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Gap Between Data and Decisions
14Oct

Gap Between Data and Decisions

Bridging the Gap Between Data and Decisions One of the biggest challenges in enterprise technology is the fragmentation of data across various systems, commonly referred to as data silos. Salesforce research shows that 81% of IT leaders believe these silos prevent their organizations from fully utilizing data, while 94% of business leaders feel they should be extracting more value from their data. Despite the wealth of available information, only 30% of employees report using data to make decisions. Tableau Einstein addresses this challenge by enabling self-service analytics through a unified metadata framework. This framework ensures consistent data definitions and structures across an organization, allowing data architects and analysts to create semantic models. These models simplify complex datasets, making them more accessible to business users. Additionally, the platform integrates AI-powered agents into the data authoring process, automatically suggesting relationships between data objects and providing business context to improve the reliability of insights. Integrating AI for Proactive Insights Southard Jones, Chief Product Officer of Tableau, highlights the need for analytics tools to deliver proactive and autonomous insights within users’ workflows. “Employees often miss critical insights because they lack the time or expertise to analyze complex data sets,” Jones said. “With predictive and generative AI, Tableau Einstein can explore your data and surface insights you might not have considered.” Features like Pulse and Tableau Agent provide insights within familiar platforms like Salesforce, Slack, and third-party applications such as Workday. For example, a manager using Workday might receive real-time notifications about team performance metrics or potential indicators of employee attrition, allowing for timely intervention. Enhancing Trust Through Transparency Building trust in data analytics is key to adoption. Tableau Einstein introduces Tableau Semantics, which acts as a bridge between raw data and business terminology. “With Tableau Semantics, we provide clear explanations and data lineage, showing users exactly how metrics are created,” Jones explained. This transparency demystifies complex calculations, making it easier for users to understand metrics like campaign ROI. By aligning technical data with business understanding, the platform seeks to make analytics more accessible and trustworthy. Potential Challenges While AI-driven analytics holds great promise, it raises questions about data privacy, implementation complexity, and the learning curve for employees. Although AI-powered insights can revolutionize how organizations use data, it’s essential to address data governance concerns and ensure employees are trained to interpret AI-generated insights accurately. The competitive landscape for AI analytics tools is growing, with alternatives like Microsoft’s Power BI offering similar capabilities. Organizations will need to compare Tableau Einstein with other options in terms of features, integration potential, and overall cost. Facilitating Collaboration and Customization Tableau Einstein’s open, API-driven architecture enables developers to create customized analytical agents tailored to specific enterprise needs. “By opening our APIs, we allow developers to interact with the platform programmatically,” Jones noted. This flexibility supports the creation of custom analytics solutions that can seamlessly integrate with other business applications. The platform also introduces marketplace capabilities for sharing and discovering data models and analytics assets, fostering collaboration and innovation while reducing redundant efforts across organizations. Real-World Applications and Early Feedback Early adopters are already exploring how Tableau Einstein enhances decision-making processes. Leslie Bercher, Senior Director of Performance Marketing & Analytics at Arvest Bank, noted, “Embedding these insights into our daily applications empowers teams to make informed decisions quickly. It’s not just about data; it’s about having actionable insights when and where we need them.” Despite the potential, adopting advanced analytics tools may require investment in training and change management to ensure successful implementation. Without the right support, organizations may struggle to unlock the full potential of these technologies. Looking Ahead: The Future of AI-Powered Analytics Tableau Einstein is available through Tableau+, with future integrations planned across Salesforce products, including Sales, Service, Marketing, and Commerce Cloud. Salesforce is offering expert guidance, migration support, and a reimagined partner network to help businesses adopt the platform efficiently. As companies continue their digital transformation journeys, AI-powered analytics tools like Tableau Einstein will be pivotal in making data more accessible and actionable. Success will depend on how well organizations address challenges related to data privacy, employee training, and system integration. “The autonomous revolution in analytics is just beginning,” Jones observed. “The key will be how companies use these tools to gain insights and drive strategic actions that lead to measurable business outcomes.” Salesforce’s launch of Tableau Einstein marks a significant step in democratizing data analytics within organizations. By embedding AI-driven insights into daily workflows and increasing transparency in data metrics, the platform has the potential to transform operations. However, realizing this potential will require thoughtful implementation, strong employee engagement, and ongoing support. As AI and analytics evolve, companies that harness these technologies effectively will gain a competitive advantage in a data-driven world. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 14, 2024in Generative AI
Salesforce Success Story
14Oct

Case Study: Children’s Hospital Use Cases

In need of help to implement requisite configuration updates to establish a usable data model for data segmentation that supports best practices utilization of Marketing Cloud features including Contact Builder, Email Studio and Journey Builder.

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October 14, 2024in Data, Google, Life Sciences Cloud, Salesforce, Salesforce Development Services, Salesforce Health and Life Sciences Solutions, Salesforce Health Cloud, Salesforce Implementation Services, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Salesforce Shield, Salesforce Success Stories
Einstein Copilot for Healthcare
13Oct

