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Live answering services can be a convenient way to handle calls for B2C and B2B businesses.   A range of industries use live answering services on a daily basis, but how do they work and is a live answering service what your business needs? Read on to learn more about how a live answering service works and how Business 1300 can help your business succeed.   ## **What is a Live Answering Service?** A [live answering service](https://business1300.com.au/what-is-a-live-answering-service) handles communications for a collection of companies. They can handle inbound calls using a script which signals to the operator who the caller is calling for. When the operator answers the call, they are able to take a message or direct the call accordingly.   ## **What is the Purpose of a Live Answering Service?** First and foremost, live answering services provide a professional front for SME businesses and large corporations alike. Live answering services also can help small and medium-sized businesses handle large call volumes without having to hire in-house. The service can also be used to relieve staff members during the holidays, after hours or in case of an emergency.   ## **How Does it Work?** [Live answering services benefit](https://www.business1300.com.au/what-are-the-benefits-of-a-live-answering-service) both the customer and the company by reducing the time a customer has to wait to speak to a representative, often leading to greater customer satisfaction. Operators are able to answer the call in a timely manner and use a prompted script to answer the caller’s queries and direct them accordingly. Overall, live answering services ensure a more pleasant experience for the caller, which is crucial in a customer driven environment. 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