Articles - Workforce Management (WFM)

Workforce Management (WFM) is at the heart of contact centre success, ensuring the right people are in the right place at the right time. This hub gathers expert articles, case studies, and practical tools that help you plan, schedule, and optimise your workforce with confidence. Discover strategies for accurate forecasting, real-time management, and effective use of WFM software, alongside tips for improving agent engagement and adherence. The insights here will help you create a balanced operation that delivers great service while maintaining control of costs and resources.

How Can Technology Prevent Understaffing?
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Webinar Recording: Unlocking the Latest WFM Secrets
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Trend Watching: What’s Happening With Forecasting?
The Trials and Tribulations of Shift Swaps
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The Best Shift Patterns for the Contact Centre
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Spreadsheets do not Replace WFM for Forecasting
7 Ways to Offer Multilingual Customer Service
What to Look for When Buying Workforce Management Technology
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Workforce Planning: 20 Fundamental Rules
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10 Quick Fixes to Deal With Increased Call Volumes (Updated!)
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Planning for Schedule Variance
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Is It Best to Schedule or Free-Style Agent Breaks?
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50 MORE Expert Tips to Improve Contact Centre WFM
2020 Survey Report: What Contact Centres Are Doing Right Now
Call Centre Workforce Management: 2020 Survey Results
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Podcast – WFM Tricks That Will Get You Through Busy Periods
Trade Secrets: How to Get the Best Out of Your WFM Software
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An Easy Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Schedule
How Do I… Manage and Schedule Multi-Skilled Agents?
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Should Agents Get Unlimited Paid Annual Leave?
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14 Best Practices for Maximizing Your Service Level
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Erlang X – Everything You Ever Wanted to Know
From Chaos to Control! Why Contact Centres Are Prioritizing WFM Solutions
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Quick Wins to Maximize Your WFM System
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Four Tips to Manage Shrinkage