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Voicemail & Call Transfers

Configure how Adam handles voicemail detection, scripted voicemail messages, and warm versus cold call transfers to your team.

4 min readUpdated 2026-02-01

Voicemail Detection

When Adam dials a lead and the call goes to voicemail, he detects it automatically using telephony provider metadata. This detection happens within seconds of the call connecting. Once detected, Adam follows your voicemail strategy: leave a scripted message, skip and log only, or never leave a voicemail.

Customizing Voicemail Messages

You can write custom voicemail scripts per campaign or use the default message. Voicemail scripts support dynamic fields like the lead's name and your company name.

SettingDescriptionOptions
Voicemail StrategyWhether Adam leaves a voicemail when detectedLeave basic message (default), Never leave, Custom message
Voicemail ScriptThe message template Adam reads when leaving a voicemailCustom per campaign (supports dynamic fields)

Note:Voicemail detection relies on telephony provider metadata and may not be 100% accurate in all regions. Adam errs on the side of caution: if detection is uncertain, he treats the call as live.

Warm vs Cold Transfers

Adam supports two types of call transfers when routing a call to a human team member. Choose the type that fits the situation.

Transfer TypeHow It WorksBest For
Warm TransferAdam stays on the line, introduces the caller to the human rep, and passes context (name, reason for calling, qualification notes). Then he disconnects.High-value leads, complex situations, VIP callers
Cold TransferAdam transfers the call directly to the human rep without introduction. The caller may need to re-explain their situation.Simple routing, general inquiries, high-volume scenarios

Configuring Transfers

Set up one or more transfer destinations in your Sales employee settings. Define which scenarios trigger each transfer type. For example, you can route VIP leads to a senior rep using a warm transfer, while sending general inquiries to a support line via cold transfer.

  1. 1

    Add transfer destinations

    Go to your Sales employee settings and add phone numbers or extensions for each team member who should receive transfers.

  2. 2

    Define trigger scenarios

    Set rules for when transfers happen: by topic (pricing, technical), by lead stage (qualified, high-score), or by caller type (existing customer, VIP).

  3. 3

    Choose transfer type per scenario

    Assign warm or cold transfer to each trigger scenario. Warm transfers are recommended for high-value leads where context matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do voicemail messages cost additional credits?
No. Voicemail messages do not consume additional credits beyond the initial call connection. The voicemail is included as part of the call attempt.
Can I use both warm and cold transfers in the same setup?
Yes. You can configure multiple transfer destinations, each with its own transfer type. For example, VIP leads go to a senior rep via warm transfer while general calls use cold transfer to a queue.
Is voicemail detection accurate for all countries?
Voicemail detection relies on telephony provider metadata and works well in most regions. Accuracy may vary in some countries. When detection is uncertain, Adam treats the call as a live conversation to avoid missing a real person.

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