Artificial Intelligence for CX
This survey assesses the use of various aspects of AI in support of Customer Experience initiatives. There is a particular focus on Advanced AI. The survey should take about 3 to 5 minutes to complete, and we will gladly share the results when our analysis is done.
Definitions
"Advanced AI" refers to artificial intelligence systems that exhibit highly sophisticated capabilities, significantly beyond basic or earlier AI technologies. These systems often include features like deep learning, natural language processing, advanced problem-solving, and the ability to learn and adapt over time. Advanced AI can handle complex tasks, make predictions, and sometimes make decisions with minimal human intervention. This level of AI represents a notable leap in technology compared to more primitive forms, such as rule-based systems or simple machine learning models, and is often at the forefront of AI research and application. ChatGPT 4 (1/18/2024)
To what degree is your organization currently using various forms of AI (including today's advanced AI and earlier forms of AI) for Customer Experience programs?
Not at all
Just getting started
Moderately
It's a big part of our strategy already
AI for data analysis, insights (e.g., sentiment analysis, root cause analysis)
AI for predictive analytics (e.g., churn prediction, risk assessment, new products or features)
AI for automation and operational efficiency (e.g., chatbots, virtual assistants, process automation)
AI for coaching, training, and education (e.g., for customers or employee engagement)
AI for content development
AI for personalization (e.g., recommendations, customized interactions)
In general, how much are you currently using Advanced AI for your CX programs?
Not at all and there is no plan to within the next 12 months
Not at all but we do plan to within the next 12 months
Just getting started
Moderately
A lot - It is a big part of our strategy already
What tangible benefits are you CURRENTLY REALIZING from the use of Advanced AI for your CX programs? Check all that apply.
Better customer engagement
Better employee engagement
Improved customer insights
Improved time to resolution of issues
New upsell and/or cross-sell opportunities
Reduction in costs
It's too early to say
What tangible benefits are you ANTICIPATING in the future from the use of Advanced AI for your CX programs? Check all that apply.
Better customer engagement
Better employee engagement
Improved customer insights
Improved time to resolution of issues
New upsell and/or cross-sell opportunities
Reduction in costs
In your own words, what are the 1-2 biggest challenges you are facing as you work on Advanced AI deployment for your CX programs. 1 to 2 sentences please.
What are the top three things that worry you most about deploying Advanced AI? Please select up to 3 from the following options.
Getting inaccurate or incomplete answers
Ethical issues
Lack of scalability
Lack of transparency
Data privacy issues
Lack of integration with existing systems
It's too difficult to properly manage
Potential biases
The need to eliminate or redefine jobs
Other
What governance framework is in place to oversee your deployment of Advanced AI in CX programs?
It is managed centrally for the whole company
We have our own CX AI center of excellence or program office
It's managed on a project-to-project basis
No governance yet - it's all grass roots
Other
What strategies are you employing to discover new use cases for deploying Advanced AI to support your CX programs? Check all that apply.
It’s completely unstructured
Teams are encouraged to experiment
Projects are identified and prioritized in a coordinated way
Teams are encouraged to compete on solutions to specific use cases
We look at what our competitors are doing and that sets our priorities
Other
Estimate the percentage of unauthorized or unknown Advanced AI activities relative to the total amount of Advanced AI activity in CX at your company.
How are you developing the skills needed to utilize Advanced AI for your CX programs? Check all that apply.
Figuring it out on our own
Hiring experts/consultants
Collaborating with other companies
Formal training programs
Other
What are your plans for the use of Advanced AI for your CX programs as you head into 2024?
We will proceed slowly and cautiously
We're going to move fast and break things
We're waiting for top-down guidance
I have no idea
For your overall 2024 investment in all forms of AI for CX, which are your top priority applications? Select up to 3 options.
Data analysis, insights (e.g., sentiment analysis, root cause analysis)
Predictive analytics (e.g., churn prediction, risk assessment, new products or features)
Automation (e.g., chatbots, virtual assistants, process automation)
Coaching, training, and education (e.g., for customers or employee engagement)
Content development
Personalization (e.g., recommendations, customized interactions)
Other
Your Information
Industry
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Please Select
Advertising and Marketing
Agriculture
Airlines and Aerospace
Automotive
Business Support and Logistics
Construction, Machinery, and Homes
Education
Entertainment and Leisure
Finance and Financial Services
Food and Beverages
Government
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
Insurance
Manufacturing
Nonprofit
Professional Services
Retail and Consumer Durables
Real Estate
Telecommunications, Tech, Internet, and Electronics
Transportation and Delivery
Utilities, Energy, and Extraction
Select the industry that best describes your business
Company Size
*
Please Select
Less than $250M
Between $250M and $1B
Between $1B and $10B
$10B+
Is your company mainly B2B or B2C?
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Please Select
B2B
B2C
Both equally
Your functional role
*
Please Select
Digital/IT
Finance/Operations
Marketing
Sales
Customer Experience/Customer Success
Engineering/Development
Professional Services
Product Support
Line of Business (operating unit, for example)
Your job level
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Please Select
C-level executive/EVP
Senior VP/VP
Senior Director/Director
Senior Manager/Manager
Individual Contributor
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