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Overview
Types of Call Transfers
Cold Transfer (Blind Transfer)
Warm Transfer (Announced Transfer)
Configuration Steps
1. Access Actions Menu
2. Create New Transfer Action
3. Configure Transfer Settings
Enter Action Details
When Should the Transfer Happen?
Delay Settings
Select Transfer Type
4. Save Configuration
Best Practices
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Transfer Call
Overview
This guide explains how to set up call transfer functionality in the AI Agent system, enabling both cold and warm transfers to human agents or other numbers.
Types of Call Transfers
Cold Transfer (Blind Transfer)
Immediately redirects the caller without introduction
Suitable for simple redirections and high-volume environments
No context sharing with receiving agent
Warm Transfer (Announced Transfer)
Includes briefing the receiving agent before connecting
Better for complex issues and VIP customers
Preserves conversation context
All call recordings and transcription will end once the call is transferred.
Configuration Steps
1. Access Actions Menu
Navigate to the AI Agent section
Locate and click on the
“Actions”
tab
This will display the current list of available actions
2. Create New Transfer Action
Click the
“Add Action”
button
From the dropdown menu, select
“Transfer call”
3. Configure Transfer Settings
Enter Action Details
Provide a descriptive name (e.g., “Transfer to Support”)
Input the destination phone number in E.164 format:
Structure:
+(country code)(number)
Example:
+12512500508
When Should the Transfer Happen?
Define specific conditions and situations for transfer
Examples:
“Transfer when customer explicitly asks for human agent”
“Transfer if customer mentions technical issues with login”
“Transfer if customer shows signs of frustration”
“Transfer for billing disputes over $500”
Delay Settings
Configure artificial delay before transfer
Allows AI to complete farewell message
Recommended: 2-3 seconds for natural conversation flow
Select Transfer Type
Option 1: Cold Transfer
Configure “Speak during transfer” message
Example messages:
“Please hold while I transfer you to our support team”
“I’m connecting you with a specialist. One moment please”
“Transferring you now, please stay on the line”
Option 2: Warm Transfer
Configure AI briefing instructions
Example briefing format:
“Customer name and account details”
“Brief summary of the issue discussed”
“Any relevant account history or context”
“Reason for transfer”
“Actions already taken by AI”
4. Save Configuration
Review all settings
Click “Add Action” to save
Test transfer flow in sandbox environment
Best Practices
Keep transfer conditions specific and measurable
Use clear, professional transfer messages
Set appropriate delays for natural conversation
For warm transfers, keep briefings concise but informative
Regular testing of transfer flows
Tips
Update transfer conditions based on customer feedback
Monitor transfer success rates
Maintain backup transfer options
Regularly review and update transfer messages
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