4.2 UCCE Administration
Key Concepts
UCCE (Unified Contact Center Enterprise) Administration in Cisco's CCIE Collaboration certification involves managing and configuring the various components of the contact center system. Key concepts include:
- System Configuration
- Agent and Supervisor Management
- Call Routing and Queuing
- Reporting and Analytics
- Integration and Customization
System Configuration
System Configuration in UCCE involves setting up the core components of the contact center, including the Contact Center Manager, Interaction Center, and Interaction Workspace. This includes defining system parameters, configuring network settings, and ensuring proper integration with other Cisco Unified Communications components.
Example: An administrator configures the Contact Center Manager to handle a maximum of 1000 concurrent calls and sets up network settings to ensure optimal performance. They also integrate the system with Cisco Unified Communications Manager (UCM) to leverage unified communication features.
Agent and Supervisor Management
Agent and Supervisor Management involves creating and managing user profiles for agents and supervisors. This includes setting up permissions, defining roles, and configuring agent desktops. Supervisors can monitor agent performance, provide real-time assistance, and manage queues.
Example: An administrator creates user profiles for 50 agents and 5 supervisors. They define roles such as "Senior Agent" and "Team Lead" with specific permissions. The administrator also configures the agent desktop to provide a unified interface for handling voice, email, and chat interactions.
Call Routing and Queuing
Call Routing and Queuing in UCCE involves setting up rules to route incoming calls to the appropriate agents or queues. This includes configuring skills-based routing, priority queuing, and interactive voice response (IVR) systems. The goal is to ensure efficient and effective handling of customer interactions.
Example: An administrator sets up skills-based routing to direct calls to agents based on their expertise. They configure an IVR system with options such as "Press 1 for Sales" and "Press 2 for Support," ensuring calls are routed to the most appropriate agents.
Reporting and Analytics
Reporting and Analytics in UCCE provide insights into contact center performance, agent productivity, and customer satisfaction. Administrators can generate detailed reports on call volumes, average handle time (AHT), and first call resolution (FCR). These reports help in making data-driven decisions to optimize operations.
Example: An administrator generates a report showing the average handle time (AHT) for each agent. The report identifies agents with high AHT and provides recommendations for training to improve efficiency and reduce wait times for customers.
Integration and Customization
Integration and Customization in UCCE involve connecting the contact center system with other enterprise applications and customizing the interface to meet specific business needs. This includes integrating with CRM systems, customizing agent desktops, and creating custom reports.
Example: An administrator integrates UCCE with a CRM system to provide agents with customer information during calls. They also customize the agent desktop to include a "Customer History" tab, allowing agents to quickly access past interactions and provide personalized service.