In a speculative scenario set in 2030, China reacts aggressively to Taiwan’s application for UN recognition as an independent state, leading to a full military invasion and attempts to cripple Taiwan’s critical infrastructure. This scenario was the basis for a wargame exercise organized by the US Naval War College, involving technology specialists, infrastructure experts, and hackers to identify and address
In the quest to enhance customer experience (CX), many organizations rely heavily on metrics such as Net Promoter Score (NPS), Customer Satisfaction (CSAT), and Customer Effort Score (CES). While these metrics are valuable tools for gauging customer sentiment, their misapplication can lead to unintended negative consequences. The misuse of CX metrics often ties employee performance evaluations to these scores, creating
The energy sector currently faces myriad challenges, including rising inflation, environmental concerns, and constraints on customer budgets, coupled with increasing customer expectations for support services. For energy companies to thrive in this competitive landscape, they must prioritize customer experience (CX) as a crucial differentiator. Modern energy customers use several channels like phone, email, live chat, and self-service portals to address
Security vulnerabilities in various tunneling protocols are putting millions of network hosts at risk. This recent discovery, made by a team of researchers in collaboration with KU Leuven professor Mathy Vanhoef, has revealed that over 4.2 million hosts, including VPN servers, ISP home routers, core internet routers, mobile network gateways, and CDN nodes, could be exposed to potentially devastating attacks.
As we anticipate the landscape of customer experience (CX) in 2025, the call center industry stands at the threshold of monumental transformation. This transformation will be driven by advances in technology, a heightened focus on personalization, and an unyielding commitment to operational efficiency. Central to this evolution are AI, automation, cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity, all of which are
In today’s competitive market, customer experience (CX) has become a critical determinant of brand success. Companies are increasingly aware that delivering seamless, personalized, and emotionally connected experiences is essential for retaining customer loyalty. However, many businesses struggle to meet these expectations, often due to a disconnect between their self-assessment of their CX efforts and the actual experiences of their customers.
In a highly competitive global marketplace, customer experience (CX) has emerged as a critical factor for business success. As consumer expectations continue to rise, companies must innovate and personalize interactions to maintain customer loyalty and drive financial performance. Research indicates that 73 percent of consumers consider an excellent customer experience crucial for making purchasing decisions. The imperative for businesses now
Imagine a world where the security of critical infrastructure relies not on innovation and resilient design but on outdated systems riddled with vulnerabilities. This is the alarming reality faced by many organizations that oversee operational technology (OT) systems within essential sectors. In response, government agencies from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance and European partners have emphasized the need for a
In today’s digital era, the rapid proliferation of cyber threats has highlighted the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity measures. One of the most significant advancements in this realm has been the improvement of cyber hygiene among users and organizations. Improved cyber hygiene has played a pivotal role in reducing remediation times for cyber threats, allowing for more efficient and effective
In today’s digital landscape, organizations are increasingly turning to various metrics and scoring systems to assess and enhance their cybersecurity measures. These tools, while popular, face scrutiny regarding their accuracy and effectiveness. Companies rely on these metrics to gauge security risks, attempt to measure their security posture, and benchmark against industry peers. However, the subjective nature of these scores and
In a significant stride towards bolstering global cybersecurity, the US Justice Department and the FBI, along with international law enforcement partners, executed a high-stakes mission to eliminate a notorious Chinese state-sponsored malware. This malware, dubbed “PlugX,” was developed by the Mustang Panda and Twill Typhoon hacking groups and had been a persistent threat since its inception in 2014. The detailed
The increasing reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) in contact centers has raised pertinent questions about its impact on customer service, specifically in an era marked by growing customer dissatisfaction. Many customers have voiced their concerns regarding issues such as data security, misinformation, job loss, and the difficulty of reaching a human agent. This controversy continues to spark debate as companies
