Analysis of the Influence of Trust and Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction in Using AI Chatbot as Customer Service Veronika
Description
Research Hypothesis: The hypothesis is that service quality and trust significantly influence customer satisfaction with Telkomsel’s Veronika chatbot. Key dimensions include reliability, responsiveness, and empathy in service quality, and trust based on the chatbot's ability, benevolence, and integrity. Data and Data Collection: Data for this study were collected from Generation Z users who have experience using Telkomsel’s Veronika chatbot. A structured questionnaire was administered to 240 respondents, 52.9% of whom were female and 47.1% male, with ages ranging from 18 to 22 years. The data collection occurred between May and June 2024, and the questionnaire was distributed via social media platforms such as Instagram, Line, and WhatsApp. Non-probability sampling methods, specifically purposive and quota sampling, were used to ensure that only those familiar with the chatbot were surveyed. The questionnaire comprised 31 questions designed to assess three key variables: service quality, trust, and customer satisfaction. A five-point Likert scale, ranging from "Strongly Disagree" to "Strongly Agree," was employed for all questions. Service quality was evaluated using the SERVQUAL model, while trust was measured through dimensions of ability, benevolence, and integrity. Customer satisfaction was assessed using items adapted from the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI). Key Findings: 1.Service Quality: A significant positive impact on customer satisfaction was found (β = 0.496, p < 0.001), with reliability and responsiveness being key factors. The highest loading (0.837) was on Veronika’s ability to provide alternative solutions. 2.Trust: Trust was also a significant predictor (β = 0.337, p < 0.001), with confidentiality being the most important trust factor (outer loading = 0.835). 3.Customer Satisfaction: Satisfaction was strongly influenced by both service quality and trust, with outer loadings from 0.908 to 0.918, particularly in terms of the chatbot's clarity and communication effectiveness. Data Interpretation: Both service quality and trust are essential to customer satisfaction, with service quality being a stronger predictor. Users value reliability and responsiveness more than trust, though both are necessary for high satisfaction. The reliability of the questionnaire was confirmed with high Cronbach’s alpha values, such as 0.938 for service quality. Conclusion and Implications: Improving service quality, especially reliability and responsiveness, will enhance user satisfaction. Strengthening trust, particularly in data security, is also crucial. Future research should explore broader demographics and long-term effects, while qualitative studies could offer more insights into user experiences.