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What is a 
Average Handling Time (AHT)
?

Average Handling Time

Average Handling Time (AHT)
 Example

5-minute average call: Ring + Talk/Hold + Wrap up (ACW)

It is the total time to handle an enquiry which includes ring time, talk time or chat time, plus hold time plus after-call work (ACW)

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