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salesforce service assistant
26Feb

Salesforce Service Assistant

Salesforce Service Assistant is an AI-powered tool that helps service representatives resolve cases faster. It’s available on Service Cloud and is designed to save time for agents. How it works Benefits Helps agents resolve cases faster, Saves time for service representatives, Grounded in the organization’s knowledge base and data, and Adheres to company policies. Additional information Alongside agent guidance, the Service Assistant provides two other notable features. The first enables agents to create conversation summaries with “just a click” after using the solution to complete a case. The second allows agents to request that the assistant auto-crafts a new knowledge article when its guidance proved insufficient, based on how they resolved the query. Thanks to this second feature, the Service Assistant may get better with time, aiding agent proficiency, customer satisfaction, and – ultimately – average handling time (AHT). However, despite this capability, Salesforce has pledged to advance the solution further. Indeed, during a recent webinar, Kevin Qi, Associate Product Manager at Salesforce, teased what will come in June. Pointing to Service Cloud’s Summer ‘25 release wave, Qi said: The next phase of Service Assistant involves actionable plans. So, not only will it help guide the service rep, but it’ll also take actions to automate various steps, so it can look up orders, check eligibilities, and more to help speed up the efficiency of tackling that case. Beyond the summer, Salesforce plans to have the Assistant blend modalities, guiding customer conversations across channels to further streamline the interaction. “The Service Assistant will become even more adaptive, support more channels, including messaging and voice, being able to adapt to changes in case context,” concluded Qi. The Latest AI Solutions on Service Cloud Alongside the Service Assistant, Salesforce has released several other AI and Agentforce capabilities, embedded across Service Cloud. Qi picked out the “Freeform Instructions in Service Email Assistant” feature for special reference. “If the agent doesn’t have a template already made for a particular instance, they can type – in natural language – the sort of email they’d want to generate and have Agentforce create that email in the flow of work,” he said. That capability may prove highly beneficial in helping agents piece their thoughts together when resolving a tricky case. After all, they can note some key points – in natural language – and the feature will create a coherent customer response. Alongside this comes a solution to quickly summarize case activity for wrap-up in beta. Yet, most new features focus on improving the knowledge that feeds into AI solutions, like the Service Assistant. For starters, there’s a flow orchestrator in beta that helps contact center leaders build a process for approving new knowledge articles and updates. Additionally, there’s an “Update Knowledge Content with AI” feature. This ingests prompts and – as it says on the tin – updates the tone, style, and length of particular knowledge articles. Last comes the “Knowledge Sync to Data Cloud” tool that pulls contact center knowledge into the Salesforce customer data platform (CDP). Not only does this democratize service insights, but it also supports contact centers in grounding the Service Assistant and other AI agents. Both of these final knowledge capabilities are now generally available. 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 Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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February 26, 2025in Data, Salesforce
My Service Journey is Here
17Feb

Salesforce Service Assistant Now Generally Available

Salesforce Service Assistant Now Generally Available in Service Cloud Salesforce has officially launched Service Assistant in Service Cloud, bringing AI-powered agent guidance to customer service teams. The assistant creates step-by-step action plans to help agents resolve queries efficiently by analyzing intent, case history, and customer context. Previously known as Salesforce Service Planner, the solution entered a pilot phase in October 2024 and is now live just four months later. Enhancing Accuracy with Data Cloud Integration To maximize accuracy, Salesforce recommends integrating Service Assistant with Data Cloud and the contact center knowledge base. This connection enables the assistant to access critical business processes and customer history across service, sales, marketing, and more. Key Features of Service Assistant Beyond real-time agent guidance, Service Assistant introduces two standout capabilities: This continuous learning cycle improves agent proficiency, enhances customer satisfaction, and reduces Average Handling Time (AHT). What’s Next for Service Assistant? Despite these capabilities, Salesforce plans to further enhance Service Assistant. In a recent webinar, Kevin Qi, Associate Product Manager at Salesforce, revealed upcoming enhancements in the Summer ’25 release (June 2025): “The next phase of Service Assistant involves actionable plans. It will not only guide service reps but also automate steps like looking up orders and checking eligibility to speed up case resolution.” Beyond summer, Salesforce aims to make Service Assistant more adaptive, supporting additional channels such as messaging and voice while dynamically adjusting to case context changes. Expanding AI & Agentforce Capabilities in Service Cloud Alongside Service Assistant, Salesforce has introduced several AI and Agentforce capabilities across Service Cloud. Highlighted features include: What’s Coming in the Summer ’25 Release? One of the most anticipated features in June 2025 is Agentforce: Service Actions in Slack. Salesforce already enables case swarming in Slack, allowing agents to collaborate with external teams. Now, this guidance will be automatically recorded in the case summary and converted into knowledge articles for future reference. Other upcoming knowledge management features include: Custom AI with Agentforce Beyond prebuilt AI solutions, Agentforce enables brands to create AI-powered workflows tailored to their needs. Service teams can: By integrating Agentforce with Data Cloud, businesses can connect cross-platform workflows and automate enterprise-wide operations. Content updated March 2025. 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 Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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February 17, 2025in Data, Enterprise, Salesforce, Salesforce Service Cloud
copilots and agentic ai
03Feb

