Disclosed are systems and methods which utilize information communication
systems for transaction and information management. According to
embodiments, an automated information management engine is provided
enabling and facilitating the purchase of goods and services through
various payment options resulting in increased profitability and
visibility safely, securely and conveniently. Embodiments utilize a
telephony system, and/or other information communication system, having
access terminals disposed within a controlled environment facility for
use by residents thereof to conduct transactions or other desirable
exchanges of information, goods, services, etcetera. Embodiments provide
integration across various aspects of transaction and information
management, such as prepaid account management, collect calling services,
and commissary services, to thereby facilitate seamless user interaction
for account deposit, account status inquiry, commissary ordering, and
collect calling. Interactive systems of embodiments operate intelligently
to facilitate and/or optimize use thereof, such as to identify low
account status and implement interaction to solicit deposit of funds.