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Intelligent overload control for contact center

US9088658B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 23, 2007
Grant dateJul 21, 2015
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Expiry dateNov 7, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04M2203/551
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Particular embodiments provide intelligent overload control for contact centers. In one embodiment, an overload condition at a contact center is determined. When the overload condition exists, a contact evaluation metric for a connection to a contact is determined. The contact evaluation metric may evaluate the value of a contact, such as whether the contact is a high-value or low-value contact. An action to perform for the contact is then determined based on the contact evaluation metric. For example, if the contact is considered a high-value contact, then the contact may be serviced; however, if the contact is considered a low-value contact, then the contact may be gapped.

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