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Maintenance
Armed forces mechanics must be able to fix a wild variety of vehicles
and equipment. They need to keep abreast of the latest technology and
to be able to determine the availability of parts. An automated Computer
Telephony system equipped with voice response capability accepts spoken
part numbers and provides information on availability. An on-line database
of repair manuals is available through a fax server. Once the required
product and procedure are identified by the caller, the relevant pages
of the manual are faxed.
Mobilization Orders
When a military action is planned, forces must be mobilized quickly. This
means that large numbers of people must be contacted and given orders
in a short period of time. A Computer Telephony system can be programmed
to help place and receive calls. Personnel who are aware of the mobilization
order call in , enter their authorization codes, and receive their orders
and report date. The system generates calls automatically and plays a
recording that informs needed personnel about the mobilization. Unanswered
or busy calls are redialed until the intended party is contacted.
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