On April 2, I had the privilege of participating in an energizing C-Suite Forum hosted by the IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) at Shangri-La The Fort in Bonifacio Global City. Themed “Elevate CX: AI-Powered Transformation,” the event brought together trailblazers in the BPM, healthcare, and e-commerce sectors to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping customer experience—and what it means for the future of work and engagement.
AI + Human Intelligence: A New Frontier in CX
One of the central themes we explored was the synergy between artificial and human intelligence. While AI continues to drive unprecedented levels of automation, efficiency, and personalization, its full potential is only realized when paired with human insight, empathy, and judgment. In the context of customer engagement, this synergy is not just beneficial—it’s essential.
AI can analyze millions of customer interactions, identify patterns, and predict needs. But the human element—emotional intelligence, cultural understanding, ethical decision-making—is what builds trust and lasting relationships. The future of CX lies in blending these strengths seamlessly.
Groundbreaking Innovations from Uniphore
We also had the opportunity to hear from Gokul Gopalakrishnan, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Partnerships at Uniphore, who introduced the audience to Uniphore’s Zero Data AI Cloud. This innovative architecture ensures that enterprises can harness the power of AI while maintaining full sovereignty over their data, models, and cloud infrastructure. In a world increasingly focused on privacy, compliance, and control, this approach is both timely and transformative.
Fireside Chat with Industry Leaders
I had the honor of moderating a rich and forward-looking fireside chat with two exceptional leaders:
- Rahul Dewan, Global Head of Process Transformation at IGT Solutions
- JL Botor, Country Head at WorldSource Philippines
Together, we unpacked several pressing topics:
- Why AI is now a “must-have,” not a “nice-to-have,” across sectors
- How regulatory frameworks and ethical guardrails are evolving
- The Philippines’ growing leadership in AI adoption and upskilling
- The transformative role of AI in enhancing personalization, efficiency, and operational agility
Looking Ahead
The insights shared during the session were a clear reminder that technology alone doesn’t drive transformation—people do. As we continue to integrate AI into customer engagement strategies, our collective responsibility is to do so intentionally, ethically, and inclusively.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at the IBPAP forum and contributed to this vibrant discussion. I look forward to continuing these conversations and advancing meaningful innovation in the AI space.
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All photos courtesy of IBPAP’s official Facebook page, from the album IBPAP-Uniphore C-Suite Forum: View Album.
