Now and Next: Transitioning into the New Normal

Now and Next: Transitioning into the New Normal

Written by NICE InContact, published with permission.

Solutions to Support Customers Through the Work-From-Home Transition
As we step beyond the brick and mortar business into our new normal, the future is in the cloud. In the past few months, businesses around the world have had to rethink their daily operations. What started as a way to solve a momentary problem has quickly evolved into a new approach that will shape how companies run things for years to come. 

Immediately following countrywide stay-at-home orders, NICE InContact developed options to support the shift to a remote workforce, which included moving all agents home as well as anticipating and eliminating daily disruptions due to on-premises systems not built for remote work. 
Here are some of the offers available to support NICE InContact customers as they step into their new normal. 

  • Cxone@home

For a limited time, we are offering CXone@home, a no-charge option allowing customers to use NICE inContact CXone, our enterprise-grade cloud contact center platform. The CXone platform allows customers to rapidly and dynamically adapt customer experience (CX) programs, deliver a personalized journey across channels and touchpoints, and respond quickly due to the platform’s agile cloud infrastructure. Dynamic CX programs, personalized customer journeys, and agility are the key attributes of businesses that will thrive in the new normal.

We were able to successfully move contact agents home in 48 hours, letting them restore full business operations remotely in less than 7 days. Businesses are able to quickly adjust with CXone’s ACD/IVR, Voice Recording, Screen Recording, Chat/Email, QM Analytics, PM and WFM. The CXone@home offer is available until June 30th, 2020, so it’s not too late to get on board. 

  • Voice Call Ports

For heightened call volume for 211 and 311 organizations, NICE inContact is offering free voice call ports to through the end of the summer. Customers have access to pay-as-you-go pricing, with the flexibility to scale up or down rapidly, only paying for what you use. 

  • Business Continuity Planning

Keep agents safe and customers satisfied. We offer work free Business Continuity Planning review to verify that work from home and geographic flexibility can be performed without interruption to the business during the COVID-19 outbreak and beyond.

The Future of Cloud-Based Connectivity
Companies will need advanced WFO capabilities to keep agents happy and productive, while delivering resources at the right time, on the right day, and for the right cost. NICE InContact’s remote solutions are designed to keep businesses working together from any distance. 
With NICE InContact, your customers have the ability to:

  • Keep agents safe with a cloud-native contact center built for work-from-home and virtual contact centers
  • Move fast to support customers by moving all agents home in under 48 hours and changing IVR flows and call scripts in minutes
  • Restore team productivity and performance with built-in-agent coaching and performance tools
  • Cut costs quickly and responsibility with improved workforce and IT efficiency 

As statewide restrictions slowly lift, we mark our transition into a future structured around cloud-based connectivity.

The Future of a Post-Covid-19 Environment
We now know agents and employees can be productive wherever they are located. Businesses are becoming more agile as we establish remote workforces and contact centers for disaster recovery, business continuity, and pandemic response. 

Our post-pandemic to-do list starts with embracing the new normal. With the help of our award-winning tech solutions, NICE InContact leadership will track team performance and improve agent retention. Remote working provides the opportunity for businesses to scale while remaining connected, with more flexibility than ever before. 

Step into the future with us!

Ken Mills

President

Ken Mills serves as President of Intelisys and is committed to driving growth for Intelisys and our partners. As a distinguished technology executive with over two decades of experience, Ken has previously held leadership roles at EPIC iO, Dell Technologies and Cisco, and served as a fellow with the U.S. Department of State. His strategic mindset has been an integral part of launching innovative products and solutions in the fields of AI, IoT, and 5G. Ken is driven by his curiosity and passion for groundbreaking technology and complex problems, and constantly explores new frontiers in the world of technology.

Monica Lutes

Manager, People & Culture, ScanSource, Inc. and Intelisys

As Manager, People & Culture, Monica has worked closely with Intelisys employees and leaders since 2018 and has worked with ScanSource companies since 2016. A Human Resources professional with 11 years of experience encompassing all areas of HR, especially employee relations, recruiting, compliance, and training, Monica approaches her role as Manager, People & Culture from a consultative perspective. Her goal is to provide advice and guidance to leaders so they can focus on growing the best teams for the business while also supporting employees’ goals.

Ansley Hoke

SVP Marketing, ScanSource, Inc. and Intelisys

Ansley Hoke is the Senior Vice President of Marketing at ScanSource, Inc., a role she has held since 2019, and extended her leadership to include Intelisys in 2023. She joined the company in 2001, serving in merchandising leadership roles for ScanSource POS and Barcode, including acting Vice President of Merchandising and then later VP of Merchandising for ScanSource Catalyst and overall VP of ScanSource Catalyst. She oversaw sales, supplier relations, and services. Known for her pivotal role in creating effective marketing strategies, Ansley has been integral in driving demand, enhancing partner programs, and significantly contributing to the company’s revenue growth and channel relationships.

Mike Baur

CEO of ScanSource, Inc. and Interim President of Intelisys

Mike Baur serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at ScanSource. Mike has served as the Company’s President or CEO since its inception, as a director since December 1995, and as Chairman of the Board since February 2019. Mike has developed a deep institutional knowledge and perspective regarding ScanSource’s strengths, challenges and opportunities. He has more than 30 years of experience in the IT industry, having served in various leadership and senior management roles in the technology and distribution industries before joining ScanSource. Mike brings strong leadership, entrepreneurial, business building and development skills and experience to the Board.

Stephanie Bouras

Regional Vice President, Southeast

Driven by a partner-first philosophy and a passion for innovation, Bouras embodies a leadership style that’s both compassionate and data-driven. As the Regional Vice President, Southeast, at Intelisys, she’s leveraged her extensive marketing and sales experience to propel her team to new heights. A firm believer in aligning herself with her partners, she sees herself as a collaborator and an integral part of their business. This perspective has allowed her to forge deep connections and drive success. A Florida native, Stephanie’s attention to detail and unwavering commitment to her partners have been key factors in her success.

Michael Raspanti

Regional Vice President, Northeast

Michael joined Intelisys in June of 2020, as a long-time channel veteran. He is responsible for leading the Northeast Region, helping continue the tremendous momentum in one of our strongest markets while also recruiting new up and coming partners that will be the growth engine of our future success.

Kristy Thomas

Vice President, Partner Experience and Enablement

Thomas is responsible for Sales Partner enablement and education for all our technology segments, including CX, managed security, mobility, and connectivity. With over 20 years of executive background in telephony, UCaaS, CCaaS and Cloud services, Kristy enables her customers to think broader and deeper as she guides them through their decision journey. Some of the biggest deals in the channel have become a reality thanks to the expertise and humble excellence Kristy brings to her client’s projects.