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 […]
Highly regulated industries, especially those that deal with critical moments in customers’ financial journeys, can be a tough nut to crack when it comes to contact center automation. Situations are often complex, customer stress runs high, regulatory requirements are stringent, and operational margins are tight. Financial services companies, especially insurance, need the ability to automate […]
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Utility outages due to extreme weather are accelerating customer service challenges for utility providers. On average, the U.S. suffers more than 20 severe weather events per year that cause losses over $1 billion each, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports. Eight in 10 major U.S. power outages since 2000 have been due to […]
The Conversational AI (CAI) landscape is transforming at lightning speed, driven by advancements in Generative AI (GenAI) and large language models (LLMs). As enterprises seek new ways to automate processes, enhance customer interactions, and optimize employee productivity, conversational AI solutions have become essential to achieving these goals. However, in a crowded and competitive market, finding […]
In a recent conversation with Emerj Research, we had the opportunity to dive deep into the evolving challenges of customer experience (CX) alongside Chloe Rice, the Director of Global Customer Experience at Shutterstock. We discussed the complexities of CX in the retail industry and explored how brands can keep pace with ever-changing consumer expectations in […]
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When researching to find the right IVA platform to elevate customer experience and boost contact center efficiency, you’ll develop a list of wants, needs, and deal-breakers when it comes to IVA capabilities. But even with IVAs that meet most of your criteria, you may not realize what you’ll miss out on—or the challenges ahead—when you […]
Generative AI has swept the imaginations of both consumers and business leaders with remarkable speed. Nearly two years after the change that began with the public release of ChatGPT, businesses are still sorting out how to take advantage of Gen AI capabilities while limiting risk. Gen AI offers enormous potential for efficiency, knowledge sharing, and […]
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