Tag: analytics

Fraud is forcing ecommerce retailers to tighten refund policies

Retailers are losing billions to returns, refunds, and exchanges, with $394 billion spent globally, out of which at least $28 billion is directly impacted by fraud and abuse, according to Riskified’s report. The report highlights how the rise in fraud...

AI and analytics drive transformation in European contact centres

European contact centres are increasingly turning to advanced customer experience tools, including AI-powered systems and real-time analytics, to enhance both customer satisfaction and employee retention, according to a new report by Information Services Group (ISG), a global technology research and...

RCS set to quadruple by 2029, driving billions in revenue

Research by Infobip predicts that Rich Communication Services (RCS) traffic will experience a fourfold increase over the next five years. According to data from tech analyst Omdia, RCS messaging, comprising both Application to Person (A2P) and Person to Person (P2P)...

15% of workers over 45 use AI, but it’s boosting job satisfaction by 50%

A recent Generation survey has revealed that while only 15% of workers over 45 regularly use AI tools, those who do report a significant boost in job satisfaction, productivity, and decision-making. The research highlights that more than half of these...

Young women in Britain feel less supported than men

According to a new report by the Young Women’s Foundation (YWF), young women in Britain feel less supported in their careers than their male counterparts. The report shows that just 56% of women aged 18-30 feel optimistic about their careers,...

In-store shopping is back, with 61% of shoppers enjoying the experience

A new study by Ryder System revealed that in-store shopping is making a comeback, with consumer sentiment up 21%. While online shopping is still the number one choice, many shoppers are slowly turning to physical stores, showing a growing desire...

81% of Americans regularly use voice technology

A new survey from TELUS Digital shows that voice technology is becoming a key part of daily life for Americans, with 81% of consumers utilising it regularly at home or work. Over the past year, 68% have increased their use...

34% of tech pros say AI security skills are lacking

The latest O’Reilly report has highlighted a growing gap between new cyber threats and the readiness of security teams to handle them. According to the report, 34% of professionals reported a lack of expertise, especially around emerging vulnerabilities like prompt...

Work or shop? 46% of Brits admit to mobile shopping on the job

According to a new survey by Attentive, nearly half (46%) of Brits admit they’ve shopped from their phones while at work.Gen X took the lead, with more than 50% admitting to shopping on their phones during work hours. Not far...

Poor in-store experiences cost UK retailers £41 billion

Recent research by Forsta highlights a crisis in customer satisfaction among British high-street retailers, revealing that negative in-store experiences are costing the sector up to £41 billion in lost revenue. According to the report, over 76% of negative online reviews,...