{"id":17684,"date":"2022-05-04T06:01:50","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T06:01:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/proskillssaudi.com\/?p=17684"},"modified":"2022-05-04T06:01:50","modified_gmt":"2022-05-04T06:01:50","slug":"the-cx-snapshot-april-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/proskillssaudi.com\/fr\/the-cx-snapshot-april-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"The CX Snapshot \u2014 April 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>The CX Snapshot \u2014 April 2022<\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The CX Snapshot offers a roundup of news and insights on the evolving expectations for exceptional customer experiences, along with some of the best strategies to successfully deliver them.<\/p>\n<p><i>Bookmark this page and check back each month for more new tips and resources.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Scroll through new and older content, or jump directly to the highlights from a previous month here:<\/i><em>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#March2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March 2022<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#February2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">February 2022<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#January2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">January 2022<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#December2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">December 2021<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#November2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">November 2021<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#October2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">October 2021<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#September2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">September 2021<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#August2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">August 2021<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#July2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">July 2021<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#June2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">June 2021<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot#May2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">May 2021<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>Oracle Virtual Summit Recap: Deliver remarkable experiences with connected field service<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;At its core, service is driven by people. And when you improve the experience for everyone involved, we all win.&#8221; Wise words from Natalie Anderson, UK sales lead for Oracle and host of our recent virtual summit. A diverse group of industry and Oracle experts weighed in on the power of connected field service to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/connected-field-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">deliver remarkable experiences<\/a>\u2014not just for customers, but for employees too.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-virtual-summit-recap-connected-field-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check out the highlights &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>The digital evolution of field service: Take our self-assessment to see if you&#8217;re on the path to more outcome-centric service<\/h3>\n<p>Pivoting to product-as-a-service and outcome-based service models makes it easier for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">field service<\/a>\u00a0organizations to acquire new customers and grow existing accounts. Score your organization&#8217;s current strategy and find out if you&#8217;re ready to adopt new field service models.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/digital-evolution-field-service-self-assessment-outcome-centric-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Take the assessment &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>WINDTRE to transform from telco to digital service provider<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3_hgkomNY4U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WINDTRE<\/a>\u00a0knew they needed to go beyond being a traditional telecommunications provider and become a digital player that can collaborate with third parties and integrate with the larger ecosystem. CIO Pierre Obeid shares how the company is partnering with Oracle to transform from the leading telco company in Italy to an omnichannel digital service provider.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/windtre-transform-telco-digital-service-provider-with-oracle-digital-experience-communications\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle named a Leader in the Forrester Wave\u2122 for B2B Commerce Solutions, Q2 2022<\/h3>\n<p>With a comprehensive portfolio of easy-to-use site tools,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/ecommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Commerce<\/a>\u00a0empowers business and technical users to own the site experience and create something truly self-service for customers. See why Oracle was named a Leader in the latest Forrester Wave\u2122 for B2B Commerce Solutions.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-named-leader-forrester-wave-b2b-commerce-solutions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>Strengthen your customer experience strategy with these 5 tips<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Customer experience (CX)<\/a>\u00a0is more than how you engage with your customers; it\u2019s also how your customers feel about your brand. Industry leaders and Oracle partners at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.swrve.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Swrve<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/6sense.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6sense<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pathfactory.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PathFactory<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.uberflip.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uberflip<\/a>, et\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/stensul.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stensul<\/a>\u00a0share their tips for creating an effective customer experience strategy that gets customers excited about working with you.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/strengthen-customer-experience-strategy-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>5 ways to keep customer service agents from joining the Great Resignation<\/h3>\n<p>The Great Resignation. The big quit. Both are names for the current phenomenon that\u2019s affecting just about every industry. Employees are resigning in droves because their jobs are negatively impacting their mental and physical health, work\/life balance, and overall happiness\u2014but it\u2019s hitting\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/what-is-customer-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Service Clients<\/a>\u00a0particularly hard. Find out how to best support your service agents and reduce the risk of mass resignations.