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Banks in a bind: Card experience fails to win customer loyalty

It’s no secret that the banking industry is in a customer experience crisis. Adding to the challenge, retail banks are having difficulty retaining customers, according to a new Capgemini report. Over 70% of cardholders are indifferent or dissatisfied with their...

New report reveals cost and security advantages of on-premise AI

In collaboration with GAI Insights, a new report from Inflection AI challenges conventional wisdom about AI deployment, revealing significant cost, security, and strategic advantages for enterprises that bring AI inference in-house. The study argues that relying solely on cloud-based AI...

International Customer Experience Awards opens for entries on 1st April

The International Customer Experience Awards (ICXA) returns to London in November 2025. Entries for the global celebration of CX open on 1st April.“It’s fantastic to be able to bring the international CX community together at one event,” said Neil Skehel,...

Poor UK jobs outlook as Employment Rights Bill hits

The employment situation in the UK continues to take a depressing turn, with hiring delayed as tax rises and other pressures loom.ManpowerGroup’s latest quarterly Employment Outlook Survey (MEOS), a key economic indicator for the Bank of England and UK government,...

Tesco’s trolley scales, hiring bias, and restroom cleanliness: how everyday experiences shape trust

Tesco’s trolley scales spark debate among shoppersTesco is trialling giant trolley scales at a Gateshead store to catch discrepancies in “Scan as you Shop” purchases. While some shoppers find the scales convenient, others liken the experience to airport security, feeling...

68% of U.S. workers are drowning in mundane tasks

A new survey from Eagle Hill Consulting reveals that 68% of U.S. workers feel trapped in a cycle of low-value, mind-numbing tasks. While companies tout their commitment to operational efficiency, it seems employees are drowning in inefficiency, and they have...

ServiceNow scoops up Moveworks for $2.85B

ServiceNow has announced its acquisition of AI-driven workplace automation platform Moveworks for $2.85 billion, combining forces to enhance AI capabilities across the workplace. The move aims to integrate ServiceNow’s advanced agentic AI with Moveworks’ user-friendly AI assistant and enterprise search...

The Home Depot debuts Magic Apron, an AI tool for DIY assistance

The Home Depot is rolling out Magic Apron, an AI-powered assistant designed to help customers tackle everything from lawn care to full-scale renovations without having to corner an employee in-store.Dubbed the first generative AI tool of its kind in home...

Streaming satisfaction holds steady at 72% but churn and subscription fatigue grow

UserTesting’s latest Media & Entertainment Pulse Report highlights evolving consumer behaviours and expectations within the streaming industry. While personalised recommendations continue to satisfy, with 72% overall satisfaction and 75% for male respondents, significant shifts in consumer frustrations and subscription patterns...

Instacart’s strategic use of AI drives inventory accuracy and customer retention

Grocery delivery company Instacart is making significant strides in enhancing its customer experience through the integration of AI in its inventory management and product substitution processes. During a recent earnings call, CEO Fidji Simo highlighted the company’s commitment to AI,...