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Real-time delay estimation in call centers

Ibrahim et al., 2008

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9963946062375240912
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Ibrahim R
Whitt W
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2008 Winter Simulation Conference

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We use computer simulation to study the performance of alternative real-time delay estimators in heavily loaded multiserver queueing models. These delay estimates may be used to make delay announcements in call centers and related service systems. We …
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