Ice Hotels & Unique Stays AI Receptionist | 24/7 Booking & Guest Support | Frontdesk

FILL YOUR
ICE HOTEL ROOMS
WHILE YOU SLEEP

Every empty room costs money. Every missed call is a lost booking. Frontdesk AI answers calls 24/7, handles reservations, manages guest inquiries, and secures bookings—all while your team sleeps.

24/7 Coverage
No Setup Fees

Frontdesk AI

For Ice Hotels & Unique Stays

Incoming Call...

Guest

"Hi, I'm interested in booking an ice suite. Do you have availability for this weekend?"

AI Receptionist

"Yes! We have the Northern Lights Suite available—king ice bed, thermal sleeping bags included, $450/night. Would you like to reserve it?"

✓ Booking Confirmed • Northern Lights Suite

The Problem

ICE HOTELS LOSE
BOOKINGS EVERY DAY

You're losing bookings every day your unique rooms sit empty. Adventure seekers call at midnight, no-shows waste your time, and your team can't keep up with international inquiries. There's a better way.

You Miss Calls When Guests Are Ready to Book

A couple planning their bucket-list trip finds your ice hotel at 2 AM, calls, and gets voicemail. By the time you check messages in the morning, they've already booked with a competitor who answered.

The Cost
$4,800/night
Lost per empty suite

Your Team Is Drowning in International Inquiries

While you're giving a tour of the ice chapel, five more calls come in from different time zones. Northern lights questions, thermal gear inquiries, experience package requests—you can't be everywhere at once. International travelers get frustrated waiting, and you lose bookings.

The Cost
75+ calls/day
Per concierge team

Experience Tours No-Show and You Lose Them Forever

You clear your schedule, prepare the ice suite walkthrough, warm up the hot beverage bar, and show up. They don't. You send one follow-up email that gets ignored. That's it—they're gone. No second chance, no recovery, just wasted time and another empty ice room during peak season.

The Cost
35% no-show
Rate for novelty stays
$86,400
Lost annually per empty ice suite
60%
Of inquiries from international time zones
12 hours
Window to book before travelers choose elsewhere

HOW FRONTDESK
WORKS

One AI workforce that handles every touchpoint—from first inquiry to confirmed booking

24/7 Booking Chat

Travelers discover your ice hotel website at any hour. Frontdesk Chat answers instantly, qualifies guests, shows available igloo suites and ice rooms, and books reservations—all without human intervention.

  • Automatically captures budget, check-in dates, and experience preferences
  • Checks real-time availability across your ice hotel rooms
  • Books reservations and adds excursions directly to your calendar
Frontdesk Chat
2:14 AM • Active
"Hi, looking for an ice suite for February. What's available?"
AI
"I have the Aurora Igloo Suite available—sleeps 2, includes Northern Lights viewing, $450/night. Would you like to book this experience?"
"Yes! February 14-16 works perfectly."
Reservation Confirmed ✓
February 14-16 • Aurora Igloo Suite
Frontdesk Receptionist
Answered in 0.2s
AI: "Hello! This is Frontdesk at Arctic Ice Lodge. How can I help?"
Caller: "The thermal sleeping bag in Igloo 7 has a broken zipper..."
AI: "I'll send a replacement immediately and notify our guest services team. Which igloo are you in?"
✓ Service Request #4920 Created

AI Phone Receptionist

Every call is answered instantly—guest service requests, booking inquiries, activity questions. The AI understands context, creates service tickets, schedules ice sculpting classes and dog sledding tours, and escalates to humans only when needed.

  • Answers calls in under 0.5 seconds, 24/7
  • Creates guest service tickets automatically
  • Recognizes returning guests from CRM and references past stays

Smart Outbound Follow-ups

When guests abandon bookings, Frontdesk Outbound automatically calls to re-engage. The AI references the original chat conversation, knows their preferences for Northern Lights excursions or ice sculpting, and completes the reservation—all while updating your CRM and calendar.

