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Research Summary (2026)

Overview

Section titled “Overview”

Based on the latest data from the Zoom Technical Library (library.zoom.com), specifically the “Bluepapers” and “Field Guides,” Zoom Contact Center (ZCC) has introduced several significant updates and best practices for administrators in 2026. This summary highlights key areas of focus for technical implementation and strategic optimization.

Flow Designer & Dynamic Integrations

Section titled “Flow Designer & Dynamic Integrations”
  • HTTP Call Widget: This widget remains the cornerstone for external data lookups. It supports standard HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) and allows for passing query parameters. A key security feature is that credentials (keys, secrets) are hidden by default in the UI.
  • Connectors: Used for seamless integration with 3rd-party CRMs and databases. Connectors enable real-time data fetching (e.g., CRM records) during an IVR session to provide personalized routing or screen pops for agents.
  • Script Widget: For complex logic that exceeds standard widget capabilities, the Script widget allows for custom JavaScript execution within a Flow.

Advanced Routing Strategies

Section titled “Advanced Routing Strategies”
  • Consumer Routing Profiles: Beyond standard FIFO, ZCC now emphasizes:
    • Top Priority Routing: Allows specific consumers (e.g., VIPs) to bypass the queue.
    • Accumulated Priority Routing: A fairness-based system where consumers earn points based on wait time, ensuring even non-prioritized users eventually reach the front.
  • Agent Routing Profiles:
    • Proficiency-Based: Matching consumers to agents based on a skill rating (1-25).
    • Text-Based: Keyword and language detection for matching text interactions to capable agents.

Queue Management & AI Integration

Section titled “Queue Management & AI Integration”
  • Omnichannel Queues: Support for Voice, Video, Chat, SMS, and Email.
  • AI Companion & Expert Assist: Deep integration within Queues to provide:
    • Real-time sentiment analysis.
    • Conversation summaries.
    • Next-best-action recommendations.
    • Automatic disposition suggestions.

Asset & Compliance Management

Section titled “Asset & Compliance Management”
  • Asset Library: Centralized management of audio files, email templates, images, JavaScript scripts, and videos (\<100MB).
  • Archive System: Deleted assets are held in an Archive for 30 days before permanent deletion, providing a safety net for accidental removals.
  • Data Redaction: Enhanced policies for redacting personal data in recordings and transcripts to meet global compliance standards.

Best Practices & Pitfalls

Section titled “Best Practices & Pitfalls”
  • Reverse Logic Building: A core recommendation from the Field Guides is to “build backwards”—configure the terminal components (e.g., Queues, Skills) before the entry-point components (e.g., Flows).
  • Common Pitfalls:
    • Inconsistent variable naming across different widgets in a Flow.
    • Over-relying on Top Priority routing, which can lead to “starvation” of non-prioritized queues (mitigated by using Accumulated Priority).
    • Neglecting disposition mandatory settings, leading to poor reporting data.