Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • When I start Phipe for the first time, it prompts me to enter a username and password. I do not know what they are. Help!
    The default username is admin and the password is pass.
  • I have my campaign data in two different CSV files. Can I upload more than one file to the same campaign?
    Yes, any number of CSV files can be uploaded to a campaign. However, you must ensure that all uploaded files have exact same Phone and Disposition Fields.
  • I have modified some leads in an active campaign. How do I save a copy these changes?
    There are two ways to save any modifications to a file:

    1. Under the Campaign tab select the campaign to which you have made modifications and select "Download Campaign File". This will save the newly modified file to the specified folder.
    2. Go to the "Edit/Modify campaign subset" form and choose the "Select All" option. Then choose "submit". Now you can download this modified campaign file from the result set form.
  • I am unable to dial certain contact phone numbers. What could be the possible reasons?
    Some of the possible resolutions for this could be:

    1. Check the DNC list for the applicable campaign to see whether the numbers are on this list.
    2. Check the global DNC list under the DNC tab. If they appear here, they may be restricted for calling by the administrator.
    3. Look under 'Edit/Modify campaign subset', fetch all leads for this campaign and check to see if the numbers in question are in an active state or not. If they are deactivated, activate them so that these numbers can be called.
  • Can I upload my lead data using a Microsoft Excel File?
    No, Phipe does not support Microsoft Excel files. However, they can be converted to the Comma-Separated Values (CSV) format which is supported by Phipe. To do this, open the excel file you want to convert. Under the File menu select "Save As". Change the 'Save As Type' from CSV (Comma Delimited), then select 'save'. A copy of this new CSV file can now be used as the campaign data file.
  • What types of CSV files are supported by Phipe?
    Phipe can read any CSV file with a fixed delimiter. If the delimiter is a comma, a semi-colon or a tab, it will be automatically detected. Otherwise the user can specify a custom delimiter.
  • How can I stop users from dialing on an assigned campaign?
    An active agent (an agent who is currently making calls), can be removed from a particular campaign only when this user is logged out. The user can be reassigned to any other campaign afterward.
  • How can I view the number of leads dialed by my callers/agents in real-time?
    The Cockpit tab lists the currently active users, along with the number of leads dialed by each user in their current session. This number is refreshed every time an agent logs out and logs in again. For further details of the leads dialed by any user, view their call logs.
  • I missed adding a few leads in the file I uploaded for a campaign. Do I need to recreate this campaign?
    If the number of leads that you want to add is manageable, you can add them manually using the "Add New Leads" functionality. Otherwise, you must delete and recreate the same campaign with the updated CSV file.
  • I have a few duplicate leads in my campaign. How do I avoid calling these?
    Go to the "Edit/Modify Campaign Subset" and provide criteria that can fetch all of the duplicate leads of this campaign. On the results form, select the duplicate leads and deactivate them
  • Activate/Deactivate Leads: I have uploaded a campaign with 3000 leads. It has phone numbers from 2 cities A and B. But I do not want to make calls to city B today. How can I manage this?
    Select all of the leads from city B, then press 'Deactivate Selected Leads' on the 'Selection Criteria' form.
  • How can I view the leads that are left to be dialed in the campaign?
    Go to the "Edit/Modify Campaign Subset" and select 'Is Active' as a value and an appropriate operator for the same. The list results will be only those that remain uncalled.
  • Can I delete the log entries made by another user?
    No, call logs for any existing campaign cannot be deleted. However, you can download the campaign call logs to save them as a backup.
  • I have administrator rights and have 6 callers in my campaign. How can I download or save logs for each user separately?
    Go to the 'Call Logs' tab on the administrators form. Select the campaign name and agent then press 'View' to view the data and 'Export Data To File'.
  • Our default call back time for all the leads we were unable to reach is 2 hours. Is there a way to automate this feature?
    Yes, you can establish a call back time on the disposition settings form for the specified leads. The range for this setting has a minimum of one minute to an unlimited number of minutes.
  • All of our campaigns are based in the same time zone in the United States. Each time I create a campaign I have to manually change the configuration. Is there a way to automate this?
    The Global Campaign Settings tab gives you the option to set default values for each campaign you create. Under the same tab you can select default settings for Disposition Settings, Campaign Defaults and Global Dialing Preferences.
  • Due to network failures, we often miss important scheduled calls. Is there a way to recall them or reconfigure their scheduled time?
    While you cannot reconfigure the schedule time for missed leads, you can recall your customers. On the Campaign Dialing Preferences form, increase the preference level for the missed leads. This will ensure that all your missed leads are called first the next time you begin making calls. Alternatively, if you prefer to call the missed leads at a later time, you can decrease the preference level of missed leads and increase the dialing preference for fresh leads in the Campaign Dialing Preferences form. Missed leads will then be called once all fresh leads are dialed.
  • I have set a Batch Size of 10 and have called 5 leads. However, when viewing the call logs it seems that some of the logs are not updated. Why does this happen?
    The call log is updated once you have reached the set Batch size.
  • After removing or reassigning a user from a campaign can I still view their call logs for that campaign?
    All call logs are maintained as long as the campaign exists. Deleting, removing or reassigning a user will not delete their call logs. To view them, open the Campaign tab in the administrator task form. Select the campaign that was assigned to the user you removed and press submit.
  • I want to change the name of one of my campaigns, however, I am unable to do so. What could be the possible problem?
    Either the campaign with the same name already exists or you have chosen a new campaign name which is longer than 100 characters.
  • How can I download a campaign file based on certain criteria?
    Press Download Selected Leads' button on 'Selection Criteria Form'
  • How do I edit the details for a specific lead?
    Select Edit Leads in the Dialer Form.
  • HHow do I set a callback for myself?
    First choose the call back disposition in the disposition menu. Next, set the time and click the "Me" button option. This will allow the call to come to you automatically.
  • How do we start calling?
    Click the Start button on the left side of the calls and dialing will start automatically
  • How do I logout of Phipe?
    First click on the break button, dispose the current call and then select logout.
  • How do I dispose the calls in Phipe?
    On the left hand side of the CRM, select the disposition on the drop down menu and the call will be disposed automatically.
  • What is the purpose of "Upload Campaign Script"?
    Upload campaign script is a useful feature that enables you to display your entire campaign script to your agents. That way your agents can view or read the script while they are on the call with a contact. You will find this feature just below your customer data on the browser.
  • What are placeholders?
    Placeholders is the term mentioned in your script which refer to the fields of your campaign file.
  • How do I map placeholders in my script with the fields of my campaign file?
    Use placeholder terms with a "$" sign and submit the campaign script form to save the changes. Next, open the Map Placeholders to Campaign field form. This will list all the placeholders of your script with a list of fields used in your campaign field. Select the appropriate fields for your respective placeholders and save your selections before choosing exit.
  • I have created a new campaign, assigned it to agent user for dialling. But when Agent Starts dialing It gives error message "neither fresh leads nor schedule/missed call backs are available. Please try 'start calling' after some time". What could be the possible reason for this?
    Possible reason could be:

    1. Incorrect Phone Field Selected for the Campaign (that does not have phone numbers).
    2. Invalid Phone numbers in the CSV for the selected ISD code (for example: In case of US ISD code +1 all phone number should be of 10 digits, In case of Australia ISD code +61 all Phone number should have 9 digits).
  • My Agent users are on a wireless network. While dialing numbers, occasionally a message will appear regarding an error in connection. Will making attempts to reconnect to the network lead to any loss of data?
    No, data loss will only occur in the event of improper computer shut down or restart while in the midst of a call. Minor connection errors will not lead to loss of data.

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