Why Traditional Chatbots Will Not Stand a Chance

Enterprises primarily look for simple and low-cost options to offer their clients online services that make use of conventional chatbots (also referred to as ‘virtual assistants’). Instead of saving, in most cases, the expenses rise as the chatbots initially have to be ‘trained’ via so-called ‘dialog scripts’ in order to be put into operation. Those scripts have to be programmed manually! In addition, it is proven that traditional chatbots neither prevent further inquiries nor do they achieve favorable customer experiences. Rather, there is a high possibility of doing oneself a disservice by using chat robots. In light of smart speech assistance, such as SIRI or CORTANA, growing skepticism about their sustainability is valid.

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Artificial Intelligence: Why AI is the Key to Success

Enterprises of all industries and sizes are facing fundamental challenges caused by the progressive digitalization throughout societies worldwide. After decades of inflexible work processes based on rigid rules and top-down structures, slowly but surely the public has dominated the market. Given their demands for individual quotations and immediate response, many business models have fallen into disuse. The future holds the solution in artificial intelligence (AI).

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Digital Transformation: May I Help the Next in Line please?

Not long ago, waiting in line was accepted as part of our daily lives. For public services, banks and retail, concert or sporting event tickets – waiting in line was the order of the day. Thanks to modern software, the Internet of Things, and more efficient customer service models and new organizational structures, the norms being challenged. Are you still seeing a line? Something must have really gone wrong!

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