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The Challenge
The utility company’s primary challenges were inefficient technician scheduling, poor job tracking, and inadequate customer engagement. These issues resulted in longer response times for service requests, underutilisation of the technician workforce, and a decline in customer satisfaction.
The Solution
To address these challenges, the company adopted Reach, a comprehensive field service management tool. Reach’s advanced scheduling capabilities enabled the utility company to deploy technicians more effectively. The platform’s real-time job tracking and customer engagement tools also played a crucial role in transforming their field service operations.
Project Benefits
The company realised several key benefits:
- Optimised Technician Utilization: Reach’s scheduling tool ensured that technicians were deployed efficiently, reducing idle times.
- Improved Response Times: Enhanced job tracking and dispatching capabilities led to faster response times for service requests.
- Increased Customer Satisfaction: With better communication tools, the company could engage customers more effectively, improving service experience and satisfaction.
The Outcome
The adoption of Reach led to a significant improvement in technician utilisation and customer satisfaction. The company reported a marked increase in the number of service requests handled per day and a notable rise in customer satisfaction scores.
Learnings
This case study highlights the importance of efficient scheduling and customer engagement in utility field operations. It shows that investing in a robust field service management system like Reach can lead to substantial improvements in operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The case underscores the value of technology in transforming traditional service models.
