Automate product exchanges for size or color

With Yuma’s Support AI, customers who want a different size or color can get what they need—no agent intervention required. From checking inventory to issuing return labels and updating orders, Yuma streamlines the entire exchange experience.

Why automating product exchanges matters

In e-commerce, returns and exchanges are inevitable, but they don’t have to be a burden. When a customer loves the product but needs a different size or color, a seamless exchange process can make the difference between a lost sale and a loyal fan.

Without automation:

• Your CX team spends hours verifying inventory and eligibility.
• Customers wait days for a simple exchange.
• High-friction processes increase churn and drive support costs up.

Yuma’s Support AI turns this pain point into an opportunity, delivering fast, accurate product swaps that enhance the post-purchase experience and reduce operational load.

How Yuma’s Support AI automates exchange requests

Yuma connects to your helpdesk (Zendesk, Gorgias, etc.), e-commerce backend (e.g., Shopify), inventory system, and shipping provider to deliver real-time, automated support for exchange requests.

Here’s how it works:

1. Customer submits a ticket asking for a different size or color.
2. Yuma’s AI agent takes over, instantly reviewing order and inventory data.
3. If the requested item is in stock, the AI kicks off the exchange.
4. Return label? Sent. Replacement item? Processed. All done in seconds.
5. The customer is notified with a clear, friendly message—no delays or confusion.
6. Ticket closed. Your support team didn’t lift a finger.

The result: faster exchanges, happier shoppers, and a lighter load on your support staff.

Real-world example: Fashion brand scales support with AI

A London-based fashion brand known for its bold, colorful apparel often receives exchange requests for different sizes or hues. Before automation, these tickets created a bottleneck: agents had to confirm stock, coordinate returns, and update orders manually.

After implementing Yuma’s Support AI:

• Customers now receive automated responses within seconds.
• The AI verifies availability and manages logistics from start to finish.
• Support agents reclaimed hours weekly for higher-value work.

Outcome: higher CSAT, faster resolutions, and a scalable, stress-free exchange process.

Key benefits of automating exchanges

• Save Time: Reduce manual workloads by automating repetitive exchanges.
• Boost Loyalty: Provide a seamless, self-serve option for getting the right item.
• Increase CSAT: Smoother exchanges lead to happier customers.
• Scale with Ease: Handle exchange volume spikes without hiring more staff.
• Integrated Everything: Connects with your helpdesk, storefront, and logistics stack.

What is the step-by-step process for AI Agents to automate product exchanges?

Yuma’s AI agents follow a structured workflow tailored to your policies and systems. Whether it’s a simple size swap or a more complex color change, the AI ensures accuracy and speed:

1. Identify the customer and retrieve the order
   The AI locates the original purchase using customer info or order ID, pulling relevant data from your helpdesk and storefront.
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2. Analyze the situation based on data sources
   It checks the requested item’s availability, validates return eligibility, and reviews previous ticket history if applicable.
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3. Apply relevant SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
   Based on your policies (e.g., exchange window, restocking fees), it follows the correct resolution path.
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4. Trigger backend actions automatically
   
   1. Generates return labels
   2. Creates new orders or modifies existing ones
   3. Logs all actions in your systems for traceability
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5. Craft a personalized response in your brand voice
   The AI sends a message with clear next steps, including shipping instructions and timelines, tailored to the customer’s language and tone.
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6. Resolve the ticket and log actions
   The AI closes the ticket, updates all relevant platforms, and flags anything that needs human follow-up.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

❓ Can Yuma handle exchanges for international orders?‍

Yes. Yuma supports multi-store and multi-currency operations, including exchange logistics across regions.

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❓ What if the item is out of stock?

Yuma can offer alternatives (e.g., store credit or a refund) based on your policy, and notify the customer accordingly.

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❓ Will this require custom setup?

Yuma’s Support AI is fully customizable. Your onboarding team will help define exchange SOPs aligned with your workflows.

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❓ How soon can I start seeing results?

Most brands see a drop in exchange-related tickets and faster resolution times within the first week of implementation.

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