Example of an IVR menu for a RingCentral switchboard
Welcome to [Company Name]. To help you quickly, please select an option from the menu below. Press 1 for sales. Press 2 for support. Press 3 for invoicing. For all other enquiries, please stay on the line and we will put you through to a member of staff.
Why this script works
- 1.A brief welcome: the caller knows straight away they’ve come to the right place.
- 2.Immediate action: clear choices are sent straight to the right department.
- 3.Expectation management: if you don’t make a choice, you know an employee will answer.












