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What is a support bot?

Today’s support chatbots are intelligent, AI-powered game changers In previous articles, we’ve written about virtual agents…

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Getting started: Bots vs. humans

Not a sci-fi movie villain If you’re apprehensive about automation because you’re concerned it’s going to…

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What is the experience economy? (Plus experience economy examples)

Over the past few centuries our society has transformed. First thanks to the industrial revolution which…

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Accelerate your CX in 2025: A 5-step AI readiness checklist

This is part 1 of our AI Readiness series, designed to help CX organizations prepare to…

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AI innovation checklist: How leading companies have stayed ahead in 2025

2024 has been a year like no other. AI has moved from buzzword to business-critical, and…

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What is shadow AI? Risks and solutions for businesses

Shadow AI is the unapproved use of generative AI tools and features by employees. Learn more about the risks and what IT teams can do to mitigate shadow AI.

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25 free and customizable feedback form templates

Feedback forms help you collect opinions from customers, stakeholders, and employees. Download our free templates and collect feedback today.

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Revolutionize work: 3 AI strategies to drive productivity and satisfaction

Mariah Schuknecht, Vice President, People Operations at Zendesk, reveals how AI is transforming the workplace by…

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Chatbot quality assurance (QA): Definition, importance & more

Quality assurance helps to make sure customer service chatbots function effectively, improve customer experience, and boost operational efficiency.

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Generative AI glossary: Key AI terms for 2025 and beyond

Our generative AI glossary covers the common AI words you need to know to understand artificial intelligence, including AI agents, automation, bias, and more.

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AI in hospitality: Use cases, benefits, and more

AI in hospitality is helping improve customer satisfaction by making it easier for companies to deliver top-tier service and for customers to access it.

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AI in transportation: Benefits, use cases + what’s next

Learn how AI is shaping the future of transportation, improving customer service so travelers can keep their minds on their destination.

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No time to waste: 5 AI tactics to scale customer service without adding headcount

Customer engagement rates are about to explode, surging fivefold as customers increasingly reach out over digital…

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An introduction to quality assurance for your support team

Quality assurance helps your support team improve performance monumentally. Here is how to introduce a QA program to your team successfully.

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AI in finance: Top use cases and benefits to know

AI in finance transforms the customer experience to create more engagement and loyalty. This guide explores the benefits of using AI in the finance industry.

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AI in e-commerce: How it’s transforming CX

AI in e-commerce enables companies to build long-term customer loyalty, boost conversions, and streamline operations—when done right. Read our guide to discover how.

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What is total experience? Definition + strategies for success

A successful total experience strategy helps you keep customers and employees satisfied. Here's how to do it right.

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