The Ticket: Discover the Future of Customer Service, Support, and Experience, with Intercom cover image

The Ticket: Discover the Future of Customer Service, Support, and Experience, with Intercom

Off Script: Reinventing customer service with AI

Jun 20, 2024
Fergal Reid, VP of AI at Intercom, discusses the application of machine learning in customer service. Topics include advancements in NLP and ML, challenges in predicting AI technology, and the impact of AI in customer service, including the future potential of autonomous AI bots.
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Quick takeaways

  • AI is revolutionizing customer service by undertaking knowledge work and understanding tasks beyond translations.
  • Developing AI products for customer service requires rigorous testing, incremental improvements, and ethical considerations.

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AI Revolutionizing Customer Service

AI, specifically large language models, is poised to revolutionize customer service by undertaking knowledge work, starting with tasks like customer service support. The technological breakthrough in natural language processing through attention-based algorithms and transformers has enabled machines to understand various tasks beyond translations, such as summarization and instructions. This revolution represents the promise of AI and its remarkable advancements in comprehending and processing information.

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