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Businesses across various industries rely on call center support to serve their clients. Virtual call centers are a simple way for organizations to provide customer service outsourcing and offer scalable support to their customers.<\/p>\n

However, businesses may need more advanced support as they grow. Transitioning from working with virtual call centers to full-service business process outsourcing<\/a> (BPO) companies is one way for growing businesses to optimize their operations without sacrificing quality.<\/p>\n

Exploring the basics of virtual call centers and other outsourcing options can help you find the right long-term solution for your business.<\/p>\n

What Is a Virtual Call Center?<\/h2>\n

A virtual call center is a third-party organization that accepts inbound calls<\/a> and makes outbound calls on behalf of a client, all while operating on a fully remote, virtual basis. While classic call centers have a physical location where representatives handle calls, virtual call centers use digital tools to connect callers with virtual assistants.<\/p>\n

Virtual Call Center Basics<\/h2>\n

To determine if a virtual call center can meet your customer service needs, explore its basic structure. These businesses typically rely on virtual call center software<\/a>, which helps distribute calls to remote employees. The software routes calls to work-from-home representatives, who may be contractors or full-time employees, from the call center provider.<\/p>\n

Along with connecting customers to associates, remote call centers may also use interactive voice response systems to provide automated support for common questions or direct the call to the right person.<\/p>\n

Virtual Call Center Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n

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Virtual call centers have benefits and drawbacks, so it\u2019s important to consider whether they meet your company\u2019s needs. Because of the remote structure, here are some of the key benefits:<\/p>\n