Tag: Customer Experience

Most US shoppers encounter generative AI without realising it

Generative AI is quietly reshaping the retail landscape, enhancing online shopping experiences with personalised recommendations and streamlined interactions. Yet, a new Bain & Company survey reveals that 71% of U.S. consumers are unaware they’re engaging with generative AI while shopping...

Five9’s latest AI Agents aim to combine speed, flexibility, and human-like engagement

Five9 has unveiled the latest in its Genius AI suite, the Five9 AI Agents, to allow businesses to deploy chat and voice bots that provide human-like conversational abilities, combining the depth of knowledge and speed of AI. By blending generative...

Bruce Temkin wants to change how you think

Bruce Temkin has done as much as anyone to define customer experience thinking. Having left Qualtrics at the start of the year, the industry veteran is embarking on a whole new adventure. And it might be his biggest challenge yet....

63% of UK shoppers hesitate to use AI for online purchases

According to a recent Zendesk survey of over 8,400 global consumers, British shoppers rank among the most digitally aware regarding AI. As many as 84% of UK consumers are familiar with AI tools like digital shopping assistants, and nearly half...

Intradiem and Five9 unite to boost agent productivity and customer satisfaction

Intradiem has partnered with Five9 to transform how contact centres manage efficiency, productivity, and workforce satisfaction. This partnership utilises Intradiem’s patented real-time automation capabilities alongside Five9’s advanced, cloud-based CX platform, allowing contact centres to optimize resources, reduce costs, and enhance...

Big Lots launches app to streamline shopping experience for members

Big Lots has launched the Big Lots app to provide a more seamless and rewarding shopping experience for its customers. Available to both current and new members of the Big Rewards loyalty program, the app provides many features tailored to...

Gen X and Boomers lead the charge in digital ad engagement

The latest LoopMe study shows that Gen X and Baby Boomers are the most responsive to digital advertising. Over a third (37%) of 45-54-year-olds and 40% of 55-64-year-olds report that they purchase online ads every few months. These numbers surpass...

SurveyMonkey’s WhatsApp integration boosts engagement and audience reach

SurveyMonkey has expanded its social sharing options by adding WhatsApp, enabling customers to share surveys and forms directly to WhatsApp groups and contacts with a single click. This addition joins SurveyMonkey’s existing social sharing integrations—LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and...

Zendesk unveils adaptive AI pricing to drive scalable customer service

Zendesk has unveiled its AI Dynamic Pricing Plan, an adaptive pricing model that allows businesses to integrate AI into their customer service in a way that best meets their evolving needs. By enabling companies to shift their investments dynamically between...

Meta launches beta program to transform education with VR and XR

Meta has announced its Meta for Education beta program, designed to explore the potential of VR and XR in university education through Meta Quest headsets. By collaborating with several universities in the US and UK, Meta aims to transform learning...