Document 1 Ercc 01
Document 1 Ercc 01
1. Introduction
Customer feedback is one of the most valuable assets for any organization striving for
excellence. It acts as a bridge between the company and its customers, providing
insight into how well a product or service is performing from the perspective of the end
user. In today’s competitive market, understanding and adapting to customer needs is
key to maintaining a strong customer base and fostering loyalty. The feedback collected
from customers can highlight strengths, expose weaknesses, and guide strategic
decisions. Therefore, developing a system to manage this feedback efficiently is crucial.
This project proposes the development of a Customer Feedback Management System,
a web-based application aimed at making feedback collection, management, and
analysis seamless and efficient.
2. Problem Statement
Many businesses struggle to keep up with the feedback from their customers, especially
when such data is collected through unstructured or manual methods like emails, phone
calls, or paper forms. This inefficiency can result in important feedback being ignored,
delayed responses to issues, and a general disconnect between customers and the
business. Furthermore, the lack of analytical tools to process the feedback means that
businesses often fail to extract actionable insights from the data they do collect. The
lack of a systematic approach can lead to customer dissatisfaction, negative brand
reputation, and lost revenue. To address these challenges, this project aims to build a
centralized system that allows for structured data collection, categorization, and
reporting, ensuring feedback is acknowledged, understood, and acted upon in a timely
manner.
3. Objectives
The primary goal of this project is to create a robust and interactive Customer Feedback
Management System that can:
Provide a user-friendly interface for customers to register, log in, and submit feedback.
5. System Architecture
The architecture of the proposed system will follow a conventional three-tier model:
Presentation Layer: This is the front end of the application that interacts with the user. It
will be built using modern web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to
ensure a responsive and intuitive interface.
Application Layer: This layer will contain the business logic and manage communication
between the presentation layer and the database. It will handle processes such as user
authentication, feedback validation, storage, and report generation. Technologies such
as PHP, Node.js, or Python (Flask or Django) will be used.
Data Layer: The data layer is responsible for storing all user information, feedback
entries, categories, and admin data securely. A relational or non-relational database like
MySQL or MongoDB will be used for managing structured and semi-structured data
efficiently.
6. Modules of the System
1. User Module:
2. Admin Module:
3. Reporting Module:
This module presents the data in a visually appealing and comprehensible format. It
includes charts, graphs, and summary tables that show trends over time, frequency of
certain types of feedback, and average ratings. This module can also be enhanced with
sentiment tagging, which marks feedback as positive, negative, or neutral using simple
keyword-based analysis.
7. Technology Stack
Frontend: HTML5 and CSS3 for markup and styling, JavaScript for client-side
interactivity, and Bootstrap for responsive design.
Database: MySQL for structured data storage or MongoDB for flexible document-based
storage.
Insight: Provides valuable insights into customer satisfaction, recurring issues, and
service gaps.
Customer Engagement: Shows customers that their opinions are valued, increasing
trust and loyalty.
Decision Support: Helps management make informed decisions based on real data,
leading to better strategic outcomes.
Limitations:
The system may initially support only text-based feedback and basic categorization.
Incorporate Natural Language Processing (NLP) for more accurate sentiment analysis.
Integrate the system with CRM and helpdesk tools for seamless customer support.
10. Conclusion
In conclusion, the Customer Feedback Management System aims to bridge the gap
between customer opinions and business improvements. By offering a structured and
digital platform for feedback collection and analysis, businesses can not only enhance
their products and services but also build stronger relationships with their customers.
This project demonstrates how software solutions can contribute significantly to
customer experience management and business growth. The scalable design also
allows for future upgrades, ensuring long-term utility.
11. References
Documentation for web development frameworks such as Flask, Django, and Node.js.
Open-source tools like Chart.js and Google Charts for graphical data representation.
12. Appendix
Sample Screenshots: Mock-ups of user interfaces (login page, feedback form, admin
dashboard).
Wireframes: Initial sketches of the layout and navigation flow for both user and admin
portals.