Undoubtedly, field service technology is enhanced by AI, facilitating transparency, streamlining processes, and improving customer service. Using real-time data prevents miscommunications between the field and office and solves issues in scheduling conflicts. This means increased productivity and customer satisfaction.
Field services have seen a rise in interest in AI and its benefits, which has increased demand for software developers. While demand for developers is high, educators are now filling that workforce demand by offering online management information systems programs. This is critical to improve efficiency in field services.
AI Optimization Means Easier Scheduling and Dispatching
Typically, scheduling and dispatching mean having field service teams coordinate information, but AI can step in, making easier scheduling and dispatching possible. AI-optimized routes allow dispatchers to find the right technician for the job. In addition, it finds the best schedules and routes, organizing priorities for improved customer service, all while using algorithms to determine the success of a call and the need for return trips.
Improves the Customer Experience
Whether AI-trained chatbots or self-service, the customer experience is improved radically. AI allows 24/7 availability and can address a customer’s needs more quickly than a person. AI-driven self-service will enable customers to upload pictures when describing their needs. It also allows them to schedule a technician in real-time.
Facilitates Better Preventative Maintenance
Along with improved customer service, AI provides better preventative maintenance by using a servicing schedule rather than waiting for red flags that often cost more to address. In addition, AI software assists with preventative maintenance, gathering data from sensors and similar assets.
Prevention is worth an ounce of cure, as the old saying goes. AI is your software’s gateway to prevention and availability, improving service, performance, and the bottom line.
Resource:
Vele Galvoski, The State of Field Services 2022, TSIA.