• BSBCCO401A - Administer customer contact telecommunications technology

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BSBCCO401A
Administer customer contact telecommunications technology

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to the administration of potentially complex customer contact telecommunications systems in a modern day customer contact environment.

Competence in this unit requires effectively maintaining, troubleshooting, modifying and improving the functioning of telecommunications equipment; liaising with internal or external information technology support areas as necessary; and executing appropriate and accurate reporting.

This work may be undertaken by a specialist, team leader or manager, depending on the size and structure of the centre.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to effectively manage, program, monitor and rectify problems with telecommunications technology.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

demonstration of a daily routine

execution of reprogramming of system functions as required

generation of daily reports

describing and distinguishing between major and minor system faults

describing major fault contingency plans

quality and accurate system reports

knowledge of crisis management, disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

access to workplace information, data and reporting

access to service level guidelines and standards

access to appropriate computer and telecommunications resources (may be modified for use by people with a disability)

access to stakeholder feedback (or in person).

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate

direct observation of the candidate working on telecommunications equipment problems

oral and/or written questioning to assess knowledge of telecommunication equipment and requirements

review and assessment of reporting outputs

review of stakeholder feedback

review of process documentation.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

other contact centre operations units.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

analysis and reporting skills

communication skills to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the organisation

computer skills to use word, spreadsheet and database applications efficiently and effectively

information technology skills to work effectively with complex telecommunications technology

literacy skills to prepare and edit reports and instructions dealing with complex technical issues and data

negotiation skills to deal effectively with internal and external stakeholders

networking and data gathering skills to assist in managing and reporting on telecommunications technology

numeracy skills to carry out analysis and research

organisation skills to manage own tasks within acceptable timeframes

problem-solving skills to understand and provide solutions for telecommunications issues that arise

teamwork skills to work closely with and to support stakeholders.

Required knowledge

business objectives and how technology supports them

crisis management, disaster recovery and business continuity plans

escalation paths and guidelines

reporting requirements of the organisation

Service Level Agreement (SLA)/warranty and service agreement with vendors

telecommunications technology (hardware and software).

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

System changes may include changes to:

Interactive Voice Response (IVR)

PABX

queuing functions

reporting functions

telephone configuration

user locations

visual displays

Reprogramming methods may include:

engagement of internal or external support

preparation of detailed instructions or requirements documentation

screen driven commands and specifics as set out in manuals and delivered in equipment specific training

testing methods (to ensure effectiveness of reprogramming)

Report type and purpose may include:

simple reports covering whole of centre work rates to highly detailed reports covering many aspects of individual work rates

specific requirements of stakeholders or organisation

technology performance reporting for contract management

Target audience for reports may include:

colleagues

managers

stakeholders

team leaders

vendors (for contract management)

System faults may include:

complete system failure

minor problems with individual telephones

minor problems with telecommunications technology

Fault repair may include:

engagement of external (vendor) parties to complete repair

immediate repair of minor faults by the system administrator to major system failures

replacement of equipment or components of equipment

Contingency plans may include:

business continuity plan

crisis management plan

disaster recovery plan

use of alternative equipment in the immediate area and/or redistributing work locally to moving operations to a back-up location

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm details of request for system changes with relevant stakeholders 
Select appropriate reprogramming methods 
Implement reprogramming of telecommunications system 
Check and confirm outcome of reprogramming against initial request 
Promptly initiate any remedial action 
Confirm purpose and details of report type 
Generate system reports effectively and efficiently 
Modify system reports, where necessary, to meet stakeholder requirements 
Distribute reports to target audience in a timely manner 
Clarify and explain report details to target audience as required 
Identify system faults 
Select best repair options 
Escalate faults if necessary and in a timely manner 
Implement fault repair 
Monitor repair progress closely 
Select and implement contingency plans in accordance with procedures 

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