  • Automatically detects abandoned bookings and triggers follow-up calls
  • Smart retry sequences with optimal timing
  • Completes reservations and updates all systems automatically
Outbound Call
Smart Retry #3 • Connected
AI: "Hi Sarah, this is Frontdesk from Arctic Ice Lodge. I noticed you started booking the Aurora Igloo Suite. Would you like to complete your reservation?"
Sarah: "Yes! Can I add the husky sledding experience?"
✓ Reservation Completed
February 14-16 • Aurora Suite + Husky Tour
Frontdesk CRM
Name
Sarah Chen
Room Preference
Aurora Igloo Suite • $450/night
Check-in Date
February 14, 2024
Source
Web Chat • 2:14 AM
Status
Reservation Confirmed

Unified CRM

Every interaction—chat, call, booking, service request—automatically creates and updates guest profiles in your CRM. No manual data entry. No missed information. One complete view of every traveler and returning guest.

  • Auto-creates profiles from any touchpoint
  • Tracks full journey from inquiry to check-out
  • Syncs with calendar, service requests, and all systems

Marketing Automation

Orchestrate the entire guest journey across email, voice, SMS, and web. Automatically coordinate follow-ups, pre-arrival details, and re-engagement sequences based on behavior and booking history.

  • Multi-channel orchestration (email, calls, texts, forms)
  • Behavior-triggered workflows and sequences
  • Automatic follow-ups and booking recovery sequences
Automated Follow-Ups
What's Happening Now
Pre-arrival email sequence
Check-in reminder SMS scheduled
Post-stay review request ready
Next season booking offer queued
AI Email Agent
Coming Soon
Pre-Arrival Email
"Hi Sarah! Your stay at the Aurora Igloo Suite is confirmed. Here's what to pack for your ice hotel adventure..."
Reminder Email
"Just a reminder about your check-in tomorrow at 3pm. The Northern Lights forecast looks excellent..."

AI Email Agent

Coming Soon: Automatically send personalized, context-aware emails at optimal times. Pre-arrival confirmations, packing tips, activity reminders, and return guest sequences—all orchestrated by Marketing Automation.

  • Personalized email sequences based on guest behavior
  • Optimal send times for maximum engagement
  • Integrated with Marketing Automation workflows

AI-Powered Forms

Smart booking forms that pre-fill from CRM data and guide guests through completion. When forms are submitted, they automatically trigger outbound automation sequences for upsells and experience recommendations.

  • Pre-filled with CRM data (name, email, room preference)
  • AI-guided completion for dietary preferences and activity selections
  • Automatically triggers outbound workflows on submission
AI Form
Guest Registration
Pre-filled Fields
✓ Name, Email, Suite (from CRM)
AI-Guided Fields
→ Dietary Preferences
→ Activity Interests (Ice Sculpting, Dog Sledding)
What Happens Next
You're notified immediately and pre-arrival preparation begins

Live Demo

CALL IT
YOURSELF

(864) 619-0619

No sales pitch. Just our AI answering your call, answering questions, and trying to book you.

YOUR ICE HOTELS & UNIQUE STAYS AI TEAM
EACH ONE DOES DIFFERENT TASKS

Get a complete AI team for your ice hotel or unique property. Each agent handles different tasks—answering calls, booking reservations, handling guest requests. They work together 24/7 to fill your unique accommodations faster.

TIER 1.00

AI Receptionist Teammate

24/7 Receptionist
24/7 Available

Answers every call instantly—no voicemail, no missed bookings. Handles reservation inquiries, books ice hotel stays and igloo experiences, and creates guest service requests automatically.

Phone Calls Reservation Booking Guest Services
TIER 1.00

Website Chat Teammate

Live Chat Lead Generator
Always Online

Qualifies booking inquiries, shows available ice suites and igloos with pricing, answers questions about winter experiences and northern lights viewing dates instantly. Books stays and captures contact info—all through your website chat, 24/7.

Guest Qualifying Room Search Instant Answers
TIER 1.00

Email Teammate

Email Nurture Specialist
Coming Soon

Sends personalized reservation confirmations, arrival reminders, and follow-up emails automatically. Coordinates with Marketing Automation to send cold weather gear tips and northern lights viewing alerts at the right time to keep guests engaged.

