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WFM and AI: How Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Workforce Planning in the Future

As the business landscape continues to evolve, workforce planning is becoming more complex and dynamic thanks to companies across all industries being tasked with managing increasingly global, diverse, and hybrid workforces.

But while the workforce evolves, the methods required for effective workforce planning are still very much in the ‘traditional’ and ‘manual’ phase.

The fact that methods such as data analysis, basic forecasting, and administrative-heavy processes require the need for constant human input means there is a high danger of human mistakes leading to inefficiencies.  

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Calabrio Continues to Accelerate AI Innovation with Acquisition of Echo AI

Calabrio has announced the acquisition of Echo AI, a generative AI-native conversation intelligence platform. It is the next strategic step in Calabrio’s commitment to providing contact centres with the latest innovative solutions through near-time conversation insights that enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency.
 
Echo AI’s technology analyses every customer conversation across multiple channels, including calls, tickets, surveys and reviews, and delivers insights that drive customer retention, operational efficiency and growth.
 
“With this acquisition, we’re accelerating our effort to provide a seamless integration of human and AI-driven intelligence, empowering agents to improve efficiency and dramatically improve customer interactions,” says Dave Rhodes, CEO at Calabrio.  

Webinar: Ditch the spreadsheets: modernise your front- and back-office planning in partnership with Anaplan

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Increasing channel complexity, staffing shortages, growing cost pressure, and the rapid rise of AI are pushing front- and back-office operations – especially contact centres – to their limits. Yet, 80% of contact centres still rely on spreadsheets to manage all or part of their workforce capacity planning. 
Join us for this webinar to find out how to transform decades-old processes and discover how peer organisations are transforming their front- and back-office workforce planning to: 
 - Overcome channel complexity and manual processes to enhance efficiency and the customer experience 
 - Improve forecast accuracy and minimise over- and understaffing 
 - Boost collaboration with finance and HR to ensure your workforce plans align with your strategic goals and business demands 

Raising Standards 2025

Sustaining a learning and improvement momentum that enhances personal and professional life.

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Partner Article: From Discovery to Delivery: Here’s a Proven Methodology to CX Success at Sabio

Looking to transform your customer experience (CX) but feeling overwhelmed by the options? Well, you’re not alone.

In an era where a single negative interaction can go viral, organisations are scrambling to upgrade their CX capabilities. But here's the thing: successful CX transformation isn't about jumping on the latest tech bandwagon — it's about following a proven roadmap to results. 

For many of our 650+ customers globally, this is where our three-phase methodology has helped global brands turn CX challenges into triumphant successes.

Webinar: How Moneypenny balances workforce autonomy with smart operational planning in partnership with Calabrio

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Moneypenny has transformed the way they manage their workforce - gaining real-time visibility into employee activity while preserving the autonomy that sets their service apart. Rather than being confined to a desk in the way traditional customer service roles are organised, Moneypenny’s team works with greater flexibility, whilst continuing to deliver exceptional service across 20 million calls and chats annually.

Join The Forum’s upcoming webinar, in partnership with Calabrio, to discover how Moneypenny has leveraged Calabrio WFM to move beyond rigid scheduling and outdated availability metrics - ensuring fairness, efficiency, and flexibility across their team.
 

Opening Keynote - Raising Standards

Originally broadcast Monday 24th March 2025, 09:30

The Forum has spent 25 years building a vibrant, future-focused community that embraces change, disrupts complacency, and fuels innovation. As we look ahead to the next 25 years, the challenge isn’t just keeping up—it’s leading the way. Join us on this journey of continuous improvement, where we redefine what’s possible, break through limitations, and shape the future of business excellence.

Membership Panel Discussion

Originally broadcast Monday 24th March 2025, 10:30

Membership – The Value of a Professional Community
Talking with members Anglian Water Services, Aviva UKGI and PTSB and discussing how they get value from being part of a professional community and the items that gives them the most value for their teams, organisation and personally

Technology Showcase: NICE

Originally broadcast Tuesday 25th March 2025 at 13:30

WFM Augmentation 
AI and Robotic assistance are buzz words and topics amongst the industry at the moment. NICE demonstrates how technology is supporting the operation, both from an agent experience viewpoint and an administrative and operational perspective. Practical application and examples of AI in the contact centre

Complaints Handling Keynote

Originally broadcast Tuesday 25th March 2025 at 13:30

Fix it or Face it: Contact Centre Complaints 
Complaints are an unavoidable reality; we can address issues to reduce problems and understand root cause, but we need to excel in managing the inevitable complaints that will arise.

Technology Showcase: Verint

Originally broadcast Wednesday 26th March at 12:30

Moving from AI Experiments to AI Success in the Contact Centre and Beyond
Hear inspiring success stories from Verint customers who have transformed their operations with AI. Learn how they overcame challenges, achieved efficiencies, and delivered exceptional customer experiences. Discover practical steps to move from AI experiments to tangible successes, and gain insights for your own AI initiatives.

Data Governance Panel Discussion

Originally broadcast Wednesday 26th March 2025 at 14:30

One of the biggest challenges with data is accessibility and governance to ensure the right people use the right data. Hear from NHS Business Services Authority and Anglian Water on their data governance journey, bringing to life the challenge and opportunity of Data Governance.

Technology Showcase: Calabrio

Driving the Next Chapter of WEM
Join Calabrio showcasing the latest innovations, enhanced capabilities, and strategic advancements in Calabrio ONE. Discover how their newest features are designed to elevate agent engagement, workforce optimisation, and analytics, helping organisations increase productivity, reduce attrition, and provide better sales and services to customers.

25 Years of Innovation & Transformation Keynote

Originally broadcast Friday 28th March at 09:30

Celebrating 25 years of the Innovation & Transformation Awards, this keynote takes a look back from a finalist and judges perspective. Discussing key industry shifts, from workforce flexibility and real-time analytics to automation and omnichannel experiences. We will also explore what the next 25 years of Raising Standards could look like.

Endnote: Raising Standards

Originally broadcast Friday 28th March 2025 at 13:30

Closing the week with practical tips on how to use learning to drive action and raise standards. 

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