Determine the Number of Chat Agents Needed
How do I determine the number of chat agents needed for my website?
To determine the number of chat agents needed, consider factors like website visitors, chat type, availability hours, average chat duration, and concurrent chats. For example, if you expect 10,000 visitors and 10% engage in chat, with each chat lasting 12 minutes and agents handling 4 chats simultaneously, you might need around 6.25 agents for an 8-hour period. This is a guideline and should be adjusted for breaks, shifts, and specific customer needs.
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