The channels through which the Customer Agent handles tickets.
The Customer Agent works as a teammate in these channels. It replies to customers, takes action, and transfers to a human when needed, using your knowledge, tools, and policies.
Ticketing system
Email, live chat, and Slack through Intercom, Zendesk, Front, Plain, or Pylon.
API
Run your Customer Agent outside a ticketing system, wherever you implement it.
Looking to connect a tool rather than a channel? See Connections.
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