Before generative AI became mainstream, tech-savvy retailers had long been leveraging transformative technologies to automate tasks and understand consumer behavior. Insights from consumer and future trends, along with predictive analytics, have long guided retailers in improving customer experiences and enhancing operational efficiency. AI for Consumers and Retailers improved customer experiences. While AI is currently used
The Role of Small Language Models (SLMs) in AI While much attention is often given to the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs), Small Language Models (SLMs) play a vital role in the AI landscape. Role of Small Language Models. Large vs. Small Language Models LLMs, like GPT-4, excel at managing complex tasks and providing
The enterprise has transitioned from merely speculating about artificial intelligence to actively implementing it. In doing so, companies must determine the optimal combination of ancillary technologies that, when strategically paired with AI, can drive relevant use cases and business outcomes. With AI Data Cloud and Integration, your data-driven decisions happen in real-time. Salesforce Inc. is
Salesforce’s Flow has long been a powerful automation tool, democratizing access to sophisticated automation for non-coders. It also drives the automation behind Marketing Cloud Growth Edition, including email dispatch. Salesforce Campaign Flows mark a significant step toward making automation more accessible for marketers. For the first time, Salesforce introduces what are termed “non-admin flows,” which
360 SMS Salesforce Chatbot vs. Traditional Customer Support: An Analysis In the evolving tech space of customer service, businesses continue to seek ways to enhance customer satisfaction while optimizing costs. One notable resource in recent years is the increasing reliance on chatbots, with the 360 SMS chatbot emerging as a powerful SMS tool for efficient
The Clock is Ticking on the Big UK Traditional Telephony Switch-Off As the UK approaches the traditional telephony switch-off, millions of small businesses are prioritizing the digitization of their voice communications. The move to cloud-powered replacements – Cloud PBX – is not just about meeting the January 2027 deadline; it’s an opportunity to modernize and
Each year, Monte Carlo surveys real data professionals about the state of their data quality. This year, we turned our gaze to the shadow of AI—and the message was clear. Managing Data Quality in an AI World is getting harder. Data quality risks are evolving — and data quality management isn’t. Among the 200 data
Dynamically Assign Approvers Based on Criteria You can configure approvers based on specific criteria or formulas. Dynamically Assign Approvers to save timeFor instance, if you want the approver to be the regional manager associated with a sales rep’s opportunity, the system will automatically update to reference the new manager if there’s a change. Required Editions
Google Apologizes for Chrome Password Manager Bug Affecting Windows Users Google has issued an apology after a bug prevented many Windows users from accessing or saving their passwords through Chrome’s password manager. The issue, which began on July 24 and lasted for nearly 18 hours before being resolved on July 25, was attributed to “a
To ensure a smooth transition and enhance your experience in Salesforce Maps, the new features currently available in all environments will be auto-enabled in the Winter ’25 release this October. We encourage you to enable the new experience now and share your feedback to help us meet your needs and expectations. Instructions on activating the
In a Wednesday interview with CNBC’s Jim Cramer, the CEOs of Salesforce and Workday, Marc Benioff and Carl Eschenbach, announced their companies’ new partnership to develop an artificial intelligence assistant. Workday and Salesforce Unveil New AI Employee Service Agent. This collaboration aims to enhance onboarding, human resources, and other business processes. Salesforce Chair and CEO
Based on the writings of David Campbell in Generative AI. Sensitive AI Knowledge Models “Crime is the spice of life.” This quote from an unnamed frontier model engineer has been resonating for months, ever since it was mentioned by a coworker after a conference. It sparked an interesting thought: for an AI model to be
Slack Introduces New iOS App Widgets to Enhance Engagement and Collaboration Slack has launched four new widgets for its iOS app, aimed at boosting worker engagement and facilitating collaboration. The new additions include the “Catch Up” widget, two versions of the “Status” widget, and the “Slack Launcher” widget. These tools are designed to keep employees
OpenAI’s Secret Project: “Strawberry” Background and Goals OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is working on a new AI project codenamed “Strawberry,” according to an insider and internal documents reviewed by Reuters. This project, whose details have not been previously reported, aims to showcase advanced reasoning capabilities in OpenAI’s models. The project seeks to enable AI
Building Trust in AI: A Complex Yet Essential Task The Importance of Trust in AI Trust in artificial intelligence (AI) is ultimately what will make or break the technology. AI Trust and Optimism. Amid the hype and excitement of the past 18 months, it’s widely recognized that human beings need to have faith in this
