A system and method for providing data communication between an
information system, such as a LAN, and a communication system, such as a
PBX operating under control of an automatic call routing system, is
disclosed. According to a preferred embodiment, data as to a particular
LAN user's schedule, as reflected in an electronic calendar application,
is used to properly route calls via the automatic call routing system.
Alternative embodiments providing for the scheduling of events in the
electronic calendar as well as the dissemination of information through
the communication system are also disclosed.