Episode 52: Virtual Agent and NLU

On this episode of TechBytes we discuss the significance of curiosity in understanding product use and the role of AI in technical writing. Our guest is Katie Ott, Senior Director, Content Operations and Experiences at ServiceNow, and shares her experience as a technical writer and manager, emphasizing the evolution of technical writing from formal to conversational style. She also highlights the value of AI as a tool to enhance efficiency and provide different perspectives. Katie also points out the importance of curiosity in technical organizations for seeking knowledge and gathering information.Guest - Katie Ott, Senior Director, Content Operations and Experiences at ServiceNow Host - Bobby Brill, Senior Multimedia Producer For more information head over to our documentation site. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of TechBytes we talk with three experts in the field of language and linguistics and delve into the importance of linguistics in making AI successful. Our discussion includes Roberto Bacci, Manager, Content Development in ATG, along with Midam Kim and Ryan Dux, both Senior Linguists in ATG here at ServiceNow. We get a quick lesson in linguistics and how it is paramount in achieving the goal of making large language models more human-like and emotionally intelligent for customer interaction, and the application of linguistics in enhancing AI and LLMs at ServiceNow. The team also explores the role of emotion, empathy, friendliness, and trust in AI communication and interaction, highlighting the various challenges and strategies involved. The conversation provides insights into the evolving field of linguistics and its impact on AI technology. Guests - Roberto Bacci, Midam Kim, Ryan Dux Host - Bobby Brill For more information head over to our documentation site. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of TechBytes we discuss the importance of human-centered AI, focusing on the collaboration between technology and humans. Jessa Anderson, manager UX Research at ServiceNow, talks about integrating UX research with generative AI, emphasizing transparency, feedback, and human oversight. We dive into the need to set realistic expectations, guide users on how to interact with AI, and elevate the human experience. Jessa also touches on the nuances of AI usability, the role of personas in UX research, and the significance of transparency in AI interactions. We have some great episodes coming in the next few weeks featuring more discussions on GenAI, UX, and Linguistics with guests including Di Le, Hayley Mortin, Katie Ott, Roberto Bacci, Midam Kim, Ryan Dux, Abhi Roy and more. Guest - Jessa Anderson - Manager, UX Research, AI Experience Research DepartmentEpisode host - Bobby Brill For more information head over to our documentation site. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of TechBytes features a discussion between Di Le, Human Centered & Responsible AI Design Strategist at ServiceNow and Hayley Mortin, Sr. UX Researcher, AI/ML UX Research here at ServiceNow about the impact and evolution of AI, particularly ChatGPT, in various industries. They discuss the widespread adoption, ethical and societal concerns, public dialogue, and the transformative potential of AI in creative and bureaucratic processes. The conversation highlights the emerging roles and diverse skill sets that are gaining importance in the AI industry, along with the need for human oversight in AI decision-making. Guests - Di Le, Human Centered & Responsible AI Design StrategistHayley Mortin, Sr. UX Researcher, AI/ML UX Research Host - Bobby Brill, Senior Multimedia Producer For more information head over to our documentation site. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Product Managers Juliana Beauvais and Narayan Balabascarane tell us how ServiceNow Enterprise Asset Management extends traditional asset management to the enterprise level for all types of assets. This episode covers: What is enterprise asset management? How does Now EAM work? How did Now EAM get started and evolve? How does a company start thinking about enterprise asset management? How does a company get started with Now EAM? Tips for using Now EAM What’s in store for Now EAM down the road? For more information, see: Product documentation: Enterprise Asset Management ServiceNow Community: EAM articles ServiceNow Community: EAM blog ServiceNow Community Webinar: Setting up for success with EAM Your feedback helps us serve you better – please leave us a comment. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Product Manager Sibo Ding tells us how natural language understanding (NLU) capability improves performance and user experience for Virtual Agent, AI Search, and other ServiceNow user interface features. This episode covers: What is NLU? How does ServiceNow use NLU? How does ServiceNow NLU work? How does a company add NLU to its ServiceNow products? What’s in store for ServiceNow NLU in the future? For more information, see: Product documentation: Natural Language Understanding ServiceNow Community: Virtual Agent & NLU Your feedback helps us serve you better – please leave us a comment. Subscribe today! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn RSS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Product Manager Vaisakh Krishnan tells us how the Now ESG Management product helps companies develop, manage and report on their Environmental, Social, and Governance program. This episode covers: What is ESG and why is it important? ESG challenges Using ESG Management to develop an ESG program ESG Command Center Getting started For the future For more information, see: Product documentation: Environmental, Social, and Governance Management Servicenow.com: ESG Management YouTube webinar: Introducing ESG Management YouTube webinar: What’s New in ESG Management Your feedback helps us serve you better – please leave us a comment! Subscribe to iTunesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Portfolio Manager Mary Vanatta talks about the Common Service Data Model (CSDM), which brings all your data together across the entire platform to help your ServiceNow apps work together better, and enables enterprise-wide reporting. This episode covers: What is CSDM? A new way of operating Implementing CSDM Getting started For more information, see: Product documentation: Common Service Data Model CSDM 4.0 White paper Now Create: CSDM Getting Started Workshop Now Create: CSDM Data Modeling Workbook Now Create: CSDM Data Model Examples Community article: 20 Steps to Align to CSDM Your feedback helps us serve you better – please leave us a comment! Subscribe to iTunesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, product manager Caitlin Morse and development lead Justin Hardin talk about Digital Portfolio Management (DPM), a new way to manage your company’s apps and digital services. This episode covers: Overview of DPM Enterprise and personal portfolios KPIs to monitor your apps and services Getting started Scaling up Plans for the future For more information, see: Product documentation: Digital Portfolio Management Video: Digital Portfolio Management overview Digital Services Forum Your feedback helps us serve you better – please leave us a comment! Subscribe to iTunesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, product manager Jina Li and lead engineer Sravani Nuti talk about App Engine Studio, which helps everyone build ServiceNow apps, not just developers. This episode covers:  Overview and history of AES  Getting started with AES  Scaling up  Collaborating to develop apps more effectively  Flexibility in deploying apps  Plans for the future  For more information, see:  Product documentation: App Engine Studio  Community forum  Community blog: Where to start with App Engine Studio ServiceNow Developer Program  Citizen Development Program  Your feedback helps us serve you better – please leave us a comment!  Subscribe to iTunes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.