What you configure
| Field | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Business name | How your business appears in customer-facing messages |
| Industry / niche | Helps Avidra tailor conversation context (e.g., plumbing, HVAC, dental) |
| Primary callback number | The number your team actively answers |
| Custom SMS message | Fallback text sent when AI is not handling the reply |
| Generated SMS content | Auto-generated messaging used by the workspace |
Why each field matters
Business name
This is the first thing callers see in the text-back. If it does not match what they expect, they may ignore the SMS or assume it is spam. Good: “Mike’s Plumbing” — matches the name on your van and website Bad: “MP LLC” — your customers do not recognize thisIndustry / niche
Avidra uses this to adjust the AI’s conversation style and the types of questions it asks. Setting “HVAC” ensures the AI asks about central vs. mini-split systems. Setting “dental” focuses on appointment types.Primary callback number
This is the number Avidra tells callers to call back. It should be a line your team actively monitors during business hours.Custom SMS message
This fallback message is sent when AI is not active or when the workspace uses manual-only messaging. Keep it short, action-oriented, and specific to your business. Good: “Sorry we missed you! What service do you need? We’ll get back to you shortly.” Bad: “Thank you for contacting us. Your call is important to us. Please leave a message.”Best practices
- Use a real callback number your team actively answers
- Keep fallback SMS wording short and action-oriented — ask a question
- Review message wording whenever your service offering changes
- Match the business name to your Google Business Profile and website
Common mistakes
- Leaving placeholder business info after setup
- Setting a callback number that is not actively monitored
- Writing a custom SMS that conflicts with actual operating hours or service area
- Using a legal entity name instead of the customer-facing brand name
Related pages
Phone Setup
Configure routing and forwarding.
Business Hours
Set open hours and after-hours messaging.
AI Behavior
Control how the AI identifies itself.
