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How conversational AI is changing customer interactions

Ever feel like you're talking to a robot when you call customer service? Those days are over. Let me tell you about the crazy world of conversational AI.
Published on
January 29, 2025
Maurizio Isendoorn, Co-Founder at Ringly.io
Maurizio Isendoorn
Co-Founder

What's the big deal with conversational AI?

It's like having a super-smart, never-tired customer service rep.

But way cooler.

The journey from dumb bots to smart talkers

Remember those annoying phone menus?

"Press 1 for sales, 2 for support..."

Yeah, that was the stone age of AI.

Then came Siri and Alexa. Better, but still kinda dumb.

Now? We've got AI that talks like your buddy.

Where conversational AI shines in the real world:

Healthcare: no more waiting room blues

- AI books your appointments

- Reminds you to take your meds

- Explains your insurance in plain English

E-commerce: your 24/7 personal shopper

- Answers questions about products

- Helps you find the perfect size

- Tracks your order like a hawk

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Small business: never miss a call again

You know that feeling when you're too busy to answer the phone?

AI's got your back. It answers every call, every time.

Recruitment: finding the perfect match

Imagine an AI that:

- Screens candidates

- Schedules interviews

- Asks the right questions

It's like having a super-efficient HR person, minus the coffee breaks.

But wait, there's a catch

AI isn't all rainbows and unicorns.

There are some tricky bits:

- Voice cloning (creepy, right?)

- Security concerns

- Ethical use

But don't worry, the good guys are on it.

The future is wild

Picture this:

- AI therapists (cheaper than the real deal)

- AI coaches (who never get tired of your excuses)

- AI storytellers (bedtime stories on demand)

Wrapping it up

Conversational AI isn't just cool tech.

It's changing how businesses talk to customers.

It's making life easier for everyone.

And trust me, this is just the beginning.

Ready to jump on the AI bandwagon?

Your customers are waiting.

Related blogs:

How e-commerce businesses can use AI phone agents to do customer service

How enterprise companies can use AI phone agents for customer service

The future of e-commerce customer support is AI

AI-powered calls are the new chatbots

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