Longest Delay in Queue Metric

Measure the longest time a caller was held in the queue before being connected to a call agent.

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Call Center KPI Example - Longest Delay in Queue MetricCall Center KPI Example - Longest Delay in Queue Metric

Overview

The Longest Delay in Queue metric gives your team insight into the longest period a caller has had to wait before being handled. This metric helps your team empathize with callers, and understand the queue times.

Formula

Longest wait time in queue

Reporting frequency

Weekly

Example of KPI target

1 minute

Audience

Manager, Call team

Variations

LDQ

Longest stay in queue

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