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28 Aug, 2025
What is Conversational AI? A Beginner’s Guide to Smarter CX

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses are under increasing pressure to deliver seamless and efficient customer experiences (CX). Customers expect quick responses, personalised interactions, and 24/7 availability. This is where Conversational AI comes in. By leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP), Conversational AI enhances customer service, automates interactions, and significantly improves operational efficiency.  This guide will help you understand what Conversational AI is, how it works, and why it is becoming essential for businesses looking to provide...

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23 Jul, 2025
Mike Wardell Appointed Executive Chairman

We are pleased to announce that Mike Wardell, former CEO of Business Systems Ltd, has transitioned to the role of Executive Chairman of both Business Systems and Wordwatch. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for both brands as they continue to strengthen their market-leading positions in customer contact solutions and communications governance and archiving. Mike has been instrumental in shaping the vision, scale and success of Business Systems over the past 18 months. Under his leadership, the company delivered...

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16 Jul, 2025
Unlocking the Power of Conversation: How Interaction Analytics Is Reshaping Contact Centre Workforce Planning 

Contact centres are no longer just cost centres - they're goldmines of actionable insight. And in 2025, forward-thinking customer contact leaders are discovering that the most untapped resource in their operations isn’t in headcount or tech—it’s the conversations they’re already having.  Welcome to the era of interaction analytics.  With the power to transform how you forecast, schedule, coach, and understand your customer needs, interaction analytics is quickly becoming essential to Workforce Engagement Management. From identifying hidden demand drivers to optimising...

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08 Jul, 2025
From Hype to Impact: AI Strategies for Maximum ROI 

AI is revolutionising customer contact - but for many contact centres, the results aren’t matching the promise. Despite a surge in experimentation, too many organisations find themselves in “pilot paralysis”: high on potential, low on return.  Contact centres need to adopt AI, but many are hitting the same wall: inconsistent ROI. Why? Because not all AI adoption strategies are created equal. Understanding where you are in your AI journey, having clarity about your end goal and choosing the right path...

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03 Jun, 2025
Why Workforce Engagement is Key to Retaining Contact Centre Agents

Call of Duty: Why Engaged Agents Stay in Contact Centres  One repeat challenge our consultants see when we partner with new organisations is Agent retention. With increasing customer expectations, hybrid working models, and AI-driven efficiencies reshaping the contact centre industry, there is always an ongoing pressure for organisations to keep agents engaged and motivated in their roles.    High attrition rates continue to plague contact centres, leading to increased recruitment costs, operational disruptions, and a decline in customer service quality.  Retaining...

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15 May, 2025
How OpenAI’s o3 and o4 Mini Models are a major step forward in Conversational AI for Contact Centres 

The release of OpenAI’s latest large language models – o3 and o4 mini – represents a major step forward in the evolution of enterprise-grade AI for customer service. These new models are purpose-built to handle complexity, improve reasoning, and scale automation without compromising control or compliance.  For contact centres looking to enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency through Conversational AI, the impact can be significant. At Business Systems, we help organisations integrate these LLMs to support smarter, more autonomous AI...

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01 Apr, 2025
AI Agents in Contact Centres: Are You Ready for the Future?

The Future of Customer Service is Here  The contact centre industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Rising customer expectations, increasing operational costs, and workforce shortages are putting immense pressure on businesses to deliver seamless customer experiences while maintaining profitability. The companies that embrace AI agents today are the industry leaders of tomorrow - those that delay risk being left behind.  80% of contact centres plan to implement AI for interaction automation within the next two years, highlighting a significant shift...

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10 Feb, 2025
What is Agentic AI and Why Does It Matter to You?

Agentic AI is transforming contact centres by enabling systems to act autonomously, adapt to new situations, and proactively achieve goals - much like a human agent. But how does it differ from traditional automation, and why should contact centre leaders take notice?  What is Agentic AI?  Unlike rule-based automation, Agentic AI makes independent decisions, learns from interactions, and anticipates needs. It personalises experiences at scale, optimises workflows, and proactively resolves customer issues.  How Does Agentic AI Differ from Traditional Automation? ...

