A full-time receptionist in Austin typically costs $50,000 annually or more in salary alone. When you factor in benefits, payroll taxes, training, and equipment, the true cost balloons significantly.

OAK AI, on the other hand, operates at a fraction of that price—typically $300-500 per month depending on call volume and features. That's roughly $4,000-6,000 per year, or about 90% less expensive than a traditional hire.

The savings become even more compelling when you consider hidden costs: employee turnover, recruiting fees, onboarding time, and the administrative burden of managing payroll and benefits.

Traditional employees work 9-to-5 shifts. If your bakery opens early (as many Austin bakeries do), you're missing morning calls. If a customer calls at 6 PM after you've closed, you're losing that interaction.

OAK AI works 24/7, handling calls and inquiries every hour of the day, every day of the year. Customers can reach you at midnight, on holidays, or during your days off. This means more captured business and happier customers who appreciate round-the-clock availability.