Specialists are agents with specific expertise who handle particular types of tickets. Assigning specialists helps ensure tickets are handled by the most suitable person, improving resolution speed and quality.
Before You Begin
- Make sure the user is already added as an agent
- Identify which categories or sub-categories require specialist handling
- Ensure specialists have the right access permissions
Steps
- Log in to Synclo
Sign in and access your dashboard. - Go to Ticketing & Helpdesk
Open the helpdesk module from the sidebar. - Open Settings or Configuration
Navigate to where categories and assignments are managed. - Click on Categories or Sub-Categories
Select the area where you want to assign a specialist. - Select the Category/Sub-Category
Choose the specific type of issue that requires a specialist. - Locate the Specialist Assignment Option
Look for a field labeled Assign Specialist or similar. - Select the Agent
Choose the agent who has expertise in that area. - Assign Multiple Specialists (if allowed)
If your setup allows, add more than one specialist for flexibility. - Review the setup
Ensure the selected agents match the type of tickets expected. - Click Save Changes
Save your configuration.
What Happens Next
- Tickets in that category will be routed to the assigned specialist(s)
- Resolution time improves due to expert handling
- Less need for reassigning tickets internally
Quick Tips
- Assign specialists based on skills, not availability alone
- Avoid assigning too many specialists to one category
- Review assignments regularly as your team grows