Chatbots are getting smarter and smarter!

In the past, humans were preferred over machines because there was a perception that humans were more accurate in their analysis of situations to make informed decisions. Fast-forward to 2018, we’re now seeing a complete focus on the customer in technology innovations. Chatbots – or virtual assistants powered by advanced machine learning – is one …

What does blockchain offer the customer experience?

In terms of managing, sharing and accessing information and data via the Internet, blockchain delivers trust, transparency, as well as greater speed and efficiency. Famous for the rise of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoing and Ripple, many predict that blockchain will have a more dramatic impact on the customer experience and revolutionise the way business is …

Reshaping the customer experience with Augmented Reality (AR)

The emergence of AR (Augmented reality) promises to revolutionise the customer experience by offering immersive experiences for both consumers and employees. Many do question, however, what is the actual potential of this technology? And how can organisations implement it into their operations and for what purposes? Juniper Research predicts Augmented Reality (AR) will grow tenfold …

The challenge of creating a ‘Customer first’ culture

Almost all organisations say that their customers come first. In reality, most business processes and organisational structures are built around the management and operational needs of the organisation. Building a “customer first” culture is one of the top CX challenges facing organisations today. Yet many flounder when trying to make the necessary changes. When it …

Most companies fail to connect “Voice of the Customer” with real business goals

To compete on customer experience organisations need to understand the type of experiences they are currently creating. To gain greater understanding of how customers view the experiences companies provide, Voice of the Customer (VoC) programs have become increasingly popular. Yet few organisations are able to use the insights gleaned to drive improvements. How many truly …

Some great Aussie CX innovations may take the world by storm

In recent years a number of unique CX innovations have been produced in Australia. Almost all are being developed by small companies led by passionate entrepreneurs trying to solve a customer experience problem that has frustrated them for years. Our local innovations are impressive but many lack the necessary capital and marketing clout for wide …

How Service NSW led the way to customer-centric government

Mark Atterby talks to Steve Griffin the architect behind Service NSW, by far the largest and most successful digital transformation / CX project in government. Steve explains how Service NSW overcame the challenges to create a one-stop-shop for government services. In March 2011 the O’Farrell Government was elected in NSW with a key election commitment …

Business leaders fail to own the customer experience

Few organisations, according to a recent report from Altimeter, have a coherent method for aligning customer experience with business strategy. This misalignment is impacting the decisions and investments business leaders are making to improve the customer experience. It also limits their understanding of how CX can contribute to tangible business goals and the overall strategy …