Proactive AI and the Evolution of Customer Experience in Finance - with Shardul Vikram at SAP

Proactive AI and the Evolution of Customer Experience in Finance - with Shardul Vikram at SAP

Author: Daniel Faggella June 16, 2025 Duration: 23:02

What does it take to build truly intelligent customer experiences at enterprise scale? In this episode of the AI in Business podcast, Shardul Vikram, Chief Product Officer of SAP Application AI, returns to explore the critical role of generative AI in transforming CX across industries. From telecom to healthcare, Shardul breaks down how leading firms are aligning data strategy, automation, and personalization to drive measurable impact in both B2C and B2B environments. Shardul outlines SAP's vision for "intelligent CX" — where AI doesn't just automate tasks but bridges the gap between front-line support and back-office execution. Throughout the episode, he underscores how tools like SAP's CX AI Toolkit and GenAI copilot (Juul) are helping service agents anticipate customer needs, detect anomalies in real-time, and reduce wait times without sacrificing trust or compliance. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/e2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on Emerj's flagship' AI in Business' podcast! If you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, consider leaving us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!


Hosted by Daniel Faggella, the AI in Financial Services Podcast cuts through the hype to explore how artificial intelligence is practically applied in banking, insurance, and investing. This isn't a theoretical discussion; it's a grounded conversation for executives and decision-makers who need to understand where real value lies. Every episode features direct interviews with those on the front lines-leaders from major global financial institutions and founders of pioneering AI companies-to dissect what actually drives return on investment. You'll hear candid stories of successful implementations, honest assessments of setbacks, and strategic insights into building a viable AI roadmap without needing a technical background yourself. The focus remains squarely on actionable intelligence: identifying tangible opportunities, formulating a coherent strategy, and ultimately delivering measurable results. By tuning into this podcast, you gain access to a clear-eyed view of an evolving landscape, learning directly from peers who are navigating the same complex challenges of integrating advanced technology into established financial systems.
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