Confirmations Follow-Ups Reminders
TIER 1.00

Booking Teammate

Booking Assistant
Reservation Forms

Pre-fills reservation forms from CRM data. Guides guests through dietary restrictions and experience preferences. Triggers automation workflows when submitted.

Pre-filled AI Guided Auto-Trigger
TIER 1.00

Outbound Sales Teammate

Multi-Channel Outreach
Calls, Texts & Emails

Automatically reaches out to potential guests at the right time. Makes outbound calls to abandoned bookings, sends personalized SMS follow-ups, and emails nurturing sequences. Coordinates all outbound channels to recover lost reservations and keep adventure seekers engaged.

Outbound Calls SMS Campaigns Email Sequences
TIER 1.00

SMS Texting Teammate

Text Support Agent
Two-Way Texting

Handles two-way SMS conversations with potential and current guests. Sends reservation confirmations, check-in reminders, and answers questions about available ice suites via text—98% open rate.

Stay Confirmations Reminders Two-Way Chat
TIER 1.00

Web Voice Teammate

Voice Interface Agent
Click & Talk

Lets website visitors speak directly to your website about available ice suites. Click, talk, get answers about nightly rates, availability, and arctic activities—no typing required. Perfect for mobile users browsing unique stays.

Voice Chat Mobile Friendly Instant Answers
TIER 1.00

CRM Sync Teammate

CRM Sync Engine
Real-Time Sync

Automatically updates your Frontdesk CRM with every interaction. All your AI agents feed guest data in real-time—no manual imports, no data entry. Every call, text, and interaction is organized by experience type, room, and booking status.

Auto-Sync No Data Entry Organized
TIER 1.00

Auto Request Teammate

Auto Request Creator
Auto-Created

Guests don't submit requests—they just call or text. Your AI recognizes service needs (extra thermal blankets, room temperature too cold, etc.), creates service tickets, triages by urgency, and notifies the right staff automatically.

Auto-Create Triage Notifications
TIER 1.00

Smart Alert Teammate

Smart Alert System
Watch & Alert

Watches every conversation and alerts you when it matters. If a guest was concerned about cold temperatures, if a service issue was reported, if an ice suite was booked—you know instantly.

Smart Alerts Custom Rules Instant

THE
JOURNEY

Follow one guest from late-night inquiry to booking confirmation—see how every system works together

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2:14 AM

THE PHONE RINGS
AT 2 AM

Alex calls at 2 AM planning her dream ice hotel stay. The AI answers instantly—no voicemail, no missed call.

ANSWERED ✓
Frontdesk Receptionist
Answered in 0.2s
AI: "Hello! Thank you for calling Aurora Ice Lodge. How can I help you tonight?"
Alex: "Hi, I'm looking to book an ice suite for two in February. Do you have availability?"
AI: "Yes! We have our Northern Lights Suite available—sleeps two, $450/night. Would you like to hear more details?"
Frontdesk CRM
Alex Chen
Active
Phone
(555) 123-4567
Interested In
Northern Lights Suite
Budget
$450/night
Check-in Date
February 15, 2024
Source
Phone • 2:14 AM
Saved to CRM automatically
02
2:15 AM

EVERY WORD
IS SAVED

As Alex talks, the AI captures everything: name, phone, Northern Lights Suite preference, $450 budget, February 15th check-in. Saved to CRM automatically—no forms, no typing.

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2:18 AM

FEB 15-17
IS BOOKED

Alex says "Yes!" The AI checks your availability calendar, confirms the Northern Lights Suite for two nights, and secures the booking. Instant confirmation—no waiting.

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Northern Lights Suite Booking
Alex Chen • Feb 15-17, 2024 • 2 Nights
Automation Sequence
1
Booking Confirmed
Trigger detected in CRM
2
Confirmation Email Sent
Booking details delivered instantly
3
Pre-Arrival Info Scheduled
What to bring & arrival instructions queued
4
Follow-Up Series Activated
Pre-stay and post-stay emails ready
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2:19 AM

THE SYSTEM
WAKES UP

The moment the booking is confirmed, the system springs into action. Confirmation emails, pre-arrival information, packing lists, and activity recommendations—all happening automatically.

