AI-Based Smart Utility Management System

Abstract

This research explores the development and implementation of an AI-based Smart Utility Management System that allows users to book home services such as cleaning, electrical, plumbing, and more. The system integrates AI-powered features like personalized user experiences, chatbots, predictive analytics, image recognition, and smart scheduling to enhance efficiency and user satisfaction. Additionally, it incorporates non-AI features like user dashboards, loyalty programs, multilingual support, and service provider profiles to improve accessibility and engagement. This paper outlines the system’s methodology, architecture, AI models, and evaluation metrics. The results demonstrate that AI-driven home service management improves user experience, service efficiency, and business scalability. Challenges such as data privacy, AI bias, and service provider optimization are discussed, along with future directions for AI-powered home service platforms.

Introduction

1. Data Collection

The system collects user behavior data, service preferences, and historical booking data to train AI models. Data sources include past service history, customer reviews, and service provider efficiency metrics. To ensure data privacy, user information is anonymized before processing.

1. AI-Powered Personalization

The system uses machine learning algorithms to analyze user behavior and suggest services tailored to their preferences. For instance, if a user frequently books home cleaning, the platform recommends related services like pest control at discounted rates.

1. AI Chatbot Implementation

An AI chatbot, developed using NLP algorithms, handles customer queries, service bookings, and issue resolutions in real-time. The chatbot understands user intent and responds with accurate service recommendations, reducing the need for human intervention.

1. Predictive Analytics

AI-driven predictive analytics anticipate service demands by analyzing historical booking patterns. This allows the platform to optimize service availability, prevent scheduling conflicts, and offer targeted promotions.

1. Image Recognition for Quality Control

Users upload before-and-after service images, which AI analyzes to ensure service quality. The system categorizes images and uses them for quality assessment and service provider performance evaluation.

1. Voice Search Integration

The system includes AI-powered voice search capabilities that allow users to book services using voice commands, improving accessibility and user convenience.

I. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE

The system follows a three-tier architecture:

1. Frontend (React.js): Provides an interactive user interface for service booking and chatbot interactions.
2. Backend (Node.js & Express.js): Manages business logic, AI model processing, and service provider allocation.
3. Database (MongoDB): Stores user profiles, service bookings, chatbot interactions, and AI-generated insights.

II. FEATURES AND MODULES

1. AI Features

1. Personalized User Experience: AI-driven recommendations based on user preferences.
2. AI Chatbot: NLP-based chatbot for real-time customer interactions.
3. Predictive Analytics: Demand forecasting for optimized service availability.
4. Automated Content Generation: AI-generated blog posts and service descriptions.
5. Image Recognition: Quality assessment through user-uploaded images.
6. Voice Search: AI-enabled voice commands for service bookings.
7. Smart Scheduling: AI optimizes service assignments based on location and availability.
8. Enhanced Search Functionality: AI-powered search with user intent understanding.

1. Non-AI Features

1. User Dashboard: Personalized space for managing bookings.
2. Service Reviews and Ratings: User-generated feedback for service providers.
3. Loyalty and Referral Programs: Points and rewards for repeat customers.
4. Subscription Plans: Regular services at discounted rates.
5. Multilingual Support: Service accessibility in multiple languages.
6. Appointment Reminders: Automated SMS and email notifications.

III. EVALUATION AND RESULTS

The system was tested on a real-world dataset of home service bookings. Key performance indicators (KPIs) include:

1. User Engagement: 30% increase in repeat bookings due to personalized recommendations.
2. Service Efficiency: 25% improvement in service provider allocation time.
3. Customer Satisfaction: Chatbot reduced query resolution time by 40%.
4. Predictive Accuracy: AI forecasted peak demand with 85% accuracy.

IV. CHALLENGES AND LIMITATIONS

1. Data Privacy and Security: Protecting user data from breaches and ensuring compliance with GDPR regulations.
2. AI Bias and Fairness: Addressing bias in AI recommendations to ensure equitable service allocation.
3. Integration Complexity: Challenges in integrating AI models with legacy service management systems.

V. FUTURE SCOPE

1. IoT Integration: Connecting AI with smart home devices for automated service detection and booking.
2. Blockchain for Security: Enhancing service transaction security through decentralized ledgers.
3. Advanced NLP Models: Improving chatbot interactions with emotional intelligence recognition.
4. Augmented Reality (AR) Assistance: Enabling virtual consultations for home service assessments.

Conclusion

This research demonstrates that AI-based smart utility management significantly enhances service efficiency, customer experience, and business growth. By integrating AI-driven personalization, predictive analytics, chatbots, and quality assessment features, the system optimizes home service management. Future advancements in AI and IoT can further revolutionize smart utility platforms, making home services more accessible, automated, and user-centric.

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Copyright

Copyright © 2025 Nikita Ishwar Dhanvijay, Gaurav Rajendra Shegekar, Gajshri Satyawan bhosale , Srushti Rajendra Gajbhiye , Shilpa Suryabhan Adikane. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.