going astray. With more contact options\u2014including self-service\u2014you can decrease call queues and wait times, reducing frustration for everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offering more options also encourages people to get in touch, which enables you to gather more data. The more you communicate with your customers, the more you learn about them\u2014and you can use this information to create personalized experiences and improve products and marketing campaigns. Data from all channels is in one place for easy access and analysis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel contact centers boost your reputation as customers know they\u2019re talking to a professional and efficient business that cares about their needs. It also future-proofs your business, as more and more customers are keen to use a range of channels. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"benefits-of-omnichannel-contact-centers\">The benefits of omnichannel contact centers<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0We\u2019ve discussed a few of the benefits, but let\u2019s dig a little deeper and find out exactly what an omnichannel contact center can do for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better customer experiences<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main aim of omnichannel cloud contact centers is to boost the customer experience. The contact center functions to communicate with your customers. So, it should communicate in the very best way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customers hate sitting on hold. It can be incredibly frustrating. However, if they\u2019re able to communicate with you via chat, SMS, or social media, this eliminates waiting times.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They also hate repeating their problem over and over again to different agents. When an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/contact-center\/products\/omnichannel.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">omnichannel solution<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is in place, your customer service agents are more in the know and don\u2019t need to ask repetitive and tedious questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All in all, this creates a better customer experience, creating more loyal customers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\t<\/p>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe\" id=\"new-rc-subscribe\"  style=\"background-image:url('\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/ringcentral\/assets\/images\/temp\/subscribe.png')\">\n\t\t<button class=\"close js-popup-close\"><svg class=\"icon_close_mobile\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><use xlink:href=\"#icon_close_mobile\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__wrapper_text\">\n<h3 class=\"rc-subscribe__title h2\">Stay informed with RingCentral<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__subtitle\">Subscribe to our emails for the latest blogs, events, and exclusive content on AI-powered communication solutions. Stay ahead with insights and tips from the leader in trusted AI communications.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/legal\/privacy-notice.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-dl-name=\"Privacy Notic\" data-dl-element=\"link\" data-dl-additional-info=\"social\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Privacy Notice<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__wrapper_form\">\n<form class=\"\" data-event-init=\"true\" novalidate data-js-form>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<input\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tname=\"email\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tplaceholder=\"Email address *\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Must be valid email. example@yourdomain.com\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tminlength=\"4\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmaxlength=\"255\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"email\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trequired\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tpattern=\"[a-z0-9._%+\\-]+@[a-z0-9.\\-]+\\.[a-z]{2,}$\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"field__control\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tautocomplete=\"on\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-required=\"true\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-dl-events-hover=\"true\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-dl-element=\"email\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-dl-additional-info=\"LET'S WORK TOGETHER\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Email address *\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-errormessage=\"email-subscribe-errors\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"field__errors\" id=\"email-subscribe-errors\" data-js-form-field-errors><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<select\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tname=\"Country__c\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trequired\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"field__control\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-required=\"true\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Country *\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-errormessage=\"country-subscribe-errors\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><option value=\"\" disabled=\"disabled\" selected=\"selected\">Country<\/option><option value=\"Canada\">Canada<\/option><option value=\"United_States\">United States<\/option><\/select><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"field__errors\" id=\"country-subscribe-errors\" data-js-form-field-errors><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"submit\" data-event-init=\"true\">Subscribe<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"confirm-form\" role=\"status\" aria-live=\"polite\" style=\"display: none;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"confirm-form__text\">Thank you for your interest in RingCentral<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\t<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving agent efficiency<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good omnichannel contact center solution doesn\u2019t just benefit customers\u2014it makes your agents\u2019 jobs easier too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By connecting and seamlessly integrating your communication channels, it gives agents all the information they need right at their fingertips. There\u2019s no more siloed data or digging through different platforms to find past customer interactions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best contact center solutions will also integrate with your CRM platform and other business tools. That means agents have a wealth of information all in one place to work as efficiently as possible. RingCX and RingCentral Contact Center, for example, have<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/apps\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over 300 pre-built integrations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> .<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visibility into social media conversations<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consumers are all over social media. When they have complaints, they don\u2019t just call in or email anymore. Often, especially with Gen Z customers, social media is the first point of contact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a huge reason why an omnichannel contact center is so beneficial\u2014it can connect all your social media accounts and conversations in one place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By integrating your social media platforms with other support channels like phone and SMS communication, you can make it easier for agents to go through the full customer journey and see where and when customers previously contacted you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether that\u2019s on Facebook Messenger or Instagram Live chat, an omnichannel solution can help you connect to customers quicker than ever before.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-56729\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/03_Ring_CX_Contact_Center_Rich_omnichannel.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Creating a global voice<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business continuity is key. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/cloud-contact-center.html\">cloud contact center<\/a> creates the opportunity to create a global voice for your business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For companies with agents in different regions, an omnichannel <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/us\/en\/blog\/ai-call-center\/\">contact center that\u2019s powered by AI<\/a> can help train your agents to use the same language and messaging across all offline and digital channels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RingCentral\u2019s platform, for example, has AI-powered speech analytics, along with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/contact-center\/workforce-optimization.