Transforming Industries and Redefining Workflows

The Rise of Agentic AI: Transforming Industries and Redefining Workflows Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving faster than we anticipated. No longer limited to predicting outcomes or generating content, AI systems are now capable of handling complex tasks and making autonomous decisions. This new era—driven by Agentic AI—is set to redefine the workplace and transform industries. From Prediction to Autonomy: The Three Waves of AI To understand where we’re headed, it’s important to see how far AI has come. Arun Parameswaran, SVP & MD of Salesforce India, describes it as a fundamental shift: “What has changed with agents is their ability to handle complex reasoning… and, most importantly, to take action.” Unlike previous AI models that recommend or predict, Agentic AI executes tasks, reshaping customer experiences and operational workflows. Agentic AI in Action: Industry Applications At a recent Mint x Salesforce India deep-dive event on AI, industry leaders explored how Agentic AI is driving transformation across sectors. The panel featured: Here’s how Agentic AI is already making an impact: 1. Revolutionizing Customer Support Traditional chatbots have limited capabilities. Agentic AI, however, understands urgency and context. 2. Accelerating Business Decisions In finance and supply chain management, AI agents analyze vast amounts of data and execute decisions autonomously. 3. Transforming Travel & Aviation Airlines are leveraging AI to optimize booking systems, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency. 4. Automating Wealth Management AI agents in financial services monitor markets, adjust strategies, and offer personalized investment recommendations in real time. The Risks & Responsibilities of Agentic AI With great autonomy comes great responsibility. The potential of Agentic AI is vast—but so are the challenges: The Future of Work: AI as a Partner, Not a Replacement Despite concerns about job displacement, AI is more likely to reshape rather than replace roles. What Are AI Agents? AI agents go beyond traditional models like ChatGPT or Gemini. They are proactive, self-learning systems that: They fall into two categories: “AI agents don’t just wait for commands; they anticipate needs and act,” says Dr. Tomer Simon, Chief Scientist at Microsoft Research Israel. AI Agents in the Workplace: A Shift in Roles AI agents streamline processes, but they don’t eliminate the need for human oversight. Salesforce’s Agentforce is a prime example: “Companies need to integrate AI, not fear it. Those who fail to adopt AI tools risk drowning in tasks AI can handle,” warns Dr. Omri Allouche, Chief Scientist at Gong. The Road Ahead: AI-Driven Business Growth Agentic AI is not about replacing people—it’s about empowering them. As organizations re-evaluate workflows and embrace AI collaboration, the companies that act early will gain a competitive edge in efficiency and innovation. Final Thought The AI revolution is here, and Agentic AI is at its forefront. The key question isn’t whether AI will transform industries—it’s how organizations will adapt and thrive in this new era. 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 Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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February 3, 2025in Agentic AI, AI Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Data, Generative AI, Google, Laws, Salesforce, Technology
Winter 25 Release Developer Enhancements
25Aug

Winter 25 Release Developer Enhancements

Developer Enhancements Salesforce Flow Enhancements Flow Orchestrator Enhancements How to Access and Use Key Salesforce Features View the Automation Lightning App: Manage Steps in an Orchestration Stage: Customize the Flow Orchestration Work Guide Component: Customize SMS One-Time Password Delivery for Experience Cloud Sites: Control Authenticated Callouts Permissions: Improve Data Transmission Speed and Security with TLS 1.3: Enable LWC Stacked Modals: Additional Enhancements: Salesforce Mobile App Enhancements Resolve Sync Issues with Offline Drafts: Access Hyperlinks in Enhanced Reports: Messaging in the Salesforce Mobile App: Seller-Focused Sales Mobile Experience: Stay Informed About Upcoming Releases: Check Out Resources: 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 Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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August 25, 2024in Salesforce Shield
Salesforce Revenue Summer 24 Release Notes
25Apr

