If you’re considering an outsourced call center, one thing you will discover is that your options are many. It can be helpful to know what questions to ask and what factors to consider when comparing which global customer service solution is right for your business. The more legwork you do upfront, the more likely you’ll be to end up with a solution that is perfect for your needs and your budget. That said, here are a few questions to get you started.

Do they Have Global Call Center Experience?

This is of particular importance if you plan on doing business with customers in other areas of the world. You want the customer service or technical support call center solution you choose to include agents who speak the language and are familiar with the cultural differences of your callers. This can help you improve customer satisfaction and provide a whole host of other benefits.

What Languages Do they Support?

If you are seeking support from an outsourced call center that has bilingual agents, the next important question is whether or not the language(s) your customers speak is included. Many call centers that bill themselves as “bilingual” may actually only offer agents that speak one or two other languages. Others, like CallNovo, offer a much broader selection (our agents speak more than 25 different languages).

Does They Offer Other Types of Support?

Today’s consumers seek support in a variety of ways besides telephone. For instance, some prefer to seek assistance via email, while others might choose live chat. In order to deliver the best possible client experience, make sure the global customer service solution you choose offers plenty of options for how support is available.

Does Kind of Technology Do they Use?

Another critical factor when considering an outsourced call center is the technology they employ. Even the most qualified agents can’t provide superior support without the right tools. Be sure to verify that they are using the latest in call center technology.

How Are Agents Trained?

You also want to be sure that the agents answering calls from your customers are professional and present your business in a positive light. As such, they should be properly trained, not only in general support, but in the uniqueness of your brand and industry. For example, CallNovo uses training documents provided by our clients to ensure that all agents understand everything they need to know about the company.

Does the Call Center have product/service support experience in your industry?

You can’t expect a technical support center to provide support to your customers if they don’t have adequate experience in your industry. At CallNovo, we have agents who are skilled in providing customer service, technical support, sales and marketing and more in just about every industry possible, from insurance and e-commerce to real estate, IT and even government.

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