Einstein Copilot for Healthcare

Einstein Copilot for Healthcare – Salesforce has introduced a new AI-powered healthcare assistant within its CRM system, marking its latest move to expand into the healthcare industry. As AI development accelerates, tech giants like Microsoft, Google, Amazon Web Services, and Salesforce are capitalizing on the opportunity to integrate AI and cloud technologies into healthcare to streamline administrative and operational tasks. Salesforce’s healthcare-specific AI tool, Einstein Copilot, is a conversational assistant that leverages an organization’s private data to provide relevant responses. Einstein Copilot enables healthcare providers and care teams to digitally capture and summarize information from both clinical and nonclinical sources, update patient records, and automate manual workflows. Key Features of Einstein Copilot Providers can use Einstein Copilot to generate patient summaries that include medications, diagnoses, social determinants, assessments, clinical service requests, and care gaps. A care manager can also ask the assistant to find an in-network provider based on location, specialty, and insurance coverage, and auto-fill referral forms using natural language prompts. The AI assistant can also trigger workflows for tasks such as sending referrals, scheduling appointments, and updating care plans. Salesforce expects Einstein Copilot to be HIPAA-compliant by summer 2024, with Copilot: Health Actions slated for general availability in winter 2024. Digitizing Health Assessments Salesforce is adding a feature called Assessment Generation that allows healthcare organizations to digitize standardized health assessments. These can be automatically populated into Salesforce Health Cloud, filled out electronically, and tracked for progress over time. Reducing Administrative Waste Salesforce cites research from McKinsey & Co. showing that administrative costs account for nearly a quarter of U.S. healthcare spending, with a potential savings of up to $320 billion. By integrating AI and CRM tools, Salesforce aims to reduce the operational burden on healthcare providers and improve patient outcomes. Amit Khanna, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Health at Salesforce, highlighted the value of these innovations: “These new data, AI, and CRM features reduce the administrative and operational burden for healthcare providers, leading to better outcomes for patients. With Salesforce’s trusted AI, healthcare organizations excited about generative AI—but wary of clinical and security concerns—can confidently integrate these innovations into their workflows.” Early Adopters and Impact Healthcare providers including Baptist Health South Florida and HarmonyCares are already leveraging Salesforce to personalize patient interactions and create unified patient views. HarmonyCares, which operates across 14 states with over 150 primary care providers, has used Salesforce’s AI-driven field service platform to streamline patient scheduling. The company reported a 50% increase in self-scheduling efficiency since adopting the platform and plans to expand its use of Salesforce Health Cloud for care management and engagement. Kristin Darby, Chief Information Officer at HarmonyCares, emphasized the benefits of AI in healthcare: “AI will dramatically improve our ability to quickly synthesize patient needs and preferences, enabling us to offer a more personalized experience with greater accuracy.” However, the integration of AI in healthcare is not without skepticism. A recent survey revealed that 69% of individuals are uncomfortable with AI being used to diagnose them, though more than half are open to its use in nonclinical tasks like scheduling and billing. Salesforce’s Healthcare Journey Salesforce first launched Health Cloud in 2015 to help providers manage patients by aggregating data from electronic medical records, devices, and wearables. In 2022, the company expanded this offering with Customer 360 for Health, a unified platform that combines real-time data from Data Cloud, Einstein AI, and automation tools like Flow to streamline processes such as prior authorizations, intake, and patient scheduling. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 13, 2024in Generative AI, Salesforce Einstein, Salesforce Health and Life Sciences Solutions, Salesforce Health Cloud, Salesforce Optimization
Autonomous Agents on the Agentforce Platform
12Oct

Autonomous Agents on the Agentforce Platform

In early September, Salesforce introduced its latest innovation: Salesforce Agentforce. This AI-powered suite is part of Salesforce’s expanding portfolio aimed at enhancing efficiency and streamlining business operations. Autonomous Agents on the Agentforce Platform are here. What is Salesforce Agentforce? Salesforce Agentforce is a platform designed to build autonomous AI agents, allowing businesses to manage critical tasks without requiring human involvement. What are Autonomous Agents on the Agentforce Platform ? Autonomous AI Service AgentsAn AI agent is an intelligent assistant that autonomously handles customer service and sales functions. These agents operate continuously, addressing basic queries without needing complex dialog systems, Natural Language Processing (NLP), or pre-configured workflows. Autonomous Agents on the Agentforce Platform Agentforce Service Agent The Agentforce Service Agent is an AI-powered customer support assistant that delivers autonomous, natural service. Unlike traditional chatbots, these generative AI agents provide brand-aligned responses while handling tasks, making decisions, and operating around the clock across self-service portals and messaging channels. Key Benefits of Agentforce Service Agent: Agentforce SDR Agent The Agentforce SDR Agent is designed to help businesses engage and qualify inbound leads. It manages prospect inquiries, addresses objections, and leverages customer insights to schedule meetings with the appropriate sales representatives. Key Benefits of Agentforce SDR Agent: Agentforce is Already Delivering Results! As a premier pilot partner for Salesforce we has been working with customers to implement Agentforce, generating rapid success. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and opportunities with Agentforce! Like1 Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 12, 2024in Agentforce Platform, Generative AI
Zendesk Launches AI Agent Builder
10Oct

