| 1 | prepare to deliver customer service using bespoke software | 1.1 | sign on and open access to appropriate functions in the IT system |
| 1.2 | navigate the architecture and geography of the customer service site to ensure they can access all appropriate areas |
| 1.3 | explore screen or menu routes that are most appropriate for the customer service they are seeking to deliver |
| 1.4 | ensure that they are familiar with the software manual, help screens or help lines to know where to locate technical support when needed |
| 1.5 | prepare their work area to deliver customer service using bespoke software |
| 2 | deliver customer service using bespoke software | 2.1 | identify their customer or the services or products they wish to access |
| 2.2 | follow organisational procedures to step through the system in a way that responds to their customer’s needs |
| 2.3 | use search or other specialist functions within the software to respond to customer requests |
| 2.4 | enter new records using the bespoke software system |
| 2.5 | amend customer service records in the bespoke software system |
| 2.6 | communicate with their customers in terms they can understand relating to the software system |
| 2.7 | follow organisational procedures to lead the conversation in a way that makes it easy to follow the paths and sequences of the bespoke software |
| 2.8 | interpret error messages and act on them to support their customer service |
| 2.9 | refer their customer to a colleague following organisational procedures if they are unable to complete the transaction |
| 3 | understand how to deal with customers using bespoke software | 3.1 | describe access and sign-on routines for the bespoke software system |
| 3.2 | describe the architecture and geography of the bespoke software system |
| 3.3 | identify different screen or menu routes that can be followed to meet customer requirements |
| 3.4 | identify sources of support and help for the bespoke software including manuals, help screens and help lines |
| 3.5 | explain the importance of preparing a work area before delivering customer service |
| 3.6 | explain search or other enquiry facilities within the bespoke software system |
| 3.7 | state the importance of avoiding jargon and system terminology when communicating with customers |
| 3.8 | describe ways to respond to error messages when using a bespoke software system |
| 3.9 | identify referral points and sources of information when they are unable to meet customer needs using the bespoke software system |