AI is evolving fast, and right now, everyone’s talking about AI agents. And for good reason. When used the right way, they can completely transform the way customer service and support work. These aren’t just bots that follow a script or answer FAQs. True AI agents can understand a situation, make decisions, and take action […]
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AI is having a moment. Again. But this time, it feels different. We’re past the “what if” stage and well into the “how fast can we make this work?” phase. Companies across industries are rolling out AI-powered solutions at a rapid pace especially in the customer experience space. The goal is faster resolutions, reduced costs, […]
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Today’s customer journey doesn’t follow a straight line, and it certainly doesn’t stick to one channel. Whether it’s a quick question over chat, a follow-up by phone, or a request through SMS, customers expect to get help when and how they want it. That expectation holds true across industries and demographics, and it’s raising the […]
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When budgets drive business decisions, how can financial services leaders ensure that customer engagement and ease don’t fall by the wayside? This challenge is the culmination of several large issues facing financial services companies today: The competitive gates have been thrown wide open with neobanks, direct banks, digital wallets, P2P payments, and digital banking in […]
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Contacting a utility company’s customer service is no one’s idea of a fun way to spend an afternoon. Yet, some aspects of the customer experience are particularly frustrating for utility customers—long wait times, confusing payment processes, and poor communication are among the most common complaints. Dissatisfied customers can cost your business more than just goodwill. […]
In today’s hyper-competitive business landscape, customers expect seamless and frictionless experiences. If your brand makes customers jump through hoops to resolve an issue, they won’t just be frustrated, they’ll leave. Research shows that 96% of customers who experience high-effort interactions become disloyal. On the flip side, reducing effort can increase repurchase intent by up to […]
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For retailers, there are certain table-stakes expectations when it comes to Intelligent Virtual Assistants (IVAs). An acceptable retail IVA should be able to look up orders, check shipping status, and provide information about store locations. A better, more advanced IVA may be able to process branded card payments and even manage returns without escalation. A […]
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As AI has won the attention of teams across the enterprise for its efficiency and CX benefits, these technology investments are coming under closer scrutiny than ever before by compliance and risk teams. Especially in heavily regulated industries like financial services, the potential benefits of an AI-driven solution cannot outweigh compliance red flags. At Interactions, […]
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Balancing Automation and the Human Touch The customer experience (CX) landscape is rapidly evolving, and artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a crucial component for businesses to stay ahead. The emergence of Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) has gained significant traction, particularly in customer service and contact center applications, further highlighting AI’s transformative […]