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Inbound call screening for particular accounts

US8467322B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 19, 2010
Grant dateJun 18, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 17, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04M2242/04
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for improving the handling, management, and retention of particular accounts. An allowable calling number list is generated via a suitable mechanism such as a call center. The allowable calling number list is utilized by telephone number management server to manage inbound call access to suspended accounts. Account representatives are given access to the suspended numbers. Additionally, certain emergency inbound calls may be permitted from select numbers.

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