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AUTOMATION SPECIFICATION

Reviews & reputation

Turn happy clients into 5-star reviews — and answer every one. Automated Google review requests via text, intelligent negative feedback routing, and drafted responses in your voice for every review.

DELIVERY
Under a week to live
CONNECTED TOOLS
Google Business Profile API · Yelp · Twilio SMS · Claude API · Make or n8n
THE PROBLEM

The operational bottleneck.

Unanswered reviews cost twice: the unhappy customer stays unhappy in public, and prospective customers see silence. Meanwhile, happy customers forget to leave reviews unless prompted when they are happiest. Chasing reviews manually is inconsistent, yet steady review volume and ratings are the single biggest ranking factor on Google Maps.

WHAT CHANGES

Material change in your daily operation.

BEFORE

Unanswered reviews cost twice: the unhappy customer stays unhappy in public, and prospective customers see silence. Meanwhile, happy customers forget to leave reviews unless prompted when they are happiest. Chasing reviews manually is inconsistent, yet steady review volume and ratings are the single biggest ranking factor on Google Maps.

AFTER

Google Maps review volume typically doubles or triples in 90 days, pushing you higher in local search results while every existing review receives a prompt, professional response.

SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE

How the automation connects.

Every build integrates directly into your existing communication channels and booking systems with zero workflow disruption.

FLOW PIPELINE
01 · INTAKEInbound TriggerCustomer message, call, or form submission
02 · LOGICReasoning & RulesFilter, validate, and extract structured intent
03 · INTEGRATIONConnected ToolsGoogle Business Profile API · Yelp
04 · OUTPUTClean ResolutionSlot booked, document filed, or human notified
DELIVERABLES

What we build and deploy.

Concrete system artifacts, configurations, and working documentation handed over upon completion.

01Automatic SMS review requests sent immediately after service completion, visit, or payment
02Smart feedback routing: 5-star responses go straight to Google; 1-to-3 star feedback routes to private manager alerts for rapid resolution
03Monitoring across Google Business Profile, Yelp, and the platforms that matter for your business
04Drafted responses in your voice, queued for one-tap approval - or auto-published for straightforward five-star thank-yous
05Branded QR code signs for your counter, truck, or invoice that direct customers to the review flow
06Monthly analytics tracking review growth, rating trends, and overall Google Maps ranking improvements
FIT ASSESSMENT

Where this build is most effective.

01 / GOOD FIT

Organizations and workflows engineered for this capability:

  • +Restaurants: Reservations answered during the rush, no-shows cut, reviews handled.
  • +Salons & spas: No-shows cut in half, bookings taken mid-cut, lapsed clients won back.
  • +Retail stores: Supplier orders, missed calls, and reviews - handled while you run the floor.
  • +Gyms & fitness studios: Missed bookings captured, no-shows cut, and trial leads followed up automatically.
  • +Construction & trades: Quotes scheduled on the road, missed leads saved, and payment reminders automated.
  • +Auto repair & detailing: Mechanic bookings scheduled 24/7, service updates sent automatically, and reviews requested at pickup.
  • +Pet grooming & boarding: Grooming bookings taken 24/7, pick-up notifications sent, and review requests automated.
  • +Residential cleaning services: Cleanings booked 24/7, schedule updates for cleaners, and review requests at completion.
  • +Boutique & specialty retail: Real-time stock sync between POS and online store, and automated reorder drafts.
  • +Photography studios: Session bookings, deposit collections, and automated review requests at gallery delivery.
  • +Catering & event food services: Instant inquiry quoting, automated menu selection intake, and invoice follow-ups.
  • +Landscaping & gardening services: Quote requests captured on the road, automated route dispatching, and deposit invoicing.
  • +Medical clinics: Fewer no-shows, intake without re-typing, after-hours calls captured.
  • +Dental offices: Hygiene recalls that fill themselves, insurance prep, intake before arrival.
  • +Law firms: After-hours intake captured, documents summarized, follow-ups billed not chased.
  • +Accounting firms: Tax documents collected, client onboarding streamlined, and invoice follow-ups automated.
  • +Real estate: New listing leads qualified, showing feedback collected, and open house follow-ups automated.
  • +Veterinary clinics: Online booking, automatic appointment reminders, and digital patient intake.
  • +Physiotherapy & chiropractic clinics: Patient appointments confirmed, exercise plans sent, and chart documentation automated.
  • +Optometry clinics: Exam recalls that fill the schedule, new-patient EMR intake, and insurance eligibility prep.
  • +Mental health & therapy practices: Secure session bookings, screening intake paperwork, and automated waitlist refills.
  • +Tutoring & learning centers: Lesson booking & reschedules, student intake profiles, and automated monthly invoicing.
02 / NOT A FIT

When a different starting point is recommended:

  • ×The underlying operational bottleneck has not been identified yet.
  • ×The existing process changes daily and has not stabilized into a repeatable workflow.
  • ×A manual check of the process has not yet been attempted.

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TECHNICAL NOTES & FAQ

Questions about reviews & reputation.

Implementation details, operational constraints, and practical questions.

Will the responses sound canned?+

No. Each response is drafted against the actual review in your tone, and you approve anything sensitive before it posts.

Can it handle a bad review?+

It drafts a calm, professional response and always routes negative reviews to you for approval first. You stay in control of anything with teeth.

Is it safe and compliant to route reviews?+

We ask for honest reviews while providing a direct channel for dissatisfied customers to reach a manager, ensuring compliance with review guidelines.

Can it integrate with Yelp or Facebook reviews?+

Yes. We can direct users to the review site where you need the most growth.

NEXT STEP

Have this problem in your own operation?

Describe what is taking more time, manual attention, or coordination than it should. We will determine if this automation is the right fit.

NO FORM. NO SALES CALL. FIRST, WE HELP YOU FRAME THE PROBLEM.
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