SailBot.AI

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Project Overview Overview

In 2020, a forward-thinking SaaS company offering live chat solutions partnered with Scrum Digital to enhance its platform with an intelligent, workflow-driven chatbot. The client catered to service-centric industries such as senior living, dental care, cosmetic surgery, and more each requiring fast, consistent, and effective lead engagement tools.

Their existing live chat platform relied heavily on human agents, which led to high workloads, inconsistent user experiences, and limited scalability. The goal was to build an AI-powered extension that could automate visitor engagement, streamline lead capture, and facilitate seamless appointment scheduling. Recognizing Scrum Digital’s strength in AI product development and SaaS solutions, the client entrusted us with developing SailBot AI, a chatbot designed to convert website traffic into qualified leads.

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Goals & Objectives Goals

The chatbot project was focused on solving critical business challenges while enhancing platform capabilities. The following objectives defined our approach:

  • 01Automated Visitor Engagement

    Develop a chatbot that can instantly greet and guide users with predefined workflows, eliminating the need for manual input.

  • 02Streamlined Appointment Scheduling

    Enable users to book appointments directly through the chatbot using integrated calendar logic.

  • 03Lead Capture & Conversion

    Design lead capture forms within the chat interface to convert users into potential clients through meaningful interactions.

  • 04Human Handoff Functionality

    Ensure users can switch to live human support seamlessly when required, without leaving the chat window.

  • 05Multi-Industry Adaptability

    Create customizable workflows for different industries dental, senior living, cosmetic surgery, etc. without additional development effort.

  • 06Reduced Agent Workload

    Automate repetitive FAQs and data collection to minimize dependency on live agents, improving efficiency and response time.

Challenges & SolutionsChallenges

Throughout the product cycle, the team at Scrum Digital addressed a range of development and UX challenges to ensure success:

Challenges

Solutions

High Agent Overload

Manual handling of every visitor increased operational load.

Challenges

High Agent Overload

Introduced a structured chatbot to automate initial engagement and common queries.

Solutions

Inconsistent Lead Follow-Up

Many leads dropped off due to incomplete data collection.

Challenges

Inconsistent Lead Follow-Up

Built-in lead capture forms to collect contact details during the conversation itself.

Solutions

Typing-Based Chat Fatigue

Users hesitated to type long responses.

Challenges

Typing-Based Chat Fatigue

Button-based flows streamlined the experience with predefined response options.

Solutions

Low Conversion on Off-Hours

No support staff during non-working hours.

Challenges

Low Conversion on Off-Hours

24/7 chatbot availability ensured lead capture continued round the clock.

Solutions

No Built-In Booking Capability

Users couldn’t schedule directly via chat.

Challenges

No Built-In Booking Capability

Embedded appointment booking system integrated with client calendars.

Solutions

Lack of Personalization

Same flow for all industries didn’t work.

Challenges

Lack of Personalization

Created client-specific workflows that aligned with industry needs.

Solutions

Escalation Gaps

No option to connect to a human during complex queries.

Challenges

Escalation Gaps

Added a live chat handoff button within the same chat session.

Solutions

Data Fragmentation

Chat data wasn’t integrated with CRM systems.

Challenges

Data Fragmentation

Ensured the platform exported lead data in real-time to clients’ CRM or email.

Solutions

Difficult Platform Maintenance

Updating flows required custom coding for each client.

Challenges

Difficult Platform Maintenance

Designed a low-code interface to let admins configure workflows on their own.

Solutions

Scalability Limitations

The platform was not optimized for high-volume clients.

Challenges

Scalability Limitations

Built a scalable backend that could support multiple workflows and concurrent users effortlessly.

Solutions

Visual DesignVisual

The chatbot UI was built with simplicity and functionality in mind. A clean and modern interface allowed users to navigate conversations with minimal effort. Button-based responses, branded color schemes, and inline lead forms enhanced usability while reinforcing client identity. We prioritized a layout that worked equally well across desktop and mobile platforms to ensure a smooth user journey.

Design ProcessProcess

The design process for SailBot AI followed Scrum Digital’s user-first, agile-driven methodology. Here's how we brought the platform to life:

  • 01

    Research & Mapping

    Stakeholder interviews Competitor analysis Market research Pain point identification Platform goals

  • 02

    User Flow Planning

    User journey mapping Use case development Role-based flowcharts Experience prioritization Conversion pathways

  • 03

    Wireframing & Prototyping

    Low-fidelity wireframes Content structure UI layout Clickable prototypes Navigation flow

  • 04

    UI/UX Design Execution

    Interface consistency Accessibility standards Responsive design Visual hierarchy Design system

  • 05

    Agile Product Development

    Agile methodology Sprint-based development Feature prioritization Client feedback loops Scalable architecture

  • 06

    Testing, Launch & Optimization

    User testing Bug fixing Final QA Post-launch monitoring