Salesforce Revenue Summer 24 Release Notes

Automate and scale your revenue operations with a robust portfolio of Revenue Cloud products. Use Revenue Lifecycle Management to empower your organization’s sales and revenue management processes. Salesforce Billing offers efficient resolutions to all invoice processing issues. Salesforce Revenue Summer 24 Release Notes. 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 Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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April 25, 2024in Salesforce, Salesforce Asset Management, Salesforce CPQ, Salesforce Optimization, Salesforce Revenue Cloud, Salesforce Sales Cloud
End of Support for Workflow Rules and Process Builder
20Mar

End of Support for Workflow Rules and Process Builder

Every month Salesforce announces retirement and sundowning of products and features. For long-time Salesforce power users, this one feels like the end of an era. Salesforce has announced the end of support for Workflow Rules and Process Builder in 2025. Scheduled Paths are a replacement for Scheduled Actions in Process Builder and Time-Based Workflow Rules. And they even have some new and improved features like support for minutes! Flows can now call other sub-flows, a much-longed-for replacement for Process Builder’s ability to call Flows. End of Support for Workflow Rules and Process Builder Salesforce will no longer be supporting Workflow Rules and Process Builder on December 31, 2025, and we recommend that you migrate your automation to Flow Builder by that time. Have you taken advantage of all the powerful features of Flow? Not yet? Have no fear, and go with the Flow! We’ve curated a comprehensive guide of resources to take you from zero to hero on your journey with us to migrate your organization from Workflow Rules and/or Process Builder onto the newer and more powerful engine of Flow! Why move to Flow? What’s happening with Workflow Rules and Process Builder? Salesforce is starting the process of moving away from Workflow Rules and Process Builder, and transitioning to the more feature-rich functionality of Flow. You’re also probably wondering why Salesforce is retiring Workflow Rules and Process Builder. Salesforce wants to focus development on a modern, extensible, low-code automation solution in Flow Builder, which led to retire the previous features. What does this change mean for me?  If you have active Workflow Rules or Process Builder processes running after 2025, they will no longer receive customer support or bug fixes. What action can I take? We recommend implementing a plan to migrate any active rules or processes to Flow Builder before the deadline. Depending on the complexity of your org, this migration may take a significant amount of time and testing, so we recommend starting now. To assist in the migration process, we have a Migrate to Flow tool and extensive support resources available. What happens if I don’t take action? After December 31, 2025, Workflow Rules and Process Builder may continue to function and execute existing automation, but customer support will not be available, and bugs will not be fixed. How do I identify affected users? You can identify whether you have active workflow rules by going to Setup | Process Automation | Workflow Rules and sorting the Active column for checkmarks. You can identify whether you have active Process Builder processes by going to Setup | Process Automation | Process Builder and sorting the Status column for Active. If you have more questions, open a case with support via Salesforce Help. To view all current and past retirements, see Salesforce Product & Feature Retirements. What does the transition to Flows entail? The transition is set to take place in multiple phases. The first phase began with the Winter ’22 release, wherein the ability to create net-new Workflow Rules was turned off. In Summer ‘23 release the ability to create net-new processes in Process Builder will be disabled. In the last phase, Workflow Rules and Process Builder will go away entirely, and any platform automation will be leveraging Flow. This phased approach will allow administrators ample time to transition to Flow with as minimal effort as possible. What changed in the Winter ’22 release? As of Winter ’22, we’ve blocked the creation of Workflow Rules. You can still activate, deactivate, and edit any existing Workflow Rules. To test and create Workflow Rules for use in managed packages, developer orgs still allow you to create Workflow Rules. Process Builder has remained unaffected during this period. For new automation, use Flow. Link to Release Notes What changed in the Summer ’23 release? Starting in Summer ’23, Salesforce began blocking the creation of Process Builder Processes. Much like workflow rules above, you can still activate, deactivate, and edit any existing Processes. For new automation, use Flow. How can existing Workflow Rules & Processes be transitioned to Flow? A tool called “Migrate to Flow” allows you to covert existing Workflow Rules & Processes to Flow in an org, at the click of a button. More information about this tool can be found here. There are a few considerations to keep in mind as we roll out this tool. If your organization relies heavily on existing Workflow Rules or Process Builder, please consider starting the migration process today using the Migrate to Flow tool, rather than when the deadline approaches. This will also allow you to test the migrated Flows in small batches to ensure your organization’s needs are adequately met. How can I get started in Flow? For those with limited exposure to Flows, tinkering in a trailhead playground, demo org, or other non-production org is a great way to explore the capabilities of Flows. Once ready, admins can try creating any new automation needed in their organization in Flows rather than in Process Builder. Trailhead – The best place to start! Build Flows with Flow BuilderRecord-Triggered FlowsAutomate Your Business Processes with Salesforce Flow Automation Home Page – Watch videos, read blog posts, or explore other Trailhead offerings related to Flows. Trailhead Community Topics – Join the discussion!#Flow#Automation What about feature parity between Workflows/Processes and Flows? During the last few releases, many of the biggest parity gaps between Workflow Rules/Process Builder and Flow have been addressed already, including: Additionally, more and more gaps are being addressed with each new release. What about Approval Processes, Email Alerts, and other functionality operating on the workflow engine? There are no plans to retire any of these auxiliary features; however, each of them can be leveraged through flow (or Flow Orchestrator, in the case of approval processes), without the need to use processes or workflow rules at all. Flow Trailhead – Click Here 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

