What exactly is Bonnie?
Bonnie is a voice AI assistant — a smart digital helper that understands and talks just like a human. She answers your phone calls, replies via WhatsApp, handles routine questions, books appointments, and connects callers to your team when needed. She works around the clock and speaks more than 20 languages.
Will Bonnie sound robotic?
No. Bonnie uses natural-sounding digital voices with customisable tone and accent. Most callers can't tell they're speaking with an AI — she generates a unique greeting for every call and adapts her style to match your business personality.
Can I keep my existing phone number?
Yes. You can keep your existing number with simple call forwarding, so all calls are routed to Bonnie without any disruption. Alternatively, we can set up a dedicated Bonnie number for your website and Google Business Profile.
Does Bonnie work with both landlines and mobile numbers?
Yes. Bonnie is compatible with both business mobile and landline numbers. Setup is simple — activating call forwarding takes just a few steps and our Comstel team guides you through the entire process.
Can Bonnie transfer calls to my team?
Yes. You configure routing rules during setup — sales enquiries go to your sales person, technical questions to your technician, urgent matters to a manager, and so on. If no one is available, Bonnie logs the call details and emails a callback request so nothing is missed.
Can Bonnie handle pricing questions?
Yes. You train Bonnie with your pricing information during setup, and she'll answer pricing questions for standard services. For custom quotes or complex requests, she collects the relevant details and either transfers the call or sends you a callback request.
How do bookings actually work?
Bonnie collects appointment details during the call and sends your booking link via WhatsApp so customers can book themselves. She integrates with major booking systems and Zapier, allowing automated workflows that sync with your calendar.
Can Bonnie answer outside business hours?
Yes. You control the schedule. Best practice for most businesses is to let your team answer first during opening hours and have Bonnie pick up only if no one's available. Outside hours, Bonnie answers everything directly — capturing every after-hours opportunity.
How long does setup take?
You'll be live in days, not weeks. Bonnie's AI-assisted onboarding is fast and user-friendly — most setups are complete in a single day. Comstel handles the heavy lifting and guides you through every step.
What if Bonnie doesn't know an answer?
If Bonnie doesn't recognise a question, she can forward the call to your team or send a WhatsApp message with your contact details or a link of your choice. You decide what happens next — nothing falls through the cracks.
How do I get started with Bonnie through Comstel?
Call Comstel ICT on 1300 070 747 or fill in our contact form. A real team member will respond the same business day to discuss your call volume, the questions Bonnie should answer, and the integrations you need. We then handle setup end-to-end.