Zendesk Launches AI Agent Builder

Zendesk Launches AI Agent Builder and Enhances Agent Copilot Zendesk has unveiled its AI Agent Builder, a key feature in a series of significant updates across its platform. This new tool enables customer service teams to create bots—now referred to as “AI Agents”—using natural language descriptions. For example, a user might input: “A customer wants to return a product.” The AI Agent Builder will recognize the scenario and automatically create a framework for the AI Agent, which can then be reviewed, tested, and deployed. This framework might include essential steps like checking the order number, verifying the items for return, and cross-referencing the return policy. Matthias Goehler, CTO for EMEA at Zendesk, explains, “You can define any number of workflows in the same straightforward manner. The best part is that business users can do this without needing to design complex flowcharts or decision trees.” However, developers may still need to consult an API when creating AI Agents that interact with multiple third-party applications. Other Enhancements to Zendesk’s AI Agents The AI Agent Builder simplifies the automation of customer interactions that involve multiple steps. For more straightforward queries, Zendesk can connect a single AI Agent to trusted knowledge sources, allowing it to autonomously provide answers. Recently, the vendor has expanded this capability to email and strengthened its partnership with Poly.AI to integrate conversational AI capabilities into the voice channel. Goehler remarked, “When I first heard a Poly bot, I thought it was a human; it even had subtle dialects and varied pacing.” This natural-sounding voice, combined with real-time data processing, enables the bot to understand customer intent and guide them through various processes. Zendesk aims to help customers automate up to 80 percent of their service inquiries. However, Goehler acknowledges that some situations will always require human intervention, whether due to case complexity or customer preferences. Therefore, the company continues to enhance its Agent Copilot, which now includes several new features. The “Enhanced” Zendesk Agent Copilot One of the most exciting new features in Agent Copilot is its “Procedure” capability. This allows contact centers to define specific procedures for the Copilot to execute on behalf of live agents. Users can specify these procedures in natural language, such as: “Do this first, then this, and finally this.” During live interactions, agents can request the Copilot to carry out tasks like scheduling appointments or sending shipping labels. The Copilot can also proactively suggest procedures, share recommended responses, and offer guidance through its new “auto-assist” mode. While the live agent remains in control, they can approve the Copilot’s suggestions, allowing it to handle much of the workload. Goehler noted, “If the agent wants to adjust something, they can do that, too. The AI continues to suggest steps and solutions.” This feature is particularly beneficial for companies facing high staff turnover, as it allows new agents to quickly adapt with consistent, high-quality guidance. Zendesk has also introduced Agent Copilot for Voice, making many of its capabilities accessible during customer calls. Agents will receive live call insights and relevant knowledge base content to enhance their interactions. Elsewhere at Zendesk 2024 has been a transformative year for Zendesk. The company has entered the workforce engagement management (WEM) market with acquisitions of Klaus and Tymeshift. This follows the integration of Ultimate, which laid the groundwork for the new Zendesk AI Agents and significantly enhanced the vendor’s conversational AI expertise. Additionally, Zendesk has developed a customer messaging app in collaboration with Meta, established a venture arm for AI startups, and announced new partnerships with AWS and Anthropic. Notably, Zendesk has gained attention for introducing an “industry-first” outcome-based pricing model. This move is significant as many CCaaS and CRM vendors, facing pressure from AI solutions that reduce headcounts, have traditionally relied on seat-based pricing models. By adopting outcome-based pricing, Zendesk ensures that customers only pay more when they achieve desired outcomes, addressing a key challenge in the industry. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. 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October 10, 2024in Data
Build Launch and Track Campaigns
10Oct

Build Launch and Track Campaigns

Revolutionizing Campaigns: How Marketing Agents Empower Your Marketing Team Marketing agents are transforming how businesses create, launch, and track campaigns—delivering better results while boosting internal team productivity and cohesion. With the power of AI and data, these agents act as collaborative partners, enhancing marketing efficiency and creativity in unprecedented ways. A Smarter Approach to Campaign Challenges Marketers have long faced the challenge of creating quality content at scale. According to the Content Marketing Institute, 54% of B2B marketers struggle to meet this demand, while B2C marketers often lack the resources to make their efforts scalable and consistent. On top of this, they must ensure campaigns are efficient, customer-centric, and stand out in a competitive landscape. Enter marketing agents—AI-powered tools that help teams manage and optimize campaigns, from strategy to execution. At Dreamforce 2024, Salesforce unveiled Agentforce, a suite of intelligent agents integrated across the Customer 360 platform, including Agentforce Campaigns. With 71% of marketers planning to adopt generative and predictive AI within the next 18 months, as per Salesforce’s State of Marketing report, tools like Agentforce are poised to redefine how campaigns are built and delivered. How Humans and AI Agents Work Together Marketing agents are AI-powered virtual assistants that collaborate with humans to analyze data, generate insights, and execute marketing plans. Unlike traditional tools, they understand the context behind your needs and suggest actionable solutions—whether that’s creating content, optimizing campaigns, or analyzing results. By automating time-consuming tasks, marketing agents free teams to focus on high-value activities like strategy and personalization. But the key to maximizing their potential lies in shifting your mindset: instead of simply seeking efficiency, aim to transform how you deliver exceptional customer experiences. 8 Ways Agentforce Campaigns Elevates Your Marketing 1. Intelligent Recommendations Agentforce Campaigns turns insights into actions. For example, Marketing Cloud’s Einstein not only tracks your goals but also suggests adjustments or new campaigns tailored to your objectives, helping you stay ahead. 2. Instant Campaign Briefs Building a campaign starts with a solid brief. With Agentforce, you can create one in seconds using natural language prompts. The AI-generated brief incorporates your goals and guidelines, making collaboration and approvals seamless. 3. Contextual Content Creation Agentforce generates emails, landing pages, and calls to action directly aligned with your brand’s tone and campaign goals. Marketers can refine outputs with natural language prompts, ensuring a perfect fit for their strategy. 4. Effortless Audience Segmentation No SQL skills? No problem. Describe your ideal audience in natural language, and Agentforce will translate that into actionable segments—helping you target precisely the right customers. 5. Automated Journey Activation Agentforce simplifies multi-channel journey creation by drafting personalized campaign flows. You can refine, approve, and activate these journeys with ease, saving time while enhancing impact. 6. Unlimited Content Variations AI eliminates content constraints, allowing you to generate multiple variations for personalized campaigns. Target high-value customers, newcomers, or loyal fans with tailored messages—all at scale. 7. Explore Nuanced Segments Agentforce enables marketers to create segments without relying on overburdened data science teams. Dive into deeper audience insights, such as churn rates based on location, age, or past behavior, with just a prompt. 8. Embed Continuous Testing Testing is often deprioritized due to time limitations. Agentforce automates testing workflows, making it easier to incorporate A/B testing and iterative learning into every campaign. Getting Started with Agentforce Campaigns Agentforce Campaigns is available in Marketing Cloud Growth and Advanced Editions, designed to empower businesses of all sizes. By integrating AI-driven tools into your workflow, you can elevate your marketing to new heights—enhancing creativity, efficiency, and customer engagement. Ready to revolutionize your campaigns? Explore how Agentforce can help you win customers and foster a more productive, cohesive marketing team. Salesforce Disclaimer: Unreleased features mentioned here are subject to change and may not become available as described. Make purchasing decisions based on currently available features. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 10, 2024in Agentforce Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Data
Marketing Cloud Website Activity Collection
09Oct

