Points to Consider When Executing IVR Testing

When making use of the IVR system, an individual has to reduce the cost along with enhancing the quality of service by resolving the customer’s queries without actually interacting with the real agent. If the caller is unable to find a proper solution only then his/her call gets routed to the actual agent so that the agent can offer the appropriate solution. An IVR system comprises of a complex infrastructure, varieties of telephony equipment (like a telephone cable and USB telephone board), database, and network, to name a few. For the most effective IVR menu testing, here are a few key considerations that needs to be made.


Verification process

With the emergence in technology, fraudulence cases are also going high. Therefore it is crucial to test that the IVR application is free from any major/minor security loophole. An IVR application must check the authenticity of the caller by asking security questions like DoB and 4 digit PIN code. This process or verification changes based on the IVR application that is in use. 


Call transfer or call routing

For a IVR system to work in an effective manner, it is necessary to test and make sure that the call is transferred to the correct agent. There are various agents present for different areas and they are pros in their specific area.


Dual-tone Multi-frequency (DTMF) Input 

It is an effective method to provide input to the IVR system. DTMF inputs are provided by making use of the digits 0 to 9 and at few time * and # from the phone keypad. For each menu and sub-menu, a caller has to input a combination of DTMF inputs and it is a complicated task to every individual input input in each menu and sub-menu. For testing the IVR application, it is essential to test if the IVR setup identifies all the DTMF inputs properly and with regards to the DTMF input the IVR system is providing the right information to the caller or not. 

Consider the points mentioned in this blog post and make sure use service of a renowned company such as Global Telecom Testing to make the whole testing process a hassle-free activity.

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