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
Skills & Expertise
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
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:
  • Digitize the air conditioning manual
  • Gather common user queries and issues
  • Collect technical specifications for various AC models
Natural Language Processing (NLP) development:
  • Design and train the NLP model
  • Implement intent recognition and entity extraction
  • Develop a context management system
Knowledge base creation:
  • Organize technical information into a structured database
  • Create a system for easy updates and maintenance
User interface design:
  • Design an intuitive chat interface
  • Implement multi-platform support (web, mobile, etc.)
Integration and testing:
  • Connect the NLP model with the knowledge base
  • Perform extensive testing with various query types
  • Conduct user acceptance testing
Deployment and monitoring:
  • Launch the chatbot on chosen platforms
  • Implement analytics and feedback collection
  • Set up a system for continuous improvement
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
Due Date
Activities
Deliverables
Status
Action
Tue, 09/03/24
12:00 AM UTC
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.
No Deliverables
No deliverables are required for this action item.
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.
Tue, 09/03/24
12:00 AM UTC
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
No Deliverables
No deliverables are required for this action item.
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
Tue, 09/03/24
12:00 AM UTC
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).
No Deliverables
No deliverables are required for this action item.
Guiding Questions:
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
Tue, 09/03/24
12:00 PM UTC
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.
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
Thu, 11/14/24
11:59 PM EST (UTC-05:00)
Student Temperature Check #1: Midterm Feedback
Required Evaluation
Evaluation submission is required.
Thu, 11/14/24
11:59 PM EST (UTC-05:00)
Midterm Presentation Submission
Required Action Item
Please submit a copy of your midterm presentation for our records (one submission per team).
Required Deliverable
Deliverable submission is required.
Guiding Questions:
Please submit a copy of your midterm presentation for our records (one submission per team).
Fri, 12/20/24
5:00 PM EST (UTC-05:00)
Final Presentation Submission
Required Deliverable
Required Deliverable
Deliverable submission is required.
Deliverable Instructions:
Please submit a copy of your final presentation for our records (one submission per team).
Fri, 12/20/24
5:00 PM EST (UTC-05:00)
Student Temperature Check #2: Final Feedback
Required Evaluation
Evaluation submission is required.