Use least active routing on messaging channels

In customer service, efficient workload distribution is vital for high customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Unified routing capabilities in Dynamics 365 Customer Service and Dynamics 365 Contact Center help organizations continuously fine-tune their operations. Least active routing assigns work items based on when service representatives finish their last conversation. Initially used for voice channels, this […]

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Synchronize service rep availability across platforms with presence APIs

In addition to the contact center agent desktop, service representatives frequently interact with multiple platforms to participate in meetings and trainings. Also, they might use various tools for managing customer interactions across channels. To prevent overbooking contact center service reps, presence APIs synchronizes their availability and reflects it in real time across all relevant systems.  […]

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Try Desktop companion application for Dynamics 365 Contact Center

One year ago, Microsoft launched its Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) solution, powered by AI. This is built on top of the existing Dynamics 365 Customer Service capabilities. Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of the Desktop companion application (DCA) to further seamlessly allow service representatives and customers to speak more reliably and […]

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Smarter callbacks with availability-aware scheduling CCaaS APIs

Callbacks are a powerful way to reduce wait times and improve satisfaction. They allow customers to choose when they want to be contacted, eliminate the frustration of long hold times, and help contact centers manage customer service representative (CSR) workloads more efficiently. When implemented thoughtfully, callbacks can increase first-contact resolution, reduce abandonment rates, and improve

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AI in sales: Applying historical lessons to modern challenges

See the latest AI sales transformation offering from Microsoft and agents to help sales teams nurture and close deals.  

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Get started with agents for finance: Learnings from 2025 Gartner® CFO & Finance Executive Conference

Based on conversations at the 2025 Gartner CFO Conference, here are three things finance leaders should know about getting started with agents and AI.

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The power of proactive engagement in Dynamics 365 Contact Center

Let’s face it—customers don’t just want fast service anymore. They want businesses to know what they need before they even ask. Whether it’s a reminder about a missed payment, a heads-up about a delivery delay, or a quick check-in after a dropped call, customers appreciate when companies practice proactive engagement.  At the same time, businesses are

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