Marketing Cloud Website Activity Collection

Leveraging Website Activity Data in Salesforce Marketing Cloud Understanding how users interact with your website is essential for delivering personalized customer experiences. Salesforce Marketing Cloud (SFMC) offers robust tools to capture website activity and transform this data into actionable insights, enhancing your marketing strategies. This guide walks you through the process of collecting website activity data in SFMC. Marketing Cloud Website Activity Collection Before diving into the setup process, it’s important to understand the benefits of collecting website activity data: Now, let’s explore how to set up website activity tracking in Salesforce Marketing Cloud. Set Up Marketing Cloud Website Activity Collection Step 1: Install Salesforce Marketing Cloud Tracking Code To begin collecting website activity, install the Salesforce Marketing Cloud tracking code on your website. Known as the “Web Collect” code, this script captures visitor behavior data and sends it to SFMC. Step 2: Configure Data Extensions After installing the tracking code, set up data extensions in SFMC to store the website activity data you collect. Step 3: Set Up Behavioral Triggers To maximize the value of your data, set up behavioral triggers in SFMC. These triggers can automatically send personalized communications based on specific website actions. Step 4: Leverage Advertising Studio for Retargeting To further enhance your marketing efforts, use Advertising Studio to create retargeting campaigns based on website activity data. Step 5: Monitor and Optimize After setting up website activity tracking, regularly monitor the performance of your campaigns and the quality of your collected data. Final Thoughts Collecting website activity data in Salesforce Marketing Cloud enables you to understand customer behavior better and deliver more personalized experiences. By following these steps—installing the tracking code, configuring data extensions, setting up behavioral triggers, and leveraging retargeting—you can effectively harness website activity data to elevate your marketing efforts. Start implementing these strategies today to unlock the full potential of Salesforce Marketing Cloud and drive deeper engagement and conversions. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 9, 2024in Salesforce Marketing Cloud
Marketing Cloud and Commerce Cloud Innovations
09Oct

Marketing Cloud and Commerce Cloud Innovations

What Our Dreamforce Marketing Cloud and Commerce Cloud Innovations Mean for You This year’s Dreamforce was nothing short of amazing. It was exciting to reconnect with fellow Trailblazers, exchange brilliant ideas, and showcase the innovations we’ve been crafting at Salesforce. A recurring theme throughout the event was how businesses can leverage data and AI to forge deeper customer-driven relationships by bringing internal teams closer together. These innovations are designed to transform not only how companies engage with customers but also how their teams work together. Marketing Cloud and Commerce Cloud Innovations. Seamless integration between Marketing, Commerce, Sales, and Service teams is crucial for creating unified customer experiences. Often, customers feel as though they are interacting with separate departments rather than one cohesive company—this is largely due to disconnected technology and processes. But thanks to Salesforce’s advancements in unified data, AI, and automation, those days are numbered. Now, departments can collaborate more effectively, delivering hyper-personalized, frictionless experiences across the entire customer lifecycle. Let’s explore the latest Marketing Cloud and Commerce Cloud innovations announced at Dreamforce 2024 and how they can benefit your business. What You’ll Learn Salesforce Marketing Cloud Innovations These four innovations in Marketing Cloud are built on the Salesforce Platform and powered by Data Cloud, offering marketers a seamless view of customer data across the business. This foundation makes it easier to deliver unified customer experiences, improve handoffs between teams, and measure success more effectively. 1. Agentforce Embedded in Marketing Workflows Agentforce for Marketing combines generative and predictive AI to create an end-to-end campaign experience that marketers can launch and optimize with ease. Here’s how it helps: Example: A marketer looking to prevent customer churn can launch a re-engagement campaign. Agentforce will identify the right audience, craft personalized messages, and optimize delivery based on customer behavior. 2. Empowering Small and Medium Businesses The new Marketing Cloud Advanced Edition brings enhanced AI and automation capabilities to SMBs, enabling them to scale personalization and improve productivity: 3. Automating Data Preparation and Analytics with Einstein Marketing Intelligence (EMI) EMI uses AI and Data Cloud to automate the ingestion, transformation, and analysis of marketing data: 4. Einstein Personalization for 1:1 Experiences Einstein Personalization uses AI to recommend products, content, or services based on individual customer preferences: Example: A service agent could offer a discount on a product a customer was recently viewing, creating a seamless, personalized experience. Salesforce Commerce Cloud Innovations As businesses scale and handle increasing amounts of data, managing complex commerce systems can be a challenge. The new Commerce Cloud updates simplify these complexities by extending unified commerce capabilities across the organization. 1. Simplifying Cross-Functional Commerce Tasks By unifying data from across the business, Commerce Cloud enables better cross-functional collaboration: 2. AI-Powered Commerce Agents with Agentforce Commerce Cloud introduces three AI-powered agents to streamline business processes: 3. Streamlining Checkout for a Faster, Easier Experience With new express payment options like Link by Stripe and Amazon Pay, Commerce Cloud Checkout speeds up transactions and improves conversion rates by 14%. Plus, Buy with Prime integration allows shoppers to use their Amazon Prime accounts for a faster checkout experience, complete with trusted delivery and hassle-free returns. The Future of Unified Commerce Salesforce Commerce Cloud offers a unified platform that brings together sales, service, and marketing, providing a 360-degree view of the entire customer journey. This unified commerce approach enables businesses to deliver seamless B2B and B2C experiences, all powered by a single platform. By integrating enterprise-wide data, trusted AI, and automated workflows, Salesforce helps businesses scale personalized, intelligent experiences across every touchpoint. Every interaction becomes an opportunity for growth, setting the standard for success in today’s customer-driven world. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. 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October 9, 2024in Data, Enterprise, Salesforce, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Technology
Data Cloud Model
08Oct

