Workflow Guide for Enabling Communication Features on Your AI Assistant
Preparing Communication Channels
Step 1: Understanding Active Tags and Phone Numbers
Objective: Comprehend the functionalities related to active tags and phone numbers within the AI Assistant Builder.
Action:
- Navigate to the top of the platform where the active tags and phone numbers options are displayed.
- Select ‘Active Tags’ to open the corresponding page.
- Select ‘Numbers’ to access the phone numbers page.
Insight:
- Active tags and phone numbers are distinct; you do not need both for either messaging or calling solely.
- An active tag is sufficient for messaging tasks across CRM-connected channels.
Implementing Active Tags for Messaging
Step 2: Setting Up Active Tags
Objective: Enable your AI assistant to initiate messaging through CRM channels.
Action:
- Create and connect an active tag to the contact you intend the AI to converse with.
- Use existing phone numbers from your CRM for outgoing messages, even without direct linking to your assistant.
Configuring Phone Numbers for Calls
Step 3: Phone Number Management
Objective: Set up the AI assistant for call capabilities.
Action:
- Assign a phone number that will be used for voice calls.
- Understand the independence of messaging and calling functionalities, allowing separate or joint phone numbers for different tasks based on business needs.
Step 4: Widget Deployment
Objective: Use widgets for website interaction without specific active tags or assigned phone numbers.
Action:
- Deploy a Voice AI Widget on your website to initiate visitor interactions.
- Recognize that widgets operate independently from active tags and phone number setups in certain contexts.
Maximizing Flexibility and Creativity
Step 5: Optimize Communication Flexibility
Objective: Leverage the independence of active tags and phone numbers for flexible communication strategies.
Action:
- Choose one phone number for both texting and calling or separate numbers per communication mode depending on business strategy.
- Explore creative setups for diversified communication approaches using the available options.
Next Steps and Implementation
Step 6: Preparing for Active Tag Setup
Objective: Prime the setup environment for creating and connecting active tags.
Action: Review the discussed functionalities to ensure readiness for practical setup as explained in the upcoming tutorial.