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">workforce management<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and performance management features.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"omnichannel-contact-center-software-features-to-look-for\" class=\"heading h3 h2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Features of omnichannel contact center software <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56591 size-full\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/RingCX-UI.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1900\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a lot of omnichannel contact center platforms to choose from. How can you ensure you select the right one for you? One first step is to check that any potential software includes the must-have features that your business can\u2019t do without. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before committing to any omnichannel contact center solution, make sure it has: <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel routing<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel routing means connecting customers with the right agents, no matter whether that\u2019s through social media, web chat, or text messages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like with call routing, you can set up rules so that interactions are passed quickly to available agents or those with specific skills to resolve an issue. This leads to shorter handling time and improves first-contact resolution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agent management<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A key part of running an efficient contact center is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">optimizing agent schedules and preventing long hold times for customers. Omnichannel platforms give you the data you need to schedule staff more effectively, factoring in peak times and seasonal spikes in call volume. This also increases agent productivity and minimizes agent effort.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real-time insights<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">improve sales and service with real-time reports and data monitoring to ensure that your business performs as well as possible. Monitor customer preferences and pain points, and use the data to optimize your processes and provide extra coaching to agents where needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI-powered assistance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to artificial intelligence, you can<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">provide real-time guidance to agents during interactions with agent assist and live coaching tools, and automate processes like call scoring.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RingCentral also gives you AI-generated call summaries and transcripts, plus sentiment analysis to tell you how customers really feel.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wide range of supported channels<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel contact center solutions <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">seamlessly connect any and every communication channel that\u2019s important to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">customers. This means you can ensure consistency across interactions, and agents have easy access to previous conversations and customer history. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-service options<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll want your solution to come with features like Interactive Voice Response (IVR), auto-attendant, and chatbots so that customers can self-serve where possible. While these tools gather information and handle simple inquiries, they free up agents for complex tasks, meaning faster response times for customers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Native integrations with other tools<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connecting your other business tools makes for a true omnichannel solution. Alongside CRMs, ticketing tools, and <a href=\"https:\/\/geekflare.com\/software\/secure-calendar-apps\/\">online calendars<\/a>, you can also integrate workforce management solutions, email, SMS, and social media platforms. Look for APIs to create your own integrations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scalability<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud-based solutions allow agents to access the system from anywhere, which enables remote working and global recruitment (and no expensive on-premises equipment). You can<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adapt to customer demands and seasonal fluctuations by easily onboarding new agents or adding extra features.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RingCX and RingCentral Contact Center can connect your contact center agents with customers on their channels of choice, keeping your customers happy and creating a more streamlined <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/us\/en\/blog\/customer-experience\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">customer experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"beyond-omnichannel-contact-center-features\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond omnichannel contact center features: What else to expect from a software provider<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As important as securing the best omnichannel contact center features is, the feature set that a provider can offer isn\u2019t all you need to think about.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When choosing between software solutions, make sure to also consider:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ease of deployment &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A platform can boast all the features in the world, but if your support teams can\u2019t work out how to use them, they\u2019re no good to you. Look for a solution that makes deployment a breeze and that you can get up-and-running in days rather than weeks.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ease of use &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your chosen omnichannel contact center solution should be as intuitive as possible. You want your agents to be able to complete their day-to-day tasks simply and swiftly. If your solution integrates seamlessly with your internal communications tool\u2014like RingCX and RingEX do\u2014all the better.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Availability of support &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how intuitive a solution may be, you\u2019ll likely need support from your provider from time to time. Make sure you can reach them <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">when <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you need to and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you need to.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Reliability and security &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out any prospective provider\u2019s uptime guarantees to ensure your software will always be available to you. If you\u2019re in a regulated industry like healthcare, ensure your provider has the requisite security and compliance certifications too.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-implementing-an-omnichannel-strategy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips for implementing an omnichannel strategy<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First things first, what actually is an omnichannel strategy? It\u2019s important to note that an omnichannel strategy isn\u2019t just about investing in the right software or being on every single channel available. Here\u2019s how to get started with implementing an omnichannel strategy into your contact center:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a01. Do your customer journey mapping\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/us\/en\/blog\/customer-journey-map\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">customer journey map is <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a visual story of your customers\u2019 interactions with your brand. Creating one helps you step into a customer\u2019s shoes and see your business from the customer\u2019s perspective.