Data Cloud Model

While many Salesforce products like Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Education Cloud, Health Cloud, and various industry clouds are built on a common ‘core’ platform that shares the same datastore (an Oracle relational database), Salesforce Data Cloud operates on (Data Cloud Model) a distinct architecture and technology stack. This insight explores the data models and related concepts that underpin the platform. Data Cloud Architecture and Storage Starting with the storage layer, Salesforce Data Cloud integrates multiple services: This combination enables Data Cloud to provide a petabyte-scale data store, overcoming the scalability and performance constraints of traditional relational databases. The physical architecture of Data Cloud is represented as a set of data objects, which form the foundation for how data is ingested, harmonized, and activated within the platform. Key Data Cloud Objects Data Source A Data Source is the initial data layer in Data Cloud, representing an external platform or system from which your data originates. Data Sources can include: Data Stream A Data Stream is an entity extracted from a Data Source, such as ‘Orders’ from Commerce Cloud, ‘Contacts’ from Sales Cloud, or ‘Subscribers’ from Marketing Cloud. Once a Data Source is connected to Data Cloud, Data Streams provide access to these entities and require assignment to a category: Profile, Engagement, or Other. A single Data Source can contain multiple Data Streams. Data Source Object (DSO) Data Streams are ingested into Data Source Objects (DSOs), which serve as temporary staging stores containing data in its raw, native format (e.g., CSV files). Minor transformations can be applied to fields during data ingestion. Data Lake Object (DLO) The next step in the data flow is the Data Lake Object (DLO). DLOs are typed, schema-based, materialized views that reside in the data lake (Amazon S3) and are generally stored as Apache Parquet files. This format, along with Apache Iceberg’s abstraction layer, supports efficient data storage and retrieval. DLOs are the first objects available for inspection and preparation of data, including field mapping and additional transformations. Data Model Object (DMO) Unlike DSOs and DLOs, which use a physical data store, Data Model Objects (DMOs) provide a virtual, non-materialized view into the data lake. Queries against a DMO return results based on the current data snapshot in DLOs, without storing them. DMOs can aggregate attributes from different Data Streams, Calculated Insights, and other sources. DMOs inherit their category from the first DLO mapped to them, and only DLOs with the same category can be mapped to the DMO. Like Salesforce objects, DMOs offer a canonical data model with pre-defined attributes (standard objects), and you can also create custom DMOs (custom objects). DMOs can have one-to-one or many-to-one relationships with other DMOs. Currently, there are 89 standard DMOs in Data Cloud, and this number is growing to support more use cases. DMOs are organized into various subject areas, including: Data Spaces Data Spaces offer logical partitions, allowing data to be segregated between different brands, regions, or departments, without the need for multiple Data Cloud instances. They also align with a Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), enabling you to stage and test Data Objects in separate environments without affecting production data. Data Sources, Data Streams, and DLOs can be shared across Data Spaces, while DMOs and other platform features are isolated based on user permissions. Final Thoughts With the drop in storage costs and advancements in technology, companies now have vast datasets at their disposal. Every customer interaction, whether it’s a purchase, an email open, or a web page view, can be captured and stored. When properly organized, this data allows businesses to understand customers better, predict their needs, personalize interactions, and much more. However, one of Salesforce’s challenges is that its original platform, built over 20 years ago, was designed for a different era and struggles with handling voluminous, “big” data. Salesforce Data Cloud addresses these limitations with a modern architecture that overcomes the constraints of relational databases. Data Cloud is poised to become the backbone of the Salesforce platform, supporting the data needs of customers and products for the next two decades. If you’re interested in learning how to implement and integrate Salesforce Data Cloud in your organization, following best practices, reach out today. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 8, 2024in Salesforce Data Cloud, Unified Knowledge
Coveo and Salesforce Data Cloud
07Oct

