Frequently Asked Questions - Business Phones

Business Phones

Viewing Business Phone Data

Are there reports we can run to see current employee location information?

CalAnswers:

  • A Position Location Report is available in Cal Answers, which includes Location code, Cubicle field, and Business Phone.
  • It is available under Workforce Detail > Position Management.

Cognos:

  • Cognos Report, R-272 Employee Roster, shows Location Code and Location Description, Cubicle, and Business Phone.

Updating Business Phone Information

Can an international number be added?

No - international phone numbers can not be added as business phone numbers.

How do I update my business phone number in UCPath?

To update your business phone number, please follow these steps:

  • Log in to your People Cards profile: http://portal.berkeley.edu/people
  • Click the pencil icon near your business phone number to edit.
  • Enter your updated business phone number using a 10-digit format (xxx-xxx-xxxx). Please no international phone numbers
  • Save your changes.

Privacy & Display

Who will be able to view these numbers? If I add my number, will everyone see it?

Business phone numbers entered into People Cards will be sent to UCPath and be visible to:

  • you
  • your manager
  • HR transactors on campus and at the UCPath Center.

Your personal phone number should be included as a business phone number if you use it for business purposes.

System Sync & Timing

I’ve updated my phone number in People Cards. When will I see it updated in UCPath?

Next Day - Phone numbers added to People Cards will be available and visible in UCPath the next day.

Campus Directory Integration

If I add a business phone in the Campus Directory will it update UCPath or People Cards?

No - Business Phones added to the Campus Directory do not get sent to UCPath or People Cards.

  • To ensure compliance, business phones need to be added to People Cards, which feed to UCPath overnight.
  • Employees who want their business phone displayed in the Campus Directory must add it there separately.

Will my business phone in UCPath be displayed in the Campus Directory?

No - Employees must enter their phone number separately in the Campus Directory if they want it to be publicly displayed.