Customer service stories - Page 2
UK firms see weak AI returns as skills lag adoption
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digital transformation
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AI skills shortages are limiting business returns, with QA warning that training gaps are leaving many workers using the tools only for basic tasks.
Oracle & Google Cloud add Gemini Enterprise database agent
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Oracle and Google Cloud add Gemini Enterprise access to governed database data, letting users query enterprise records in natural language without SQL.
8x8 launches retail nationwide for shared store devices
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8x8 has unveiled a UK retail communications package built for shared devices and shift work, with calls ringing across store handsets and tablets.
Securitas UK marks decade of STARS front-of-house growth
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hyperscale
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e-learning
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dc
Securitas UK's front-of-house STARS programme now spans 27 countries, serving 89 clients with 900 staff and tailored training.
Snowflake expands AI tools for business users & developers
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manufacturing
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Snowflake adds new AI features for business users and developers, including mobile access, Gmail and Slack links, and broader support across enterprise systems.
Newo appoints Jason Luo as Chief Executive Officer
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
Newo names Jason Luo Chief Executive Officer after USD $25 million funding round as it targets small businesses missing inbound calls.
Payment failures put GBP £1.7bn in UK sales at risk
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dr
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fintech
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cx
UK retailers and venues face rising risk from payment outages as new research warns lost sales, customer anger and staff pressure can escalate within minutes.
Snowflake expands AI tools for business users & developers
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uc
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Snowflake broadens AI platform with new business-user agents and developer tools to move corporate projects from pilots into everyday workflows.
Heron Foods rolls out x-hoppers platform across 340 stores
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
Heron Foods deploys x-hoppers headsets and app across 340 UK stores to boost staff safety, speed up communication and tighten operations.
LangWatch launches open-source tool for AI red-teaming
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data protection
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devops
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data analytics
LangWatch releases open-source AI red-teaming framework to expose hidden vulnerabilities in production agents through multi-turn attack simulations.
Adobe expands AI partner network for customer experience
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uc
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
Adobe widens AI alliances with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, OpenAI and agencies to embed agent workflows across customer experience tools.
Adobe launches CX Enterprise to unify AI customer workflows
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Adobe unveils CX Enterprise to let brands run AI-powered customer journeys across partner platforms, with new agents, governance and orchestration tools.
Revolut launches AI assistant as banks shift to chat
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data protection
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digital transformation
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fintech
Revolut has launched an in-app AI assistant as banks and fintechs race to replace menu-driven apps with chat-based tools for everyday money tasks.
Testlio launches AI chatbot testing service amid scrutiny
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data protection
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devops
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cx
Testlio rolls out human-led AI chatbot testing as brands face pressure to prove safety, accuracy and trust before customer use.
Casting a wide net: Vection Technologies' push across emerging tech markets
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digital transformation
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martech
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physical security
Vection Technologies showcases AI and VR tools for defence, healthcare and property as CEO Gianmarco Biagi targets wider international growth.
HubSpot launches AI tools to tackle search decline
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crm
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cx
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martech
HubSpot bets on answer engines and AI-driven sales, marketing and support tools as it says organic traffic has fallen 27% year on year.
UK broadband switching jumps 24% as April bills rise
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it industry
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customer service
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isp
Uswitch says record March switching and stronger regional rivals are forcing UK broadband firms to sharpen deals as households seek to cut bills.
UK government launches GBP £500m Sovereign AI Unit
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semiconductors
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
UK sovereign AI fund seeks to back startups, scale-ups and homegrown innovation as ministers aim to boost growth and strategic control.
Rubrik survey warns of AI agents outpacing security
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data protection
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dr
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digital transformation
Survey finds AI agents are spreading faster than security teams can track them, with most firms lacking visibility, rollback controls and identity governance.
Twilio launches embeddable Flex contact centre for apps
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uc
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Twilio unveils embeddable Flex contact centre tools for web apps, adding Salesforce voice support, enhanced reporting and new pricing.