Inbox
2 New
Booking Confirmation
To: alex@email.com
Sent ✓
"Hi Alex! Your Northern Lights Suite is confirmed for February 15-17. We can't wait to welcome you..."
What to Pack for Your Ice Hotel Stay
To: alex@email.com
Scheduled
"Here's everything you need to bring for an amazing ice hotel experience! Thermal layers, warm socks..."
05
2:20 AM

HER PHONE
BUZZES NOW

Alex's phone buzzes. It's a confirmation email from you—sent automatically by the AI Email Agent (coming soon). She reads it, feels excited, and goes back to sleep. Meanwhile, pre-arrival emails are already scheduled: what to pack, arrival instructions, activity recommendations. No one had to remember to send them.

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February 10, 9:30 AM

SHE NEEDS
TO RESCHEDULE

Wednesday morning, Alex's work schedule changed. She calls to see if she can move her reservation to the following week. You answer, check availability in your system, and update her booking. One click. The system takes over from here—confirmation emails, updated calendar, new pre-arrival sequence. You don't have to think about what to do next.

RESCHEDULE REQUEST
February 10 • 9:30 AM
AC
Alex Chen
Northern Lights Suite • Feb 15-17
📅 Requesting date change
Booking updated in system
→ New dates: Feb 22-24
Rebooking Sequence
1
Reschedule Detected
Original dates canceled in system
2
New Booking Created
Feb 22-24 confirmed automatically
3
Updated Confirmation Sent
New dates + all guest info loaded
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February 10, 9:32 AM

ONE CLICK
UPDATES IT ALL

The moment you update Alex's booking, the system springs into action. It remembers everything: the 2 AM phone call, her Northern Lights Suite preference, her $450/night budget. The new dates go live, confirmation emails are sent, and the pre-arrival sequence resets for February 22nd. The entire rebooking process completes—you don't have to think about it.

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February 20, 8:15 PM

SHE HAS
A QUESTION

Alex is packing for her trip. She's wondering about the sleeping bags—does she need to bring her own? It's 8:15 PM. She texts your AI. It answers instantly with all the details she needs. "Thermal sleeping bags rated to -30°C are provided for all guests. Just bring warm layers to wear inside!" Alex feels reassured and continues packing. No waiting, no missed messages.

CONNECTED ✓
Text Message
Alex • Recognized from CRM
Alex: "Quick question—do I need to bring my own sleeping bag for the ice suite?"
AI: "Great question! We provide thermal sleeping bags rated to -30°C for all guests. You just need to bring warm layers to wear inside the bag. We also provide pillows and reindeer hides for extra insulation."
Question Answered
Alex is ready for her stay!
09
February 22, 3:00 PM

SHE ARRIVES
& LOVES IT

Alex arrives for check-in. Everything is ready—her Northern Lights Suite, welcome packet, and personalized itinerary. You check her in and mark it complete in your CRM. The moment you click "Checked In," the system springs into action: in-stay experience emails get queued, activity reminders are scheduled, and post-stay review requests are prepared. All happening automatically—you're just welcoming the guest.

GUEST CHECKED IN
February 22 • 3:00 PM
Northern Lights Suite
Alex Chen • Party of 2
In-stay experience sequence activated
Frontdesk Forms
Guest Registration • Pre-filled from CRM
AI guiding through fields...
AI guiding through fields...
✓ Ready to send automatically
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February 22, 3:15 PM

HER PHONE BUZZES
AT CHECK-IN

Alex just checked in. While she's getting the welcome tour, her phone buzzes. It's a guest registration form from Frontdesk Forms—already filled with her name, email, and the suite she's staying in. The AI guides her through emergency contact and dietary preferences right on her phone. When she submits it, you're immediately notified. Everything is documented automatically—all without you lifting a finger.