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s crucial as a first step towards adopting a true omnichannel approach. Here are some customer journey mapping tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do your research: Customer mapping relies on research. You need to drive the results you want. So, firstly gather as much data as possible about your customers. Where are they coming from? Which channels are most popular? Do they stay with you after the initial purchase?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Run surveys and tests. If you have the bandwidth and resources, it\u2019s always best to hear directly from your customers when building your map. You could put a heatmap on your website or survey existing customers, but it will be valuable to see how your customers\u2019 journey actually looks, compared to what you see in your own analytics tools.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interview your team: Typically, your frontline staff will know your customers best. Talk to your agents and contact center leaders to get their perspective on how your customer journey currently looks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Measure it: Be sure to include KPIs or metrics at each step in the journey to help clarify performance gaps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Prioritize: It\u2019s impossible to tackle everything at once. So, once you\u2019ve completed the journey map, decide which pain points are the most important. From your list, you can create a productive and realistic roadmap that actually gets results.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 2. Decide how many channels you want<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sure, all of them would be ideal, but few companies have the resources to have a huge presence on every single contact center channel. It\u2019s often better to offer a few and do them right.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establish your priorities. Do you want to get SMS right first before moving onto social media? Do you want to nail live chat before exploring automation via chatbots?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having your customer journey map on hand will help you here. It\u2019ll tell you what\u2019s most important to your customers, and help you prioritize the right channels. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 3. Address internal barriers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t want to implement omnichannel services if your contact center is struggling with other factors like staffing or legacy technology. Make sure everything is streamlined and working well first.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 4. Balance automation and human engagement<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An optimal omnichannel customer experience is all about understanding how to match customer expectations with the most effective response. Some types of questions can be handled by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/us\/en\/blog\/ai-chatbots-help-with-business-continuity-and-scaling-customer-service\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chatbots<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, others can\u2019t.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the balance right. Again, your customer journey map can help give you insight into how customers reach out to you and for what reasons. Where can automation enhance that and where is the human touch needed? If customers tend to call you about more complex troubleshooting questions, but use live chat for basic issues, you might want to keep your agents on the phones, and start experimenting with chatbots on live chat only for now.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 5. Buy the software<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buying the software should be the final step when going omnichannel. Take the time to research the options and find the best software that addresses your specific customer journey\u2019s gaps and needs. Don\u2019t forget to assess your budget and make sure you\u2019ve accounted for hidden costs and onboarding requirements (like how much time is needed to get started on the new platform).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"considerations\" class=\"heading h2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Considerations when setting up an omnichannel contact center<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up an omnichannel contact center doesn\u2019t have to be an onerous task (especially with a user-friendly solution like those offered by RingCentral). But here are some things to bear in mind before you get started:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business needs and goals<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re deciding on your requirements for an omnichannel contact center platform, you need to have a handle on your business goals and customer needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What exactly are you aiming to achieve with this solution? Are there specific metrics you want to improve, such as average handle time or customer retention? Which metrics will you use to measure progress and success?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technology and integration requirements<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think carefully about the features you\u2019ll need to meet your goals and enhance the customer experience.\u00a0 Look for tools such as smart routing, power dialers, and AI automation, and make sure it includes self-service options.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A CRM integration is a must-have, and you\u2019ll also want the system to connect with your other business applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Budget and ROI<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your budget is one of the key considerations, so think about the overall costs of running an omnichannel contact center\u2014including training and future upgrades. It\u2019s a good idea to figure out the potential return on investment (ROI) to decide whether or not a solution is viable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The advantage of a cloud-based platform is that you won\u2019t have any upfront expenditure or maintenance costs, just a monthly or yearly subscription fee.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agent training and scheduling<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll need to factor in the resources required for training your agents on using the new technology and improving their skills and knowledge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How will you implement training programs without any gaps in service? What type of training will you offer\u2014workshops, 1:1, or online learning? You should also come up with a workforce management strategy to ensure the contact center has the right amount of staff at all times.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consistency and quality<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With an omnichannel approach, you have the opportunity to maintain a consistent brand voice across all your channels. We\u2019re not just talking about the fonts and colors you use\u2014it\u2019s also about tone of voice and messaging. How will you make sure agents adhere to this? Will you use scripts for calls?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that you need to offer a consistent customer service experience across different devices, so run some tests to make sure things like visual elements are properly optimized.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-practices\" class=\"heading h2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best practices for incorporating omnichannel contact centers<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now let\u2019s look at some top tips for incorporating and running your omnichannel contact center and making the most of its smart features.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase the implementation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re migrating from a different system or setting up a contact center from scratch, it\u2019s best to implement the new platform in stages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That way, there\u2019s less risk of a complete failure, as you can check that each element is working properly before moving on to the next. Start with the channels and features that have the most impact on your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritize the right channels<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the customer journey map you created earlier, and identify the channels that customers use the most.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, you can make sure you\u2019re devoting the right amount of resources to these. It\u2019s worth focusing on social media, as more customers are using this channel as a way to get in touch with businesses. Don\u2019t forget that they\u2019ll expect even faster responses with this method!