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IVR Benefits

Increase customer satisfaction by offering personalized call treatment.

Decrease call times.

Improve efficiency and productivity.

Automated speech recognition.

Free up resources through automation.

Increase first contact resolution by routing to the appropriate agent.

Reduce operational costs.

Track and report the journey of every call.

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Automated Speech Recognition

Take your IVR to the next level with Automated Speech Recognition (ASR). ASR lets you remove the constraints of a standard touch-tone IVR application to enhance the customer experience. Customers are able to speak their needs using natural language. ComputerTalk also offers voice biometrics to authenticate users through their voice.

IVR and Contact Center Continuity

IVR applications are not always able to answer all inquiries. Sometimes customers have complex or non-routine issues and need to be transferred to a contact center agent. ComputerTalk's IVR and ice Contact Center are both built using the iceWorkflow Designer tool to provide a seamless and continuous flow of information between IVR and contact center.

Outbound IVR

Don’t wait for your customers to call you. Proactively reach out to them using outbound IVR applications. Deliver automated outbound communication that simply plays a message and disconnects or plays IVR prompts where prospects can interact with menus

From Co-op to Full-Time: My Journey at ComputerTalk

by Sayeed Matin | Published On December 16, 2025

My journey with ComputerTalk began during one of my co-op terms at the University of Waterloo, where I was studying Computer Engineering.

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From Taking Initiative to Leading Change: My Journey at ComputerTalk

by Jean-Nicolas Robitaille | Published On November 20, 2025

Ten years ago, I joined ComputerTalk as a junior project manager, eager to learn and contribute. Looking back, I realize how pivotal that decision was for my career. ComputerTalk provided the perfect environment for growth—one that values trust, collaboration, and innovation.

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“I Wanted a New Challenge” - How I Grew My Career at ComputerTalk

by Raymond Caille | Published On October 24, 2025

Over the years, I've build a rewarding career at ComputerTalk by embracing new challenges and evolving from technical roles to client-focused ones that push me to grow everyday.

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Gobiraj Sivalingam: Leading the Evolution from Hardware to Cloud at ComputerTalk

by Gobiraj Sivalingam | Published On September 17, 2025

I’ve had the privilege of growing my career as a lead engineer while helping guide ComputerTalk through one of the most transformative eras in our history.

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Leo Chan: How I Found My Fit at ComputerTalk

by Leo Chan | Published On August 19, 2025

Whether your interests are in Application Development (AD), Quality Assurance, or Product Engineering, there are many opportunities available at ComputerTalk.

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Jessica Hong: Finding Balance and Growth at ComputerTalk

by Jessica Hong | Published On July 22, 2025

Before joining ComputerTalk, I worked at big tech companies — a great experience that taught me a lot and connected me with amazing people I still keep in touch with.

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20 Years at ComputerTalk: Chris' Journey From R&D Engineer to Tech Lead

by Chris Bardon | Published On February 5, 2024

It’s been 20 years since I started with ComputerTalk, so it’s an interesting time to reflect on how I got here, what I’ve done, and what made me stay.

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Sample Applications

The key to a successful IVR application is design. A well-designed IVR means a frustration-free experience for customers. Working with one of our IVR specialists, you can rest assured that your applications will send customers to the right place, without needless transfers.

We have built thousands of IVR applications for our clients. Below is a list of sample IVR applications. For a more comprehensive list, contact an IVR expert here.

Appointment Scheduler
Auto Attendant
Bill Payment
Billing and Account Inquiry
Call Routing
Check Ordering
Claim Filing and Processing
Credit Card Activation
FAQs
Hear Shift Schedules
Listen to Human Resources Listings
Policy Renewal or Coverage Changes
Traffic Enforcement - Pay Tickets by Phone

Auto Attendant

ComputerTalk’s auto attendant capabilities can be a standalone application or part of the whole contact center system. Callers no longer need to remember extension numbers; they just need to speak the name of the person or department they wish to contact.

Advantage

When your IVR applications are built on the same technology as your contact center, you avoid additional support and integration costs. You are able to view comprehensive reports relevant to your IVR and contact center to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions. ComputerTalk's IVR is easy to update to accommodate your changing business needs.

Gobiraj Sivalingam: Leading the Evolution from Hardware to Cloud at ComputerTalk

I’ve had the privilege of growing my career as a lead engineer while helping guide ComputerTalk through one of the most transformative eras in our history.

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My journey with ComputerTalk began in September 2021. I worked with a recruiting agency and interviewed with ComputerTalk for an open position on their help desk. I heard back almost immediately and started shortly after.

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