Artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping the customer experience landscape, enabling brands to deliver faster, smarter, and more personalised interactions at every touchpoint. AI assists organisations in quickly resolving issues through virtual agents, providing dynamic recommendations, and delivering highly targeted communications. AI technology helps organisations anticipate needs, provide support in real time, and enhance personalisation in …
The recent acquisition of InMoment by Press Ganey Forsta marks a significant shake-up in the Voice of the Customer (VoC) marketplace. This merger brings together two prominent players, creating a formidable force aiming to challenge Qualtrics and Medallia. This increased competition is likely to drive further innovation and potentially benefit customers with more comprehensive and …
In the fiercely competitive quick-service restaurant industry, customer experience (CX) and employee experience (EX) are no longer distinct – they’re two sides of the same coin. For a global giant like KFC, with over 20,000 restaurants spanning diverse markets, the challenge of truly understanding and responding to the voices of both customers and team members …
Qualtrics aims to transform how organisations understand and act on customer and employee feedback with its launch of “Experience Agents.” Unveiled at Qualtrics X4 in Sydney, this innovation uses agentic AI to automate understanding at scale, moving beyond surveys to deliver proactive, personalised experiences. Agentic AI is poised to revolutionise Voice of Customer (VoC) in …
Subscription models have become a dominant business model across many industries, from streaming platforms and online learning to digital services and meal kits, with many products and services that were previously sold as one-time purchases now transitioning to subscription-based models. Increasingly, subscriptions are expanding beyond traditional digital platforms and services. As businesses strive for greater …
For years, organisations have actively sought customer opinions through surveys and feedback forms, directly asking for their thoughts and experiences. While this direct approach still holds value, a silent revolution is underway in how consumers and even employees are voicing their perspectives. The spotlight is shifting towards indirect feedback – the wealth of information shared …
At Zendesk Relate 25, Mark Atterby, CXFocus editor, interviewed Tom Powers VP of Operations at Catapult Sports. Powers explains the evolution of Catapult and its commitment to delivering world-class service to its clientele, who leverage Catapult’s integrated data and video analytics to gain crucial insights for athlete performance and development. Mark Atterby (MA): Can you …
Customer centricity: the essential driver of growth, powering both organic expansion and the successful integration of acquired platforms. Small is beautiful, as the old saying has it, but it doesn’t hold true where financial services are concerned. Here in Australia and around the world, small and mid-sized banks are under pressure to contain costs while …
In a world increasingly driven by efficiency and quantifiable outcomes, the subtle art of building meaningful connections often takes a backseat to transactional interactions. Yet, the human desire for genuine connection remains a fundamental aspect of both personal and professional fulfillment. The limitations of solely transactional relationships are stark: they prioritise immediate gain over long-term …
For years, businesses have grappled with the challenge of balancing robust security measures with a seamless customer experience. The traditional belief that stronger security inevitably leads to greater friction in customer interactions has been upended by modern advancements in fraud prevention. As fraud tactics grow increasingly sophisticated, the question remains: Can businesses enhance security without …