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Report: The AI clock is ticking, two years for revenue boosts, or else!

The huge number of AI features for business software and services puts pressure on executives and managers to deliver results, now. Insights from Conga’s latest research report shows executives could benefit most from AI and automation, but those who don’t...

What really matters when choosing a BPO provider?

Ah, the great BPO debate. Every CX leader has had it at some point: Should we outsource? And if so, who do we trust with our customers?Most companies start with the same approach: comparing hourly rates like they’re shopping for...

NICE ends customer service silos with CXone Mpower Orchestrator

NICE has introduced CXone Mpower Orchestrator, a unified automation solution for customer service. Announced at Enterprise Connect, the platform seamlessly integrates virtual agents, live agents, and back-office workflows within a single AI-powered ecosystem.“CXone Mpower Orchestrator changes the game—eliminating silos, unifying...

The pros and cons of the CX consulting life, from experts

For customer experience experts, consulting can feel like the call of the wild. A way to put all your experience into use and reap all the rewards. It also offers a way to see true recognition of your efforts. To...

Genesys introduces AI-powered tools to enhance supervisor efficiency

At Enterprise Connect 2025, Genesys introduced a new suite of Genesys Cloud AI capabilities designed to empower supervisors. These advancements aim to help organisations navigate the evolving work landscape within and beyond the contact centre.As businesses worldwide seek to enhance...

Kore.ai launches an agent platform to change how businesses make and manage AI agents

Kore.ai has officially launched its Agent Platform, a sophisticated solution designed to transform how businesses build, deploy, and manage AI agents. The platform allows businesses to create multi-agent applications that enhance customer experiences and streamline complex business processes.Built on a...

Fast fashion retailer Forever 21 files for bankruptcy, blames Temu and Shein

Fast fashion retailer Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in six years, citing fierce competition from Shein and Temu as key culprits in its demise. The retailer’s operating company, F21 OpCo, has announced plans to...

UK consumers favour banking apps over local branches

A new wave of consumer preference is sweeping through the UK banking sector, with a recent FICO study revealing that mobile banking apps are now more critical to customers than traditional bank branches. In a stark departure from the past,...

Talkdesk redefines customer experience with emotionally aware AI agents for voice

Talkdeskis revolutionising self-service interactions with the launch of Talkdesk AI Agents for voice. This tool leverages agentic AI automation to deliver dynamic, human-like conversations that redefine what companies can offer and what customers should expect in self-service engagements.Using advanced AI,...

Zoom’s new secret weapon? CX analytics startup Joulica joins the solutions ensemble

Video conferencing giant Zoom has teamed up with Joulica, a real-time customer journey analytics provider, in a move set to transform the contact centre space.This partnership means the Zoom Contact Center solution users will gain deep insights into customer interactions,...