Step-by-Step Guide for Product/Service Assistants

Last updated: Dec 2, 20248 min read

This comprehensive guide walks through every field when creating an AI assistant for your product or service business.

Business Profile

Company Name *

Your official business name

Business Type *

E-commerce, SaaS, Professional Services, Retail, Restaurant, Healthcare, etc.

Industry

Specific industry for better context (Technology, Fashion, Food & Beverage, etc.)

Business Description

2-3 sentences about what your business does and what makes it unique

Products/Services

For each product or service, provide:

  • Name: Product/service name
  • Category: Classification (Electronics, Apparel, Consulting, etc.)
  • Description: What it is and key features
  • Price: Cost or price range
  • Availability: In stock, made-to-order, seasonal
  • Specifications: Size, color, technical specs
  • Images/Links: Product page URLs

Business Operations

Business Hours *

Operating hours for each day:
Monday-Friday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 4 PM
Sunday: Closed

Response Time

Expected response time for inquiries (AI responds instantly, but set expectations for human follow-up)

Service Area

Geographic areas you serve (local, regional, national, international)

Ordering & Purchase Process

  • How to Order: Website, phone, email, in-person
  • Payment Methods: Credit cards, PayPal, invoicing, etc.
  • Minimum Orders: If applicable
  • Lead Times: How long from order to delivery
  • Shipping Options: Standard, express, pickup
  • Shipping Costs: Rates or free shipping thresholds

Customer Service Policies

Return Policy *

• Return window (e.g., 30 days)
• Conditions for returns
• Restocking fees
• Refund processing time

Warranty/Guarantee

What's covered, duration, how to claim

Exchange Policy

Can customers exchange items? Process and conditions

FAQs to Configure

Organize FAQs by category:

General Questions

  • • What do you sell/offer?
  • • Where are you located?
  • • What are your hours?
  • • Do you have a physical store?

Product/Service Questions

  • • What's the difference between X and Y?
  • • Is this suitable for [use case]?
  • • Do you offer customization?
  • • What sizes/colors are available?

Ordering Questions

  • • How do I place an order?
  • • What payment methods do you accept?
  • • Can I cancel my order?
  • • Do you offer discounts?

Shipping Questions

  • • How much is shipping?
  • • When will my order arrive?
  • • Do you ship internationally?
  • • How do I track my order?

Contact Information

Customer Service Email *

Main support email address

Phone Number

Customer service phone line

Website

Your company website URL

Social Media

Links to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.

Assistant Personality

Configure the Assistant's Voice:

  • Tone: Professional, Friendly, Casual, Technical
  • Brand Voice: Match your company's communication style
  • Greeting: Welcome message customers see first
  • Closing: How the assistant signs off

Advanced Features

  • Lead Capture: Collect customer information for follow-up
  • Appointment Booking: Schedule consultations or service calls
  • Order Tracking: Integrate with your order system
  • Product Recommendations: Suggest products based on needs
  • Abandoned Cart: Follow up with customers who didn't complete purchases

✅ Launch Checklist: Before going live, test with questions like "What do you sell?", "How much does [product] cost?", "What's your return policy?", "How do I order?", and "Are you open on Sunday?"

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