Automate Chat Queue Availability Based on Business Hours
Problem:
Agents must manually log in/out and select/deselect the chat queue to control availability. This creates inefficiency, increases the risk of error, and disrupts their voice queue workflow.
Solution / Feature Request:
Add an automated scheduling option for chat queues, similar to voice business hours, that allows:
Routing chat messages only during defined business hours (e.g., Mon–Fri, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.).
Holding messages sent outside these hours (weekends, after-hours) until business hours resume.
Eliminating the need for agents to manually adjust chat queue selection.
Impact:
Ensures customer messages are handled promptly and consistently.
Reduces agent workload and login complexity.
Prevents disruption to inbound voice handling.
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