Primary bots manage general inbound conversations, forming the foundation of your communication strategy. In contrast, non-primary bots support workflows by handling specific tasks within designated channels when integrated into a workflow. Ensuring that both types of bots are assigned the right communication channels is key to maintaining smooth operations and delivering optimal customer interactions.
The main bot handles all conversations that haven’t been assigned to a different bot within a workflow. It acts as the primary AI assistant for general inbound communication, based on the channels it has been assigned.
IMPORTANT: You can switch primary bots at any time. Changing the primary bot won’t impact any existing configurations, but you’ll need to ensure that all necessary communication channels are properly assigned to the new primary bot if required.
Primary bots manage conversations from assigned communication channels like SMS, Facebook, or live chat, provided they aren’t already handled by conversation AI bots within a workflow. Serving as the default responders, they help maintain smooth and efficient customer interactions.
Assigning channels ensures that bots can communicate through specific conversation channels like SMS, Facebook, or live chat. The primary bot handles general inbound messages from the assigned channels, as long as that conversation was not initiated in a workflow that was being handled by another Conversation AI bot.
Non-primary bots are designed to support workflows by responding to conversations initiated through workflow automation. They operate based on the communication channels within the workflow to which they are assigned.
Non-primary bots are not involved in general inbound communication. Instead, they work exclusively within the workflows they are assigned to:
Assigning channels ensures that non-primary bots can communicate through specific channels based on their intended use within workflows.
For Example:
If you are setting up a non-primary bot that is trained to respond to leads coming from Facebook and Instagram, you will need the following things to be TRUE:
âś… Non-Primary Bot has Facebook and Instagram as assigned communication channels
âś… Create a lead nurture workflow that triggers from Facebook and Instagram messages
âś… Non-Primary Bot added to the same lead nurture workflow as an action
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the channels used in a workflow match the channels assigned to the bot.
If a workflow includes Facebook and SMS steps, ensure the bot assigned can handle both platforms or designate separate bots for each channel.
Q: What’s the difference between a primary bot and non-primary bots?
The primary bot handles all general inbound messages unless they are assigned to a different bot in a workflow. Non-primary bots, on the other hand, are used exclusively within workflows to handle specific tasks.
Q: What happens if I don’t assign all necessary channels to my primary bot?
If channels are missing from the primary bot’s configuration, it won’t be able to respond to messages on those platforms. Make sure all relevant communication channels are assigned to the primary bot to avoid interruptions in customer interactions.
Q: Can I have more than one primary bot?
No, only one bot can be designated as the primary bot at a time. If you need to switch primary bots, you can do so, but ensure that all required channels are reassigned to the new primary bot.
Q: Can non-primary bots respond to general inbound messages?
No, non-primary bots are designed to respond only within workflows. General inbound messages are exclusively managed by the primary bot.
Q: How do I ensure a non-primary bot responds to a specific workflow step?
Assign the non-primary bot to the appropriate step in the workflow and verify that the workflow uses channels that match the bot’s assigned channels. For example, an SMS bot will not respond to Facebook messages within the same workflow.
Q: Can I assign multiple non-primary bots to a single workflow?
Yes, you can assign multiple non-primary bots to a workflow, each configured for different tasks or channels. For example, you could use one bot for appointment booking and another for customer support within the same workflow.
Q: What happens if a workflow includes a channel not assigned to the non-primary bot?
The bot will not respond to messages on channels it isn’t configured for. To avoid this, ensure the channels in the workflow match the channels assigned to the bot.
Q: Can I switch a non-primary bot’s channel assignments after it has been added to a workflow?
Yes, you can modify a non-primary bot’s channel assignments at any time. However, you’ll need to review the workflows using that bot to ensure its new channel configuration aligns with the workflow steps.
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