This article explains the Call Status workflow trigger, a powerful tool that automates actions based on the outcome of calls. You will learn what this trigger does, its key benefits, how to configure it step-by-step, and real-world use cases. Finally, we address common questions to help you optimize this feature in your workflows.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• What is Call Status Workflow Trigger
• Key Benefits of Call Status Workflow Trigger
• Configuring the Call Status Trigger
  • Name Your Trigger
  • Set Filters
  • Call Direction
  • Call Status
  • In Workflow
• Use Cases
• Frequently Asked Questions

What is Call Status Workflow Trigger

The Call Status workflow trigger activates when a call reaches a specific status, such as busy, canceled, voicemail, completed, or not answered. This trigger helps businesses streamline processes by automating follow-ups, notifications, and task assignments. It can be customized with filters like call direction and call status, ensuring workflows are tailored to meet specific business needs.

Key Benefits of Call Status Workflow Trigger

• Enhanced Customer Follow-Up: Automates follow-up actions for missed or completed calls, ensuring no customer interaction goes unattended.
  
  
• Improved Efficiency: Reduces manual effort by automating tasks and notifications based on call outcomes.
  
  
• Customizable Workflows: Allows for precise automation using filters like call direction and specific call statuses.
  
  
• Seamless Workflow Integration: Supports linking workflows to handle complex scenarios or multiple stages in communication processes.
  
  
• Optimized Team Coordination: Ensures team members are notified promptly about call outcomes, enabling timely action.

Configuring the Call Status Trigger

Follow these steps to implement Call Status workflow trigger :

Access Workflow Settings

Navigate to the automation section. Create a new workflow from scratch or select the existing workflow where you want to implement the "Call Status" trigger.

Add a New Trigger

Click “Add New Trigger” and select "Call Status" from the dropdown menu.

Name Your Trigger

Provide a descriptive name, such as “Missed Call Follow-Up.”

Set Filters

Customize your trigger using filters:

Call Direction

Specify whether the call is incoming or outgoing.

Call Status

Choose the call status that will activate the workflow (e.g., busy, voicemail, completed).

In Workflow

Link the trigger to another workflow to create a seamless automation process. Just choose the existing workflows from the dropdown menu.

Save the Trigger

Click the save button to confirm your setup.

Test and Publish

Validate the workflow with test data to ensure functionality. Once verified, enable the Publish toggle to activate the workflow.

Use Cases

Below are the different use cases where this trigger can be used.

Missed Call Follow-Up

Scenario: A business wants to ensure all missed calls (busy or no-answer) are followed up promptly to maintain customer engagement.

Trigger Setup:

• Trigger: Call Status.
  
  
• Filter: Call Status is “busy” or “not answered.”

Outcome: The workflow sends a notification to the sales team, creates a follow-up task in the CRM, and logs the missed call details.

Customer Support Callback Workflow

Scenario: A support team receives an incoming call that goes unanswered, and a callback needs to be scheduled automatically.

Trigger Setup:

• Trigger: Call Status.
  
  
• Filter: Call Direction is “incoming,” and Call Status is “not answered.”

Outcome: The workflow notifies the support team, schedules a callback, and updates the contact’s activity log in the CRM.

Sales Opportunity Follow-Up

Scenario: A sales representative completes an outgoing call, and the system needs to log the outcome and schedule the next action.

Trigger Setup:

• Trigger: Call Status.
  
  
• Filter: Call Direction is “outgoing,” and Call Status is “completed.”

Outcome: The workflow logs the call outcome, sends a follow-up email to the contact, and schedules the next call in the sales pipeline.

Voicemail Notification for Team Members

Scenario: A customer leaves a voicemail, and the relevant team member needs to be notified.

Trigger Setup:

• Trigger: Call Status.
  
  
• Filter: Call Status is “voicemail.”

Outcome: The workflow sends a notification to the team member, logs the voicemail in the CRM, and creates a follow-up task.

Call Status Reporting

Scenario: A manager wants to monitor canceled or missed calls to identify operational bottlenecks.

Trigger Setup:

• Trigger: Call Status.
  
  
• Filter: Call Status is “canceled” or “busy.”

Outcome: The workflow generates a weekly report summarizing call statuses and sends it to the manager for analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can this trigger handle multiple call statuses in the same workflow?

Yes, you can configure the workflow to activate for multiple call statuses by adding additional filters.

Q. What happens if the same call has multiple statuses in quick succession?

The trigger activates for each status change, so it’s important to use conditions or cooldown periods to avoid redundant actions.

Q. Can I link this trigger to other workflows?

Absolutely. The In Workflow filter allows you to connect this trigger to other workflows, enabling seamless automation across different processes.

Q. How do I differentiate between incoming and outgoing calls?

Use the Call Direction filter to specify whether the workflow applies to incoming or outgoing calls.

Q. Can this trigger be used for external call integrations?

Yes, if your CRM supports external call integrations, this trigger can activate workflows based on call data received from third-party systems.