Scenario: Small business needing appointment-setting/customer inquiries handled (~20–30 calls/day) using our AI Sales Assistant.
| Expense | AI Sales Assistant | Full-time employee (receptionist/sales) |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription (monthly) | — | — |
| Call costs (monthly) | — | — |
| Setup (one-off) | — | — |
| Additional costs | None | — |
| Availability | 24/7, no holidays | — |
| Annual cost (AI: subscription + calls) | — | — |
| You save … with AI — never miss an after-hours lead again | ||
Understands local accents and idioms
Avoids payroll/benefit complexities
Handle seasonal demand spikes effortlessly
Without AI: Misses many after-hours calls
With AI: Books 25 extra jobs/month at A$150 each = +A$3,750/month
Pays A$250/month instead of A$4,800 for staff
Conclusion: AI delivers ongoing savings and revenue growth for Australian small businesses.