SitePal is a speaking avatar platform for small and medium sized businesses developed by Oddcast.
SitePal allows users to deploy "virtual employees" on websites that can welcome visitors, guide them around the site and answer questions.
The use of SitePal on commercial websites has been controversial because many visitors report finding them annoying. Some research has shown that they can increase sales in comparison to using static photographs.
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SitePal is a speaking avatar platform for small and medium sized businesses developed by Oddcast.
SitePal allows users to deploy "virtual employees" on websites that can welcome visitors, guide them around the site and answer questions.
The use of SitePal on commercial websites has been controversial because many visitors report finding them annoying. Some research has shown that they can increase sales in comparison to using static photographs.
The technology used was the result of more than 4 years of research at Stanford University. The research was based on a literature review and other previous work in the field of artificial intelligence research.
The SitePal AI option uses the AIML programming language, which is partially editable by users. This allows web designers to simulate normal human conversation by using keywords or key phrases that the bot can respond to.
The company provides web designers with options to customize the chosen avatar. A large selection of faces,...
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