What are Predictive Dialers and How Do They Work?
Predictive dialers are automatic dialing systems that place simultaneous outbound calls while agents are finishing up previous calls. They use a call pacing algorithm to adjust the dialing speed based on factors like agent availability and call center metrics. This technology offers benefits such as increased sales and productivity, improved lead management, and adherence to regulatory compliance. However, predictive dialers may be less suitable for personalized customer service. Small businesses may benefit more from preview dialers.
What are Predictive Dialers and How Do They Work?
Topics
- Predictive dialers
- Features and functionality of predictive dialer software
- Benefits of predictive dialer software
Video summary
The video discusses predictive dialers and their features, benefits, and limitations. A predictive dialer is an automatic dialing system that places simultaneous outbound calls while an agent is finishing up a prior call and transferring the agent to live leads. The system uses a call pacing algorithm that adjusts the dialing speed based on factors like the number of available agents, average call handle time, abandonment rate, and downtime between calls. Admins and agents can manually adjust the outbound dialing speed to reduce agent burnout and ensure compliance with regulations. Benefits of predictive dialer software include increased sales and productivity, improved lead management, and ensured adherence to regulatory compliance. Top predictive dialer features include list management and lead filtering, call disposition, adjustable pacing, CRM integration, answering machine detection, and more. Predictive dialers have limitations when it comes to personalized customer service and sales pitches and are best suited for enterprise-level call centers and telemarketing firms. Small businesses may benefit more from preview dialers.
Video transcript
hey everyone this is nate from get voip
and today we're introducing you to
predictive dialers and their respective
features benefits and limits let's get
right to it
a predictive dialer is an automatic
dialing system using a pacing algorithm
to place simultaneous outbound calls
while an agent is finishing up a prior
call and then transferring the agent
strictly to live leads a predictive
dialer works by developing a call pacing
algorithm that predicts agent
availability automatically adjusting
dialing speed according to factors like
the current number of available agents
average agent call handle time
average call center abandonment rate
connected to unconnected call ratio or
rather the number of calls that
successfully connected an agent and
customer versus the number of calls that
fail to connect
average downtime between calls or the
number of rings before a customer
answers voicemail message length etc
how many calls on average it takes to
connect with a live customer on the
phone
in addition to automatic algorithm
adjustments admins and sometimes agents
can manually adjust the outbound dialing
speed which helps to reduce agent
burnout and ensure compliance with tcpa
or telephone consumer protection act
regulations in addition to decrease
operating costs the benefits of
predictive dialer software include
increased sales and productivity
improved lead management
and ensured adherence to regulatory
compliance
whether you opt for on-site or
cloud-based predictive dialer software
the most important factors to consider
are the features and functionality each
plan offers
top predictive dialer features include
list management and lead filtering call
disposition which simplifies and
shortens the after call work process by
letting agents select one of several
preset codes based on the consumer's
response or call outcome adjustable
pacing
crm integration
answering machine detection
dnc or do not call management local
presence which are virtual phone numbers
that increase customer trust by matching
the area codes where your target markets
live
agent assist and call scripts
voice broadcast aka pre-recorded
voicemail message drops automatically
sent out campaign lists keeping agents
free to focus on personalized calls call
monitoring including call barge which
lets managers take over calls from
struggling agents or unhappy customers
and finally call metrics and analytics
dual predictive dialer software
increases daily call output volume and
average talk time it has its limitations
the biggest drawback to predictive
dialers is that they make
personalization difficult if not
outright impossible by failing to give
reps a chance to review caller data
before speaking with the lead
predictive dialers are often best suited
for enterprise level call centers and
telemarketing firms as these businesses
approach sales as a numbers game
small businesses are better served by
preview dialers which allow for more
personalized less rushed customer
service and sales pitches
to learn more about predictive dialers
and how they compare with other dialer
systems click on the link in the
description box below
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Introduction to Predictive Dialers
Predictive dialers are automatic dialing systems that use a pacing algorithm to place outbound calls while agents are finishing up previous calls. The predictive dialer transfers agents only to live leads. This system works by developing a call pacing algorithm that predicts agent availability and adjusts dialing speed accordingly. It takes into account factors such as the number of available agents, average call handle time, call center abandonment rate, and the ratio of successful to unsuccessful calls. It also considers factors such as ringing time and voicemail message length to estimate the average number of calls it takes to connect with a live customer.
Benefits of Predictive Dialer Software
Predictive dialer software offers several benefits, including increased sales and productivity, improved lead management, and ensured adherence to regulatory compliance. It reduces operating costs and helps agents avoid burnout. The software can be on-site or cloud-based, and it is essential to consider the features and functionality each plan offers when choosing predictive dialer software. The top features include list management and lead filtering, call disposition, adjustable pacing, CRM integration, answering machine detection, do not call management, local presence, agent assist and call scripts, voice broadcasting, call monitoring, and call metrics and analytics.
Limitations of Predictive Dialers
Predictive dialers have limitations, particularly in terms of personalization. They make it difficult, if not impossible, for representatives to review caller data before speaking with the lead. Predictive dialers are most suitable for enterprise-level call centers and telemarketing firms that approach sales as a numbers game. Small businesses are better served by preview dialers, which allow for more personalized and less rushed customer service and sales pitches.
If you want to know more about predictive dialers and how they compare with other dialer systems, click on the link in the description box below. If you found this video informative, don't forget to like and subscribe to our channel for more content. Thank you for watching!
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