Articles - Forecasting

Accurate forecasting is the foundation of every well-run contact centre. This hub of expert advice, data models, and practical examples explains how to predict contact volumes, plan staffing, and manage resources with confidence. Find out how to use historical data, seasonal trends, and external factors to improve forecast accuracy. The resources also cover forecasting for digital channels, handling unexpected changes, and building flexible plans that balance service levels with efficiency.

4 Questions You Need to Ask to Improve Forecast Accuracy
What’s Next With… Forecasting Technology?
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Trend Watching: What’s Happening With Forecasting?
Recorded Webinar: Let’s Chat… About Forecasting
Free Download of the Excel Monthly Forecasting Template
Monthly Forecasting Excel Spreadsheet Template – Free Download
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Installing Excel Add-ins for the Forecasting Template
Recorded Webinar: Best Practices in Workforce Management
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25 Ways to Improve Your Contact Centre Forecasting
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Recorded Webinar: Forecasting Masterclass
Technology Toolkit – Forecasting in a multi-skilled contact centre
Recorded Webinar: Executive Briefing on Workforce Management
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Recorded Webinar: Forecasting and Planning a Multi-Skilled Workforce
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Call Arrival Patterns has the Greatest Impact Upon Forecast Accuracy
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Spreadsheets do not Replace WFM for Forecasting
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7 Ways to Improve the Accuracy of Your Contact Centre Forecasts
Recorded Webinar: Improving Forecast Accuracy
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An Introduction to… Workforce Management Applications
What to Look for When Buying a Workforce Optimisation System
18 Workforce Management Case Studies
How Are Contact Centres Getting More Their WFM Systems?
Workforce Management in Outbound Call Centres
The Role of a Planning Team
The Relationship Between Adherence and Forecasting
Future forecasting models