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March 20, 2024in Salesforce
Salesforce Einstein
25Apr

Connect Salesforce to an External API with No Code

Effortlessly establish seamless integration between your Salesforce org and an external API, all without writing a single line of code. Harness the capabilities of declarative tools in conjunction with OpenAPI specifications to define the functionality of the external API. Connect Salesforce to an external API for increased productivity. External Services will autonomously generate invocable actions directly within Salesforce. Whether you prefer low-code, process-driven integrations or aim to enhance your Apex integrations, External Services efficiently handles outbound integrations from Salesforce. Invoke these actions seamlessly from Apex, integrate them into flows, or include them in Einstein bots for smooth interaction with the external API source. Connect Salesforce to an external API to access these benefits. To begin, register OpenAPI 2.0 or OpenAPI 3.0 schemas within External Services. The operations imported from your registered schema effortlessly transform into invocable actions, accessible in Apex or as External Services action types within user-friendly automation tools like Flow Builder, Orchestrator, Einstein bots, or OmniStudio Assets. External Services particularly excels in handling RESTful services hosted externally, especially when the API specification aligns with OpenAPI 2.0 or OpenAPI 3.0 JSON schema formats. Low-code and no-code solutions for Salesforce allow you to build and deploy applications without needing extensive or any coding knowledge. These tools can help to save your business time and money when it comes to software development as well as allow non-technical users to create and customize applications. 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 Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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April 25, 2022in Salesforce
Salesforce Einstein Automate Explained
07Jan

Salesforce Einstein Automate Explained

Introducing Einstein Automate, a comprehensive workflow automation solution by Salesforce, empowering individuals and businesses to boost productivity. With AI-infused bots, flows, and components, the new Flow Orchestrator transforms intricate processes into dynamic, industry-relevant experiences. Moreover, the new MuleSoft Composer for Salesforce enables every member of an organization to seamlessly integrate data from multiple systems into Salesforce, without the need for writing code. Leveraging pre-built resources from AppExchange and OmniStudio further accelerates the implementation of automation initiatives. Recognizing the digital imperative faced by organizations today, Einstein Automate offers automation capabilities tailored for every business function and industry. This solution enables individuals across companies to construct intelligent workflows and integrate data across systems effortlessly, using clicks instead of code. The Flow Orchestrator, a low-code workflow development tool, empowers users to compose workflows automating complex, multi-user processes and approvals. AI-generated next steps and recommendations expedite projects and processes, identifying bottlenecks and streamlining operations. Discover over 700 automation solutions on the new Einstein Automate collection page on Salesforce AppExchange, including solutions for robotic process automation (RPA), Einstein Bots, Flow Templates, Actions and Components, MuleSoft Connectors, Process Libraries, and partner solutions. These pre-built solutions allow organizations to implement automation quickly, without the need to build from scratch. OmniStudio provides businesses with no-code tools and pre-built guided experiences to deliver digital-first and industry-specific experiences to customers across multiple devices and channels. With features like dynamic, guided screen flows and the ability to gather data from any document, image, or legacy system, OmniStudio enhances user experience and boosts productivity. Einstein Next Best Action automatically presents recommendations and flow actions to users, while Einstein Recommendation Builder enables personalized recommendations. With updates across various features like Article Answers, External Services, and Model Sharing, Salesforce continues to enhance the capabilities of its automation tools, ensuring seamless integration and improved efficiency across the platform. Content updated August 2023. 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 Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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January 7, 2021in Einstein 1 Platform, Mulesoft, Salesforce, Salesforce Einstein, Salesforce Implementation Services

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