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make full use of AI and automation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automated and AI-powered tools are a real bonus for contact centers as they save time and reduce operational costs. You can use them to automatically route inquiries to the right place, gather essential information from customers before passing them to an agent, and set up automated responses telling customers their message has been received.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tools are often capable of resolving basic customer issues, but make sure your chatbot or IVR \u201cknows\u201d when to escalate the conversation to a live agent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalize your service<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel contact centers enable you to collect more customer data than ever before, and you can use this to personalize every interaction for maximum customer engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With all channels connected to a single platform, agents can instantly access customer history and preferences, and tailor their conversations accordingly. Customers really appreciate being addressed by name and not having to repeat details from previous interactions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep monitoring progress<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s vital that you evaluate the performance of your solution by monitoring key metrics, customer feedback, and agent engagement. Use the data to identify any problems, as well as opportunities to improve workflows through continuous optimization.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep a close eye on customer behavior\u2014are their channel preferences changing over time? You can use surveys such as CSAT (customer satisfaction), NPS (net promoter score), and CES (customer effort score) to assess how happy they are with your service.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An omnichannel contact center is how to futureproof your business<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today\u2019s consumers expect businesses to meet them on their preferred channels <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deliver a seamless customer experience no matter which of those channels they use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your business isn\u2019t supported by the right omnichannel contact center solution, delivering that level of customer experience is nigh-on impossible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for an omnichannel contact center solution, get a demo to learn more about RingCX and RingCentral Contact Center!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel contact center FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the difference between multichannel and omnichannel contact centers? <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People tend to get multichannel and omnichannel muddled up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you know, omnichannel is a customer service function that allows customers to seamlessly switch back and forth across channels. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multichannel is the term for a number of different channels, which run on different systems. Essentially, the difference is that omnichannel contact centers connect and optimize every element, whereas multichannel contact centers don\u2019t. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a closer look at the key differences:<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; height: 240px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><b>Multichannel contact center<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><b>Omnichannel contact center<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uses multiple channels to communicate with customers<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uses multiple channels for customer communication<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each channel provides different services<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Channels can provide the same service<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each channel runs separately from the rest<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Channels run together and cooperate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every channel might use different software<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 24px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All channels are run on the same software<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key information about a customer can be easily missed<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key information and data is tracked, ensuring that information isn\u2019t missed<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customers have to repeat themselves to different agents via separate channels to solve a problem<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agents access all customer information, so the customer doesn\u2019t have to repeat themselves<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the meaning of \u201ccontact center solutions\u201d?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact center solutions or call center solutions are simply other terms for software alternatives. They\u2019re often referred to as \u201csolutions\u201d because the software provides a solution for all your contact center problems. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long does it take to create an omnichannel contact center?<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When implementations are planned using the right omnichannel strategy, it shouldn\u2019t take too long to make the switch to omnichannel.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most implementations take a few weeks, with proper planning. However, this also depends on the size of the contact center. Contact centers with a large number of agents will require more planning and preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I know if my business needs an omnichannel contact center?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any business that wants to provide a seamless experience across channels and improve its customer relationships can benefit from implementing an omnichannel contact center. But there are a few questions to ask yourself:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you struggling to manage high call volumes?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it tricky to find data from previous customer interactions?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you need to improve productivity and efficiency?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you seeing low levels of satisfaction among customers and support agents?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you answered \u201cyes\u201d to any of the above, then the omnichannel approach is a good fit for your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the meaning of omnichannel customer service?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel customer service means that your contact center supports its customers across multiple channels\u2014including phone, messaging, chatbots, video, and social media.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All those channels are connected so that agents can view all previous interactions and customers get a consistent experience, no matter which channel they use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When customers contact you, they can pick the channel that\u2019s most convenient for them. And it\u2019s easy to switch between channels (and devices) without losing access to the conversation thread. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I monitor my contact center with omnichannel supervisors?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By using built-in dashboards, omnichannel supervisors can view all ongoing conversations as well as reviewing interactions later.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They\u2019ll get a picture of performance across the whole contact center. They can listen in on calls, read transcripts, receive alerts about negative sentiment, and step in to help an agent who\u2019s struggling.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, the system displays key metrics like call volume, wait times, and first-call resolution\u2014invaluable for staff scheduling and delivering training to the right people.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Customers increasingly expect a seamless experience regardless of how they reach out to your business. Unless you operate an omnichannel contact center, it\u2019s almost impossible to deliver.\u00a0 Instead of the frictionless service they desire, customers too often find themselves being passed from agent to agent, explaining the same situation over and over. It\u2019s repetitive. 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