Articles - Workforce Planning

Workforce planning is the backbone of an efficient, well-run contact centre. This section brings together expert guides, templates, and practical insights to help you forecast accurately, plan resources, and meet demand without over- or under-staffing. Learn how to build effective schedules, align your workforce with customer needs, and use data to drive smarter decisions. From long-term planning to real-time adjustments, these resources give you the knowledge and tools to create a balanced, productive operation that consistently delivers great service.

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Managing Seasonal Intake – Your Questions Answered
Resource Planning Manager: Example Job Description
11 Top Tips for Spreadsheet Forecasting in Excel
4 Questions You Need to Ask to Improve Forecast Accuracy
29 Strategies to Tackle Agent Absence and Attrition
5 Ways to Stop Your Agents From Leaving
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Erlang Calculation – An Introduction
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How to Manage Flexible Working
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4 Steps to Managing Absence
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Isn’t It Time Agents Picked Their Own Holidays?
5 Practical Solutions for Tackling Staff Absence
6 Things They Never Taught You About Shift Planning
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The 5 Things Agents REALLY Want From Schedules
The Contact Centre Hierarchy of Needs
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16 Ways to Convince Agents to Work Overtime
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Top Tips for Improving Attendance and Adherence
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The Best Ways to Schedule Contact Centre Agents
How to Reduce Call Centre Attrition
5 Quick Tips for Flexible Scheduling
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7 Ways to Improve the Accuracy of Your Contact Centre Forecasts
Building Flexibility into the Schedule using Banked Hours
The Best Ways to Deal with Lunch and Tea Break Requests
The Trials and Tribulations of Shift Swaps
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The Power of One