The Municipality of Barneveld, located in the heart of the Netherlands, caters to nearly 62 thousand residents. Renowned for its agricultural heritage, particularly in the poultry and egg industry, Barneveld offers a diverse array of services, from administrative assistance to social support, all aimed at ensuring resident-centric solutions.
After a rigorous selection process, Barneveld chose Polly.Help as the ideal partner for their knowledge management needs. Polly.Help’s specialization in municipal operations demonstrated a deep understanding of the unique demands of local governments.
Polly.Help introduced a tool enabling first-line employees to independently manage diverse inquiries. Collaborative agreements between the Customer Contact Center (KCC) and other departments streamlined inquiry handling. The integration of Barneveld’s case management system with Polly.Help provided faster and more comprehensive responses to residents.
Implementing knowledge management led to remarkable outcomes for Barneveld. First-line employee proficiency increased with 25%, positively impacting response times and customer satisfaction. A 30% reduction in call transfers translated to enhanced efficiency in query resolution. Departments actively contributed to and updated articles, leading to a decrease in inquiry volume. Tailored answers for multiple communication channels like WhatsApp and Google messaging further elevated accessibility. Overall, knowledge management elevated employee capabilities, amplified customer experience, and optimized service efficiency in Barneveld.
25% improvement in first-line employee proviciency
30% reduction in call transfers