Project Title: CoolAssist: Chatbot Development
FourstarAC
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| Project Title | CoolAssist: Chatbot Development |
| Project Topics | Data Management Operations Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain Research & Development |
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| Project Synopsis: Challenge/Opportunity | This Industry Capstone Program project is with the company FourStarAC and the faculty advisor is Professor Alkis Vazacopoulos. This project aims to develop an intelligent chatbot system designed to provide technical support for air conditioning units. By leveraging natural language processing and machine learning techniques, the chatbot will interpret user queries and extract relevant information from a digitized air conditioning manual. The system will offer users quick and accurate responses to their technical questions, troubleshooting advice, and maintenance tips, all accessible through a user-friendly interface. This innovative solution will enhance customer support, reduce the need for human intervention in routine inquiries, and empower users with instant access to specific technical information about their air conditioning units. Misc. Information: Here's a potential name for your chatbot: CoolAssist This name combines "Cool" (referencing air conditioning) with "Assist" (highlighting the chatbot's helpful nature). It's short, memorable, and conveys the purpose of the chatbot. Alternative options could include: 1. AirGuide 2. ClimaChat 3. ACAdvisor 4. TempTalk 5. BreezeBot
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| Project Synopsis: Activities/Actions Required |
To achieve the desired results for the CoolAssist chatbot project, several key activities and action items will need to be undertaken. Here's a concise list of important steps: Data collection and preparation:
Natural Language Processing (NLP) development:
Knowledge base creation:
User interface design:
Integration and testing:
Deployment and monitoring:
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| Project Synopsis: Expected Results |
To define success for the CoolAssist project and establish measurable results, we should consider both quantitative and qualitative metrics. Here's a concise overview of potential success criteria:
1. User Satisfaction: - Achieve a customer satisfaction score (CSAT) of 85% or higher - Maintain a Net Promoter Score (NPS) above 50 2. Efficiency: - Reduce average response time to user queries by 50% - Resolve 70% of user issues without human intervention 3. Accuracy: - Achieve 90% or higher accuracy in intent recognition - Maintain less than 5% error rate in provided solutions 4. Engagement: - Increase user engagement with self-service support by 40% - Achieve a chatbot completion rate of 80% (users finding a solution) 5. Cost Reduction: - Decrease customer support operational costs by 30% - Reduce the number of human-handled inquiries by 50% 6. Scalability: - Successfully handle a 200% increase in query volume without performance degradation 7. Continuous Improvement: - Implement monthly updates based on user feedback and new AC models - Expand the knowledge base by 10% quarterly |
Project Timeline
FourstarAC - CoolAssist: Chatbot Development
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Tue, 09/03/24
12:00 AM
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Industry Capstone Program Webpage & Contact Information
To learn more about the Industry Capstone Program, please click the link below:
https://www.stevens.edu/industry-capstone If you have any questions, comments, or concerns throughout the semester please do not hesitate to contact Christina Alwell, Manager of the Industry Capstone Program. Her email is christina.alwell@stevens.edu and she is available for in-person and Zoom appointments. |
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Guiding Questions:
To learn more about the Industry Capstone Program, please click the link below:
https://www.stevens.edu/industry-capstone If you have any questions, comments, or concerns throughout the semester please do not hesitate to contact Christina Alwell, Manager of the Industry Capstone Program. Her email is christina.alwell@stevens.edu and she is available for in-person and Zoom appointments. |
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Tue, 09/03/24
12:00 AM
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2024-25 Academic Calendar
Please see the link below for the 2024-25 academic calendar to view all important dates, holidays, and events.
https://www.stevens.edu/office-of-the-registrar/academic-calendar |
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Guiding Questions:
Please see the link below for the 2024-25 academic calendar to view all important dates, holidays, and events.
https://www.stevens.edu/office-of-the-registrar/academic-calendar Location: Virtual
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Tue, 09/03/24
12:00 AM
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First Day of Classes & Last Day of Classes
The first day of classes is September 3, 2024. The last day of classes is December 13, 2024.
In mid-October/early November students will virtually share their midterm presentations with School of Business faculty and staff. In December students will virtually share their final presentations with School of Business faculty, staff, and the corporate partner(s). |
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The first day of classes is September 3, 2024. The last day of classes is December 13, 2024.
In mid-October/early November students will virtually share their midterm presentations with School of Business faculty and staff. In December students will virtually share their final presentations with School of Business faculty, staff, and the corporate partner(s). Location: In Person
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Tue, 09/03/24
12:00 PM
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Stevens Brand Guidelines
The Stevens Brand Guidelines webpage is a helpful resource to utilize throughout the semester! Feel free to download a virtual background (from this webpage) to utilize for Zoom meetings with your faculty advisor, student team, and corporate partner(s). Students can also view the PowerPoint template which will be utilized for the midterm and final presentations.
https://www.stevens.edu/brandguide |
No Deliverables
No deliverables are required for this action item.
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Guiding Questions:
The Stevens Brand Guidelines webpage is a helpful resource to utilize throughout the semester! Feel free to download a virtual background (from this webpage) to utilize for Zoom meetings with your faculty advisor, student team, and corporate partner(s). Students can also view the PowerPoint template which will be utilized for the midterm and final presentations.
https://www.stevens.edu/brandguide |
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Thu, 11/14/24
11:59 PM
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Student Temperature Check #1: Midterm Feedback
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Required Evaluation
Evaluation submission is required.
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Thu, 11/14/24
11:59 PM
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Midterm Presentation Submission
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Please submit a copy of your midterm presentation for our records (one submission per team).
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Deliverable submission is required.
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Guiding Questions:
Please submit a copy of your midterm presentation for our records (one submission per team).
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Fri, 12/20/24
5:00 PM
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Final Presentation Submission
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Deliverable Instructions:
Please submit a copy of your final presentation for our records (one submission per team).
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Fri, 12/20/24
5:00 PM
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Student Temperature Check #2: Final Feedback
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Required Evaluation
Evaluation submission is required.
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Program Managers
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| Kate Marsden | Stevens Institute of Technology, School of Business Industry Capstone Program |
Teams
| Team Name | Project Name | Team Members |
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| CoolAssist: Fall 2024 ICP Project | CoolAssist: Chatbot Development |