Incoming Call
Answered • Recognized from CRM
Context Loaded
Currently checked in • Northern Lights Suite
AI
"Hi Alex! How's your stay so far? How can I help?"
Alex
"What time does the Northern Lights viewing start tonight?"
12
February 22, 7:45 PM

SHE HAS
A QUESTION

Alex is settling into her ice suite. She's wondering what time the Northern Lights viewing experience starts. She calls. The AI answers instantly, recognizes her from your CRM, remembers her check-in and suite details, and is ready to help—no hold time, no voicemail, no missed calls. Alex gets her answer in seconds and heads to the viewing area.

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February 24, 2024

ALEX CHECKS OUT
THRILLED

After two unforgettable nights in the ice suite, Alex checks out. The system automatically sends thank-you emails, review requests, and future booking incentives. She leaves with incredible memories and photos to share.

STAY COMPLETE
Northern Lights Suite • 2 Nights • $900
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March 10, 2024 • 2:30 PM

SHE TEXTS
TWO WEEKS LATER

Two weeks after her stay, Alex is already planning her return. She has questions: "Do you offer summer stays?" "What activities are available in warmer months?" She texts the AI. It answers instantly with all the details she needs—no waiting, no phone tag, no searching through websites.

Text Conversation
Alex • Previous Guest
Alex
"Hi! Loved my ice hotel stay. Do you have summer experiences too?"
AI
"So glad you enjoyed it! Yes, we transform into a wilderness lodge in summer with midnight sun experiences, hiking, and kayaking. Interested in dates?"
Alex
"What about late June?"
AI
"June 20-25 has availability! The midnight sun is incredible then. Would you like me to hold those dates?"
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June 15, 2024 • 4:30 PM

SHE NEEDS
SOMETHING SPECIAL

Alex is booking her summer visit and wants to arrange a surprise proposal dinner. It's 4:30 PM on a Saturday. She can call, text, or chat—whichever she prefers. The AI answers instantly, understands the request, notes all the details, and creates a special arrangements ticket for your team. Alex doesn't have to wait for business hours or send multiple emails. She just describes what she needs, and it's documented.

Alex's Options
CALL
Instant answer
CHAT
Quick & easy
TEXT
From anywhere
SPECIAL REQUEST CREATED
Proposal Dinner Arrangement
Team notified • Details documented
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June 18, 2024

AURORA FORECAST
ALERT

There's a strong aurora forecast for this week—perfect timing for Alex's summer visit. She gets notified automatically—email, text, or both, your choice. The system sends weather updates, activity reminders, experience updates, and property news. Guests stay informed without you sending individual messages. Everything happens automatically.

Guest Updates
Sent to Upcoming Guests
AURORA ALERT
Strong Aurora Activity Expected
June 20-22 • Peak viewing around midnight
ACTIVITY UPDATE
New Midnight Sun Hike
Available daily at 10 PM during your stay
REMINDER
Check-In Tomorrow
Your wilderness lodge experience begins at 3 PM
✓ All upcoming guests notified
No manual sending required
THIRD BOOKING CONFIRMED
December 15, 2024
Alex Chen
Aurora Suite • Winter Return Visit • $450/night
✓ Returning Guest
Third stay booked • Loyal guest
Why she keeps coming back
"Always get instant answers, amazing experiences, seamless booking every time"
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December 15, 2024

SIX MONTHS LATER
SHE RETURNS

Six months later, Alex books her third stay. She had incredible experiences—questions were always answered instantly, special requests were handled perfectly, and she felt taken care of. The same AI that helped her book the first time kept her engaged as a returning guest. That's the full journey: inquiry to booking to loyal repeat guest.

FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know about using Frontdesk for your ice hotel or unique stay property

Can it handle after-hours booking inquiries? +

Yes. The AI answers calls 24/7, qualifies guests, checks room availability, explains unique features like ice sculptures and thermal sleeping bags, and confirms reservations—all while you sleep. No more missed bookings at 3 AM from international travelers.

