Articles - Chatbots

Chatbots have become an essential part of modern customer communication, helping contact centres manage routine enquiries quickly and efficiently. This collection of expert insights, best practices, and real-world examples explores how to design, implement, and optimise chatbots to deliver fast, accurate, and customer-friendly support. Learn how chatbots can work alongside human advisors, handle common queries, and free up teams to focus on more complex tasks. We’ve also got some articles on easy mistakes to avoid. In addition, the resources highlight how AI and conversational design are shaping the future of automated service.

Why Aren’t Chatbots Delivering on ROI?
Why Aren’t Chatbots Delivering?
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The Rise of Chatbots in Customer Service
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8 Must-Have Bots for Modern Customer Service Teams
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Are Chatbots the Tech We All Love to Hate?
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Out of Hours Service – Who’s Doing It Best?
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10 Changes Set to Redefine the Future of Self-Service
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F*** This! How to Make Sure Your Chatbots Don’t Swear at Customers
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How to Design an Escalation Matrix for Call Centre Agents
Key questions to ask when buying a chatbot
Key Questions to Ask When Buying a Chatbot
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What Is a Chatbot? Our Simplified Guide
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Chatbots’ Reputation in the Gutter
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The Latest Trends in CX Self-Service
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Top Ways Tech Can Help With Cutting Contact Centre Costs
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25 Ways to Improve Your Contact Centre Operation
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How to Measure Chatbot Performance
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Using ChatGPT in Customer Service
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What Are Chatbots?
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The Algorithms Behind Chatbots
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An Introduction to How Chatbots Work
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The Difference Between a Bot and a ChatBot
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A Quick Guide to Chatbots
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Customer Service AI: Where Are We Now?
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Chatbots: How Your Business SHOULD Be Using Them – With Examples
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Call Centre Software: What Should You Be Looking Out For?