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27 Jan, 2025
Engaging silent customers and improving CX with Proactive Conversational AI

This event has now taken place. To access the on-demand recording of this webinar, please click this link. Do you assume your quiet customers are okay? Organisations often misinterpret customer silence as satisfaction, and in doing so accept the significant price of those assumptions. Quiet can mean disengaged, or unsatisfied, leading to churn, cancellations, and increased costs Customer expectations are evolving rapidly – increasingly demanding seamless and personalised interactions. Businesses must proactively keep consumers engaged in conversation and learn what...

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16 Jan, 2025
Is Your Contact Centre Falling Behind? 5 Signs It’s Time to Go Digital-First

As businesses strive to meet evolving customer expectations, the demand for efficient, scalable, and cost-effective solutions in contact centres has never been greater. The recent webinar on "5 Signs Your Contact Centre Should Go Digital First" sheds light on key indicators that your organisation might be ready for a digital-first approach. Here’s a breakdown of the signs and why they matter: 1. Rising Customer Churn Rates Customer churn can be a major red flag for any business. Whether due to...

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10 Dec, 2024
Video: Conversational IVR for Healthcare

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22 Nov, 2024
Beyond the Peaks: Building Resilience for Seasonal Demands in Contact Centres

The Forum / Business Systems – Seasonal Agility Webinar Managing the peaks and troughs of customer demand is all part and parcel of contact centre operations. It’s something contact centre managers and resource planners are adept at handling every day. Yet, when exceptional peaks and demands arise, strategic thinking and careful planning are essential to get it right. Seasonal fluctuations, unexpected surges, and even daily variances can strain resources, impacting both the customer experience and employee well-being. When demand isn't...

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25 Oct, 2024
CX Experts Reveal 5 Future Predictions for Contact Centres

Are you ready to discover how the future of contact centres is evolving? Industry leaders Hamish Cliff (Head of Consultancy, Business Systems Ltd), Barry Webb (Senior Digital Strategist, Business Systems Ltd), and Laura Malinsky (Director of Solution Sales at NICE) recently came together in an insightful webinar to discuss the latest trends in customer experience (CX). From the rise of AI-driven efficiency to the importance of maintaining the human touch, these experts reveal the top five predictions around AI and...

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22 Oct, 2024
Customer Experience Trends Shaping the Future

  The rapid rise of AI is reshaping the way businesses engage with customers, and the customer experience (CX) space is at the forefront of this transformation. Contact centres, traditionally seen as cost centres, are now becoming innovation hubs where AI is helping businesses to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance both customer and employee satisfaction. Here we explore some of the key trends shaping the future of CX, based on insights shared during a recent webinar hosted by Business...

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19 Aug, 2024
Don’t Be the Next Headline: The High Cost of Ignoring Electronic Communications Compliance

The recent $390 million SEC fines levied on 26 interdealer brokers and advisors for widespread record keeping failures serve as a stark reminder of the critical importance of maintaining, storing and preserving electronic communications. The financial industry is under intense scrutiny, and non-compliance leads to crippling penalties. The Growing Risk of Non-Compliance With the increasing reliance on digital communication, regulated financial institutions face a complex challenge in archiving and managing a vast array of electronic communications records. From emails and instant...

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24 Jul, 2024
Assess Your Surveillance Risks

A new benchmarking report has been published by 1LoD, which offers a crucial glimpse into the state of voice surveillance within financial institutions. It’s an interesting survey that incorporates insights from over 30 leading global banks and offers an analysis of current practices that are in place around voice surveillance in financial institutions, as well as looking to what the future may hold.   Let's unpack some of the reports key takeaways:   1. Dissatisfaction with Legacy Technology   Legacy...

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20 Jun, 2024
Supporting Vulnerable Customers | A Guide for Contact Centres

Many people today are facing challenging circumstances as a result of the cost of living crisis. Contact Centres serve as vital lifeline for many, especially vulnerable customers; be it utilities, healthcare, or housing, contact centres are often the first point of contact for those in need. But with great reliance comes great responsibility. How do we ensure that the services provided by agents are not only efficient but also sensitive to the needs of the vulnerable? Business Systems recently hosted a...

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