Coveo and Salesforce Data Cloud

Coveo Integrates with Salesforce Data Cloud for Enhanced Data Access Coveo has officially integrated with Salesforce Data Cloud, providing companies with improved access to a broad range of data across the Salesforce ecosystem. This integration enhances the capabilities of Salesforce’s Service Cloud, Commerce Cloud, and Experience Cloud by offering secure access to a wide array of enterprise data sources and engagement data from Coveo-powered search experiences. By leveraging Coveo’s advanced indexing and security features, the integration enables enterprises to seamlessly inject external content into Salesforce experiences through Data Cloud. It also delivers comprehensive analytics across both platforms, allowing businesses to track interactions and touchpoints more effectively. “Coveo has worked closely with Salesforce on a global scale for over a decade,” said Laurent Simoneau, president and CTO of Coveo. “The integration of Coveo with Salesforce creates a powerful synergy, particularly beneficial for large enterprises with complex content ecosystems. Coveo’s robust indexing and relevance capabilities, combined with Salesforce Data Cloud, provide secure access to external data sources, boosting performance and delivering added value across all Salesforce Clouds. This integration sets a new standard for unifying enterprise data and elevating the customer experience.” Kishan Chetan, executive vice president and general manager of Service Cloud at Salesforce, emphasized the impact on service interactions: “Providing precise answers during service interactions is crucial for reducing service costs and improving customer satisfaction, especially for large enterprises managing vast amounts of content and diverse customer bases. Coveo’s ability to connect to extensive content sources and enhance relevance is a key enabler for enterprises with complex search needs in Service Cloud.” Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 7, 2024in Salesforce Data Cloud
Salesforce Agentforce Integration
07Oct

Salesforce Agentforce Integration

The rise of AI-powered solutions is transforming customer service, support, and automation. For organizations such as nonprofits, national associations, and large enterprises, delivering seamless customer experiences has become crucial. Salesforce’s Agentforce, a next-generation conversational AI tool, plays a vital role in this transformation. Designed to elevate customer support and interaction, Agentforce provides an intelligent and scalable solution for integrating AI chatbots into content management systems (CMS) like WordPress, Drupal, and HubSpot. Salesforce Agentforce Integration. In this detailed feature review, we will dive into the extensive capabilities of Salesforce Agentforce, analyzing its role as a conversational tool, its technical requirements, and the benefits it provides for nonprofits, national associations, and businesses. We’ll also compare its applications across various CMS platforms like Drupal, WordPress, and HubSpot, exploring its potential as a powerful AI assistant for website automation and customer interaction. Salesforce Agentforce: A Technical Perspective Salesforce Agentforce is an advanced AI-driven conversational assistant that seamlessly integrates into the Salesforce environment. By tapping into Salesforce CRM’s vast data resources, Agentforce serves as an intelligent interface, automating everything from initial customer inquiries to more personalized interactions. Utilizing natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning, it continually refines responses and scales interactions, making it an indispensable tool for organizations aiming to enhance customer service workflows. Agentforce integrates smoothly with Salesforce Service Cloud, automating both live chat support and chatbot responses. Additionally, it can connect with third-party platforms, including popular CMS solutions like WordPress, Drupal, and HubSpot, allowing organizations to centralize customer service operations in one interface. Core Features and Technical Architecture of Agentforce Natural Language Understanding (NLU) and Processing (NLP) Agentforce’s NLP capabilities are its backbone, allowing it to understand complex human language and respond contextually. This empowers it to manage initial inquiries as well as more sophisticated support requests. Agentforce’s NLU also enables it to work across different languages, dialects, and industry-specific terminology, making it particularly valuable for global organizations and national associations serving diverse audiences. Machine Learning for Continuous Improvement Agentforce’s machine learning feature enhances its ability to improve accuracy and understanding over time. Each interaction helps the chatbot evolve, making it more effective at delivering relevant, real-time responses. This model integrates directly with Salesforce’s data infrastructure, giving Agentforce access to historical data and interactions to offer highly personalized, context-aware answers. Deep Integration with Salesforce CRM As a Salesforce-native tool, Agentforce can harness CRM data in ways other AI tools cannot. By accessing customer histories, purchase data, and previous interactions, it creates personalized experiences that build customer trust. Nonprofits and associations can use this data to improve donor or member interactions, offering targeted support and outreach. Agentforce can also be tailored to retrieve specific datasets, such as an individual’s support history or ongoing service case updates. Cross-Platform Flexibility and API Integration Agentforce offers flexible APIs that enable integration with third-party systems, including CMS platforms like WordPress, Drupal, and HubSpot. This flexibility ensures that AI-powered chatbots can be deployed on organizational websites, providing a seamless experience for customers, donors, and members alike. Whether it’s a nonprofit using Drupal or a business on WordPress, Agentforce acts as the central hub for support and engagement, offering fluid interactions on top of your CMS. HubSpot users can further leverage Agentforce’s marketing features to align lead generation with personalized, chat-based interactions. Use Cases for Agentforce in Nonprofits, National Associations, and Businesses Nonprofit Organizations For nonprofits managing donor, volunteer, and beneficiary relationships, Agentforce offers scalable, automated support: National Associations National associations can use Agentforce to handle high volumes of inquiries from members and professionals: Businesses For service-based enterprises, Agentforce is essential for customer service: Salesforce Agentforce and CMS Integration: WordPress, Drupal, and HubSpot WordPress and Salesforce Agentforce Integration For WordPress users, Agentforce offers customizable chatbot widgets that enhance customer engagement, handle ecommerce inquiries, and integrate with WooCommerce for product support. Drupal and Agentforce Integration Drupal’s modular architecture allows Agentforce to automate membership management, provide multilingual support, and distribute content for nonprofits and associations. HubSpot and Agentforce Integration HubSpot users benefit from Agentforce’s ability to automate lead nurturing, sales and marketing workflows, and customer support, all while keeping HubSpot and Salesforce CRM data synchronized. Tectonic and Salesforce Agentforce Integration At Tectonic, we understand that adopting AI-powered solutions like Salesforce Agentforce is only the first step toward delivering exceptional customer experiences. We specialize in crafting, training, and implementing tailored AI chatbot solutions that enhance engagement, streamline processes, and drive growth, all while seamlessly integrating with your current website or mobile app. As a full-service digital strategy firm, Tectonic excels in integrating advanced tools like Salesforce Agentforce into platforms like WordPress, Drupal, and HubSpot, ensuring your automation strategies are executed with precision. From custom chatbot implementations to comprehensive digital strategy services, our team is dedicated to optimizing your website for engagement and lead generation. Like1 Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 7, 2024in Agentforce Platform, AI Tools, Data, Enterprise, Salesforce, Salesforce Service Cloud
AI All Grown Up
07Oct

