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Calculate Estimated Cost of Service in Zendesk

Learn how to calculate the estimated cost of service using Zendesk Explore and the Time Tracking app.

How can I calculate the estimated cost of service using Zendesk?

To calculate the estimated cost of service in Zendesk, you'll need to use the Zendesk Time Tracking app and Explore. The process involves creating a calculated metric that converts the time spent on tickets into a cost based on your hourly rate.

First, ensure you have Zendesk Explore Professional or Enterprise and the Time Tracking app installed. In Explore, create a new report using the Support - Tickets dataset. Then, create a standard calculated metric with the formulaVALUE(Total time spent (sec))/3600*(your hourly rate). This will give you the cost of service metric, which you can use in your reports to analyze support costs. For more details, check out theoriginal guide.


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What do I need to create a cost of service metric in Zendesk?

To create a cost of service metric in Zendesk, you'll need a few key components. These include Zendesk Explore Professional or Enterprise, Editor or Admin permissions, ticket data in Zendesk Support, and the Zendesk Time Tracking app. The Time…

How do I use the cost of service metric in Zendesk reports?

Once you've created the cost of service metric, you can use it in any report that utilizes the Support: Tickets dataset in Zendesk Explore. This allows you to analyze the total cost of service for all tracked time spent on tickets. To use the…

Can I use the cost of service metric without the Time Tracking app?

Unfortunately, the cost of service metric relies on data from the Zendesk Time Tracking app, so it cannot be used without it. The app populates custom fields with time tracking data, which is essential for the metric's calculations. If you attempt…

How can I adjust the cost of service metric for different hourly rates?

If you have multiple hourly rates to consider, you can adjust the cost of service metric by using conditional statements in your formula. This is useful for organizations with different regional hubs or varying agent rates. To accommodate different…

Is Zendesk Explore Professional sufficient for the cost of service recipe?

Yes, Zendesk Explore Professional is sufficient for executing the cost of service recipe. The recipe is compatible with both Explore Professional and Enterprise plans. If you're using Explore Professional, you can follow the steps outlined in the…

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