The document discusses the rise of chatbots and their increasing use and importance in business. It notes that by 2021, over 50% of enterprises will spend more on chatbots than traditional mobile app development. Chatbots provide cost-efficient customer service and allow sharing of multimedia content. They improve productivity by efficiently providing information to customers. The global chatbot market is expected to surpass $994 million by 2024. Common uses of chatbots include IT help desks, smart cities services, and improving HR functions. As technology advances, chatbots are becoming a new way for companies to enhance operations and customer experience.