AI All Grown Up

If you thought Salesforce had fully embraced AI, think again. The company has much more in store. AI All Grown Up and Salesforce is the educator! Alongside the announcement of the new Agentforce platform, Salesforce has teased plans to offer free premium instructor-led courses and AI certifications throughout 2025, reflecting a bold commitment to fostering AI skills and expertise. We’ve talked quite a bit over the last year about the need for AI education, and lo and behold here comes Salesforce to the rescue! AI All Grown Up Ah, they grow up so fast. Once just a baby cradeled in our arms with endless possibilities and potential. It was just like a year or so ago we heard of ChatGPT. Prior to that most people’s main exposure to artificial intelligence was their smart phones, which today we realize weren’t reall that smart. Generative, predictive and agentic AI have barreled down the pipeline increasing our vocabulary, and understanding, of what artificial intelligence can do. From generative content to sounds and images, AI continued to amaze us. Then predictive AI did our calculations faster than we could have imagined. Then agentic AI did nearly everything imaginable. AI All Grown Up. Like a very proud mentor of the process, I want to talk about Salesforce’s major contribution. Addressing the AI Skills Gap: Salesforce’s $50 Million Investment As the veritable plethora of AI tools rapidly expands, Salesforce is taking proactive steps to address the growing AI skills gap by investing $50 million into workforce upskilling initiatives. The company aims to ensure that businesses and individuals are prepared to utilize their new wave of AI tools effectively. While the full details have yet to be released, Salesforce has revealed that its premium AI courses and certifications will be made available for free via Trailhead by the end of 2025. This could mean certifications such as AI Associate and AI Specialist, which currently cost $75 and $200 respectively, may soon be offered at no cost. Gratis. Free, Salesforce has also mentioned “premium instructor-led training,” sparking speculation that AI-focused, instructor-led Trailhead Academy courses could become accessible to everyone in the Salesforce ecosystem. Expanding AI Education with Global AI Centers Salesforce’s AI upskilling push is part of a broader initiative to establish “AI Centers” across the globe. Following the opening of its first center in London in June, Salesforce is planning to launch additional AI hubs in cities like Chicago, Tokyo, Sydney, and even a pop-up center in San Francisco. These centers will host in-person premium courses and serve as gathering spaces for industry experts, partners, and customers. This initiative benefits not only the Salesforce ecosystem by increasing AI knowledge where expertise is scarce, but also aligns with Salesforce’s strategy of bringing AI-driven solutions to market through new products like Copilot Studio, Data Cloud, and the newly launched Agentforce platform. Agentforce: Salesforce’s Third Wave of AI On August 28, 2024, Salesforce introduced Agentforce, a suite of autonomous AI agents that marks a significant leap in how businesses engage with customers. Described as the “Third Wave of AI,” Agentforce goes beyond traditional chatbots, providing intelligent agents capable of driving customer success with minimal human intervention. What is Agentforce? Agentforce is a comprehensive platform designed for organizations to build, customize, and deploy autonomous AI agents across various business functions, such as customer service, sales, marketing, and commerce. These agents operate independently, accessing data, crafting action plans, and executing tasks without needing constant human oversight. It is like Artificial Intelligence just graduated highschool and is off to a world of new adventures and growth opportunities at college or university! Key Features of Agentforce: The Technology Behind Agentforce At the core of Agentforce is the Atlas Reasoning Engine, a system designed to mimic human reasoning. Here’s how it works: Customization Tools: Agent Builder Agentforce provides tools like Agent Builder, a low-code platform for customizing out-of-the-box agents or creating new ones for specific business needs. With this tool, users can: The Agentforce Partner Network Salesforce’s partner ecosystem plays a key role in Agentforce’s versatility, with contributions from companies like AWS, Google, IBM, and Workday. Together, they’ve developed over 20 agent actions available through the Salesforce AppExchange. As proud parents we watch our Artificial Intelligence child venture into the world making friends along the way. Learning social skills. Benefits and Impact of Agentforce Early Adopters and Success Stories Several companies are already benefiting from Agentforce: Availability and Pricing of Salesforce’s AI All Grown Up Agentforce for Service and Sales will be generally available on October 25, 2024, with some components of the Atlas Reasoning Engine launching in February 2025. Pricing starts at $2 per conversation, with volume discounts available. The Future of AI and Work Salesforce’s ambitious vision is to empower one billion AI agents with Agentforce by the end of 2025. This reflects their belief that the future of work will involve a hybrid workforce, where humans and AI agents collaborate to drive customer success. AI All Grown Up and We Couldn’t Be Prouder Our amazing AI child has graduated college and ventured out into the workforce. Agentforce vs. Einstein Bots: What’s the Difference? Conclusion Agentforce represents a major leap forward in AI-powered customer engagement. By providing autonomous, intelligent agents capable of managing complex tasks, Salesforce is positioning itself at the forefront of AI innovation. As businesses continue to explore ways to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction, Agentforce could redefine how organizations interact with customers and streamline their operations. If this is the Third Wave of AI, what will the fourth wave bring? Written by Tectonic’s Solutions Architect, Shannan Hearne Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. 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October 7, 2024in Agentforce Platform, AI Tools, Data, Google, Mulesoft, Salesforce, Technology
Generative AI and Patient Engagement
07Oct