How does it handle special guest requests? +

The AI logs special requests automatically, collects all details (ice suite preferences, Northern Lights wake-up calls, dietary restrictions for gourmet experiences), and routes them to your hospitality team. VIP experiences and proposals can be flagged for personalized attention.

Does it reduce booking no-shows? +

Yes. The system automatically sends confirmation emails with packing tips and reminder texts before arrivals. When no-shows happen, it immediately reaches out to reschedule—recovering up to 40% of missed reservations and preserving your limited seasonal availability.

Can it book experiences directly into my calendar? +

Yes. Integrates with Google Calendar, Outlook, and most calendar systems. The AI checks real-time availability for ice suites, igloo stays, aurora viewing slots, and adventure packages—booking instantly with no back-and-forth emails needed.

How does the pre-arrival communication work? +

After booking, guests automatically receive detailed preparation guides that include what to pack for sub-zero temperatures, arrival instructions, and activity itineraries. The AI answers common questions about thermal gear, photography tips, and safety protocols. When they check in, you're notified immediately.

Does it work with my existing booking systems? +

Yes. Frontdesk integrates with most hospitality systems including Cloudbeds, Guesty, Opera, and others. All data syncs automatically—guest inquiries, bookings, experience packages, and concierge requests.

Can it handle multiple unique properties or seasonal locations? +

Absolutely. The AI knows all your properties—ice hotels, treehouses, underwater suites, cave dwellings—plus room availability, seasonal schedules, pricing, and unique amenities. It can route calls based on experience type, handle multi-location inquiries, and manage your entire portfolio of extraordinary stays simultaneously.

What about guest emergencies and weather concerns? +

The AI handles urgent situations 24/7, provides safety information about extreme temperatures, and can coordinate with on-site staff for immediate assistance. For true emergencies like blizzards or medical situations, it immediately escalates to your on-call hospitality team.

How much does it cost? +

Pricing is based on your property portfolio and inquiry volume. Most ice hotels and unique stay operators see ROI within the first month from reduced no-shows, increased bookings from international time zones, and higher conversion rates. Contact us for a custom quote.

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features

The AI Receptionist that Never Sleeps

Capture calls and appointments 24/7, even outside of business hours. Setup in minutes, keep your existing number.

AI Receptionist Tailored to your Business

Your AI Receptionist will understand everything about your business and services. This means that it can answer complex questions from callers easily.

AI Receptionist Sends Texts & Schedules Appointments’

Your AI phone receptionist can intelligently text the caller custom links during the conversation. For example, if the caller asks to schedule an appointment, the receptionist can text them your Calendly link.

Build and Tweak your AI Receptionist in Minutes

The simplest solution on the market. Create, purchase, and publish your AI Receptionist in just five minutes. You can even update your receptionist's knowledge base or greeting phrase anytime

Advanced Analytics with Your AI Receptionist

View  call transcripts, text history, and voicemails directly from your admin dashboard. Export phone numbers of callers for targeted promo.

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Multiple Channels, One AI Receptionist

Voice

Answers calls 24/7 with a human-like voice.

Text

Reaches out via SMS and replies to incoming text messages.

Website Embeddables

Choose your size, color, and voice. Then, embed your receptionist in your website.

integrations

Seamless Integration with Leading Scheduling Tools

Supercharge your existing booking system with our AI virtual receptionist. No limits.

Proof & Results

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"Since launching (Frontdesk) full time, we’ve fielded over 400 calls, qualified 80 leads, and helped us close over $800,000 in new home sales within just six weeks."

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"In the first five days using AI (Frontdesk) outbound program, Acura of Auburn generated $30,000 in new revenue; a record month for the dealership."

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"We get about 400 calls a week, and before (Frontdesk) the phones rang all day long. Around 80% of callers hit zero, so someone was always stuck directing calls. Now only about 20% reach our operator. The phones are quiet, the team can focus, and both offices are much calmer."

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"(Frontdesk) has taken a huge weight off our practice. We no longer miss calls, and I don’t have to spend time managing an answering service. The AI handles everything reliably, and I can update it in real time. it’s like having a full-time receptionist without the time burden."