Long wait times, overwhelmed agents, and missed opportunities. Traditional call centers are under pressure, and customer expectations aren’t slowing down.
Customers expect instant, effortless support without being stuck in phone queues or navigating complex menus. But many contact centers still rely on voice calls alone, making it harder to meet rising expectations.Â
SMS changes the equation. It opens a direct, reliable communication channel that reaches people instantly and fits into their everyday routines. By adding SMS to your contact center software, you reduce pressure on agents, resolve issues faster, and create a more responsive customer experience, right from the first message.Â
SMS that works for call center agents, customers, and your ROIÂ
SMS simplifies customer support by offering a fast, direct way to connect. While voice and IVR remain essential for many inquiries, SMS gives customers another option, one that fits into their daily habits and allows for quick resolutions. Agents can manage multiple conversations simultaneously, improving efficiency without compromising service quality.Â
Four key benefits:Â
- Increased agent efficiency: A single team member can handle several SMS conversations at the same time, reducing pressure and improving team output.Â
- Better customer experience: Texting is simple and intuitive. Customers get faster answers and don’t need to wait for a phone call.Â
- Lower operating costs: With fewer voice calls, contact centers reduce staffing demands and call center overhead.Â
- Stronger metrics: Monitor SMS response times, engagement rates, and CSAT to see measurable improvement.Â
Key features that power SMS-first contact centersÂ
Infobip’s SMS call center software is designed for flexibility and performance. These tools help your team manage communication at scale:Â
Two-way SMS conversationsÂ
Enable real-time, back-and-forth messaging with customers using your business’s dedicated phone number. Support doesn’t stop when the call ends.Â
Smart routing and automationÂ
Use keyword detection, intent recognition, or AI powered triggers to direct incoming SMS messages to the right department or agent.Â
CRM and helpdesk integrationsÂ
Infobip integrates with platforms like Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho CRM, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Pipedrive syncing all SMS conversations with your customer data and history.Â
Campaign management toolsÂ
Launch business text messaging campaigns from a central dashboard. Segment customers, set delivery windows, and review performance with built-in reports.Â
Secure and compliant messagingÂ
Stay compliant with global data protection laws. Infobip helps you protect sensitive customer information and ensure secure messaging workflows.Â
Delivery insights and analyticsÂ
Track every SMS message: delivery time, response time, engagement level, and click-through. Use analytics to optimize support and reduce resolution time.Â
AI assistance and recommendationsÂ
Infobip’s AI powered suggestions help agents draft replies, prioritize urgent tickets, and surface helpful content for faster issue resolution.Â
Why contact centers choose SMSÂ
Adding SMS to your contact center toolkit brings operational and customer-facing advantages:Â
- Fewer call escalations: Agents resolve issues quickly through messaging, reducing the need for second or third calls.Â
- Higher satisfaction: SMS improves customer experience by offering a fast, convenient alternative to voice calls.Â
- Multichannel flexibility: Combine SMS with email, live chat, phone calls, and other messaging channels to ensure full coverage.Â
- Team productivity: Messaging reduces burnout by spreading support loads more evenly and allowing asynchronous work.Â
- Proactive communication: Send appointment reminders, outage notifications, or delivery updates without waiting for a customer to reach out.
See SMS in action: Real-world use caseÂ
ScoopÂ
Scoop, a carpooling app aimed at reducing single-occupancy commutes, integrated Infobip’s two-way SMS solution with their Zendesk helpdesk to transform customer support. Â
Through this integration, support agents can send and receive SMS messages directly within their ticketing workflow, enabling faster and more direct communication with users. The result is a highly engaged user base, as SMS support tickets are handled more efficiently than emails or phone calls. Customers get quick answers, and agents can manage more requests with streamlined processes. Â
eMAGÂ
eMAG, Romania’s leading eCommerce platform, partnered with Infobip to enhance its customer communication strategy through omnichannel messaging, with a strong focus on SMS. Recognizing the need to deliver fast, reliable, and personalized customer experiences, eMAG integrated Infobip’s plug-and-play SMS solution for critical touchpoints such as authentication and delivery updates.Â
The results were impressive: eMAG achieved a 50% reduction in SMS communication costs and gained the flexibility to manage different business units with separate invoicing.Â
For contact and call centers, this case highlights the value of SMS as a core component of omnichannel support. Automated, targeted SMS messages not only reduce operational costs but also improve customer satisfaction by providing timely information and quick responses. Â
What our customers are sayingÂ
Beyond the use cases, our customers consistently highlight the impact SMS has had on their operations, support efficiency, and customer satisfaction.Â
In our partnership with Infobip, in addition to reliable and cost-effective SMS solutions, what we value the most is the level at which Infobip is capable to follow not only our current needs, but also introduce new services and features that meet our new needs as our business continuously grows. With top-notch technical and customer care support, Infobip continues to prove itself as a high-tech firm that follows the trends and technologies and successfully upgrades its services.Â
Darijo Nujic
Head of Department of Direct Banking Support, Croatian Postal Bank
Infobip’s vast experience in customer engagement and activities helped us increase the number of active users in our database by 30% in just four weeks. With their help, we managed to activate a large number of users with high conversion rates.
Sabrina Taelman Martini
Head of Marketing, Volpy
SMS templates for call center communicationÂ
These message templates can help you respond quickly, inform customers, and simplify your workflows.Â
Appointment confirmation
Hi [First Name], your appointment with [Company] is confirmed for [Date] at [Time]. Reply 1 to confirm or 2 to reschedule.
Service update
Hi [Name], our team is currently working on your issue. Expect an update within 2 hours. Thanks for your patience.
Feedback request
We’d love your feedback. How would you rate your support experience today from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent)?
Billing reminder
Reminder: Your invoice of [Amount] is due on [Date]. For help or to make a payment, reply with HELP.
Support follow-up
Your ticket #[12345] is resolved. If you still need help, reply to this message or visit our help center.
Ready to transform your contact center with SMS?Â
Your customers expect speed, clarity, and convenience, and SMS delivers on all three. By integrating Infobip’s SMS in your call centers, you give your team the tools to resolve issues faster, reduce call volume, and keep conversations flowing.Â
From phone calls and live chat to business text messaging, our platform brings everything together in one place, powered by automation, AI, and real-time insights. Start your free trial today and take the next step toward smarter, more connected customer support.Â
FAQs
Most teams are up and running in a matter of days. Infobip provides templates, integrations, and guided onboarding.
Yes. Infobip supports voice calls, live chat, email, and several other messaging channels, all within one platform.
You can use short codes, long codes, or toll-free numbers based on your location and use case.Â
Yes. Infobip follows industry standards, including GDPR and HIPAA, and offers tools to manage opt-ins and user data securely.Â
Use the built-in analytics dashboard to monitor delivery rates, response times, customer satisfaction, and more.Â
Infobip offers a free trial so you can explore features, test workflows, and validate ROI before full deployment.Â
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