Generative AI and Patient Engagement

The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant digital transformation, with generative AI and chatbots playing a prominent role in various patient engagement applications. Technologies such as online symptom checkers, appointment scheduling, patient navigation tools, medical search engines, and patient portal messaging are prime examples of how AI is enhancing patient-facing interactions. These advancements aim to alleviate staff workload while improving the overall patient experience, according to industry experts. However, even these patient-centric applications face challenges, such as the risk of generating medical misinformation or biased outcomes. As healthcare professionals explore the potential of generative AI and chatbots, they must also implement safeguards to prevent the spread of false information and mitigate disparities in care. Online Symptom Checkers Online symptom checkers allow patients to input their symptoms and receive a list of potential diagnoses, helping them decide the appropriate level of care, whether it’s urgent care or self-care at home. These tools hold promise for improving patient experiences and operational efficiency, reducing unnecessary healthcare visits. For healthcare providers, they help triage patients, ensuring those who need critical care receive it. However, the effectiveness of online symptom checkers is mixed. A 2022 literature review revealed that diagnostic accuracy ranged between 19% and 37.9%, while triage accuracy was higher, between 48.9% and 90%. Patient reception to these tools has been lukewarm as well, with some expressing dissatisfaction with the COVID-19 symptom checkers during the pandemic, mainly when the tools did not emulate human interaction. Moreover, studies have indicated that these tools might exacerbate health inequities, as users tend to be younger, female, and more digitally literate. To mitigate this, developers must ensure that chatbots can communicate in multiple languages, replicate human interactions, and escalate to human providers when needed. Self-Scheduling and Patient Navigation Generative AI and conversational AI have shown promise in addressing lower-level patient inquiries, such as appointment scheduling and navigation, reducing the strain on healthcare staff. AI-driven scheduling systems help fill gaps in navigation by assisting patients with appointment bookings and answering logistical questions, like parking or directions. A December 2023 review noted that AI-optimized patient scheduling reduces provider time burdens and improves patient satisfaction. However, barriers such as health equity, access to broadband, and patient trust must be addressed to ensure effective implementation. While organizations need to ensure these systems are accessible to all, AI is a valuable tool for managing routine patient requests, freeing staff to focus on more complex issues. Online Medical Research AI tools like ChatGPT are expanding on the “Dr. Google” phenomenon, offering patients a way to search for medical information. Despite initial concerns from clinicians about online medical searches, recent studies show that generative AI tools can provide accurate and understandable information. For instance, ChatGPT accurately answered breast cancer screening questions 88% of the time in one 2023 study and offered adequate colonoscopy preparation information in another. However, patients remain cautious about AI-generated medical advice. A 2023 survey revealed that nearly half of respondents were concerned about potential misinformation, and many were unsure about the sources AI tools use. Addressing these concerns by validating source material and providing supplementary educational resources will be crucial for building patient trust. Patient Portal Messaging and Provider Communication Generative AI is also finding its place in patient portal messaging, where it can generate responses to patient inquiries, helping to alleviate clinician burnout. In a 2024 study, AI-generated responses within a patient portal were often indistinguishable from those written by clinicians, requiring human editing in only 58% of cases. While chatbot-generated messages have been found to be more empathetic than those written by overworked providers, it’s important to ensure AI-generated responses are always reviewed by healthcare professionals to catch any potential errors. In addition to patient engagement, generative AI is being used in clinical decision support and ambient documentation, showcasing its potential to improve healthcare efficiency. However, developers and healthcare organizations must remain vigilant about preventing algorithmic bias and other AI-related risks. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 7, 2024in AI Tools, Generative AI, Google, Google Analytics, Salesforce Development Services, Salesforce Health and Life Sciences Solutions, Salesforce Implementation Services, Salesforce Optimization, Technology
Natural Language Processing Explained
06Oct

Natural Language Processing Explained

What is Natural Language Processing (NLP)? Natural Language Processing (NLP) is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) that enables computers to interpret, analyze, and generate human language. By leveraging machine learning, computational linguistics, and deep learning, NLP helps machines understand written and spoken words, making communication between humans and computers more seamless. I apologize folks. I am feeling like the unicorn who missed the Ark. Tectonic has been providing you with tons of great material on artificial intelligence, but we left out a basic building block. Without further ado, Natural Language Processing Explained. Like a lot of components of AI, we often are using it without knowing we are using it. NLP is widely used in everyday applications such as: How Does NLP Work? Natural Language Processing combines several techniques, including computational linguistics, machine learning, and deep learning. It works by breaking down language into smaller components, analyzing these components, and then drawing conclusions based on patterns. If you have ever read a first grader’s reading primer it is the same thing. Learn a little three letter word. Recognize the meaning of the word. Understand it in the greater context of the sentence. Key NLP preprocessing steps include: Why Is NLP Important? NLP plays a vital role in automating and improving human-computer interactions by enabling systems to interpret, process, and respond to vast amounts of textual and spoken data. By automating tasks like sentiment analysis, content classification, and question answering, NLP boosts efficiency and accuracy across industries. For example: Key Use Cases of NLP in Business NLP Tasks NLP enables machines to handle various language tasks, including: Approaches to NLP Future of NLP NLP is becoming more integral in daily life as technology improves. From customer service chatbots to medical record summarization, NLP continues to evolve, but challenges remain, including improving coherence and reducing biases in machine-generated text. Essentially, NLP transforms the way machines and humans interact, making technology more intuitive and accessible across a range of industries. By Tectonic Solutions Architect – Shannan Hearne Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more

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October 6, 2024in Artificial Intelligence, Data, Google, Technology

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