Calls can be routed based on various rules. The main ones include:
Skills-Based Routing: Calls are routed to agents who possess specialised skills or experience related to the caller’s need.
Time-Based Routing: Calls are routed according to the time of day, ensuring coverage during business hours and routing after-hours calls to the proper resources.
Geographic Routing: Geographic routing in call systems routes inbound calls based on the caller’s or agent’s geographic location, optimising support and guaranteeing regional compliance.
Priority Routing: Calls from high-priority or VIP customers may be forwarded to specialised agents.
Caller ID Routing: Caller ID routing directs calls to certain agents or departments depending on the caller’s history or preferences, resulting in more personalised and efficient customer interactions.
Least Occupied Agent Routing: Least occupied agent routing routes incoming calls to the agent with the fewest active interactions, maximising workload distribution and reducing caller wait times.