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Preprint Article Version 1 This version is not peer-reviewed

Version 1 : Received: 4 August 2024 / Approved: 5 August 2024 / Online: 6 August 2024 (08:18:59 CEST)

This study explores the role of chatbots in enhancing customer service, examining their benefits, limitations, and overall impact on modern support systems. Chatbots have emerged as a transformative technology in customer service, offering significant advantages such as increased efficiency through automation of routine tasks, reduced response times, and the ability to provide 24/7 support. By handling high volumes of inquiries and managing repetitive tasks, chatbots alleviate the workload of human agents, allowing them to focus on more complex issues. Additionally, chatbots employ advanced data analytics and machine learning to deliver personalized interactions, enhancing user engagement and satisfaction. Despite these benefits, the research identifies several challenges, including chatbots' difficulty in managing complex queries and their lack of emotional intelligence, which often necessitates escalation to human agents. The study also highlights the importance of well-designed chatbots and seamless integration with existing systems to ensure effective user experiences. Privacy and security concerns are critical, as chatbots handle sensitive customer data, requiring robust measures to protect against breaches and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. Looking ahead, advancements in technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI) are expected to further enhance chatbot capabilities, addressing current limitations and expanding their role in customer service. The findings suggest that a hybrid approach, combining chatbots with human support, offers the most effective solution for delivering high-quality customer service. Overall, chatbots have proven to be valuable assets, and their continued evolution promises to significantly impact the future of customer service.

chatbots; customer service; automation; personalization; efficiency; privacy; artificial intelligence

Business, Economics and Management, Business and Management

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