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Telephony

Call Routing

Definition

Call routing is the logic that directs incoming calls to the right destination, such as a specific agent, department, or human, based on intent, time, or business rules.

Why it matters

Smart routing ensures callers reach the right handler quickly, improving experience and conversion.

Frequently asked questions

What is Call Routing?

Call routing is the logic that directs incoming calls to the right destination, such as a specific agent, department, or human, based on intent, time, or business rules.

Why does Call Routing matter for AI voice agents?

Smart routing ensures callers reach the right handler quickly, improving experience and conversion.

How is Call Routing used in AI phone call automation?

In AI phone call automation, Call Routing is part of the Telephony foundation. Smart routing ensures callers reach the right handler quickly, improving experience and conversion. It connects closely to related concepts like Interactive Voice Response, Human Handoff, Connect Rate, which together shape how a voice agent understands callers and completes real tasks such as booking appointments and qualifying leads.

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