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/keep-customer-service-agents-from-joining-great-resignation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>7 characteristics of the modern customer<\/h3>\n<p>The rising popularity of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer experience (CX)<\/a>\u00a0is parallel with the rise of consumer\u00a0empowerment. Customers are now in control of when, where, and how they want to interact\u00a0with a brand\u2014and brands don\u2019t have many opportunities to get it right.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Check out seven characteristics of modern customers that affect their perceptions of CX.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/7-characteristics-modern-customer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>What are the 10 rules of CRM success?<\/h3>\n<p>You already know the benefits of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer relationship management<\/a>. Now learn how to successfully implement a CRM solution\u2014and drive even more profitability. Oracle Product Marketing Manager Annie Calfo shares 10 building blocks to focus on to achieve successful CRM implementation and increase ROI.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/rules-crm-success\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Top 5 pieces of advice for cloud migration projects<\/h3>\n<p>At first glance, a cloud migration project can seem like a daunting process, but when organizations are armed with the proper knowledge, fear quickly turns to confidence. In Oracle&#8217;s\u00a0<em><a href=\"http:\/\/partnerperspectives.libsyn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Partner Perspectives<\/a><\/em>\u00a0podcast, we welcome leaders from trusted consulting firms around the world. Hear what they recommend to make the cloud migration journey a smooth and easy one.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/top-advice-for-cloud-migration-projects\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Is subscription selling right for your business?<\/h3>\n<p>There are countless advantages to subscription business models for B2B companies, but simply having a\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/subscription-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscription management<\/a>\u00a0solution doesn&#8217;t guarantee them. Senior Project Strategist Elizabeth Shaheen shares six questions to ask yourself to determine if you\u2019re ready to adopt subscription selling and make the strategic changes to support it.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/subscription-selling-right-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>The most common challenges in customer experience strategy<\/h3>\n<p>A strong\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/#link3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer experience strategy<\/a>\u00a0is the first step to implementing practices that excite and engage your customers. Oracle Content Marketing Specialist Nicola Fairhead explores some of the latest research on CX strategy\u2014and what&#8217;s holding many businesses back.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/issues-with-customer-experience-strategy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Save the date for Oracle CloudWorld \u2014 October 16-20, Las Vegas<\/h3>\n<p>Las Vegas, here we come! Get ready for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cloudworld\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle CloudWorld<\/a>, our new global conference for our customers and partners. Mark your calendar and plan to join us to learn about Oracle cloud infrastructure and cloud applications from the people who build it and the community that uses it.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cloudworld\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>IDC MarketScape names Oracle a Leader in the Worldwide Manufacturing Service Life-Cycle Management Platforms 2022 Vendor Assessment<\/h3>\n<p>For manufacturers, establishing an enterprise strategy that includes service operations in a digital transformation journey has become a priority.\u00a0We\u2019re extremely pleased to announce that Oracle has been named a Leader by IDC MarketScape in their first-ever vendor assessment for Worldwide Manufacturing Service Life-Cycle Management Platforms.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/idc-marketscape-names-oracle-leader-worldwide-manufacturing-service-life-cycle-management-platforms-vendor-assessment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>[Survey] Marketing Trends 2022: Marketers tell all about successes, struggles, and solutions<\/h3>\n<p>Customers demand enjoyable, personalized experiences. If you don&#8217;t deliver, you quickly fall behind the competition. This point became abundantly clear in a recent survey conducted by Ascend2 and Oracle. In &#8220;Marketing Trends 2022: Marketers tell all about successes, struggles, and solutions,&#8221; we surveyed 853 marketers to find out about the trends and technologies that can make campaigns more successful despite the disruptions of the past few years.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the report &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>IDC MarketScape names Oracle a Leader in the Worldwide Customer Data Platforms Focused on Data and Marketing Operations Users 2022 Vendor Assessment<\/h3>\n<p>IDC recently released its MarketScape for Worldwide Customer Data Platforms Focused on Data and Marketing Operations Users 2022 Vendor Assessment, one of the first major analyst reports to examine the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/what-is-cdp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDP<\/a>\u00a0market, and Oracle is proud to have been named a Leader. Explore the power of customer data platforms, how a CDP can support your CX efforts, and why\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plateforme de donn\u00e9es client Oracle Unity<\/a>\u00a0earned a coveted spot in the report.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/idc-marketscape-names-oracle-leader-worldwide-cdp-vendor-assessment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"March2022\"><\/a>March 2022<\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>Workspace with Adaptive Search: A seller&#8217;s one-stop shop for CRM efficiency<\/h3>\n<p>One of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/sellers-roles-have-significantly-changed-time-crm-software-did-too\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">top complaints<\/a>\u00a0sales reps have about their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/sales-force-automation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sales force automation (SFA) solution<\/a>\u00a0is that it takes too long to find what they need in their\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CRM<\/a>. Principal Product Manager Kayleigh Halko shares how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/community.oracle.com\/customerconnect\/discussion\/537960\/workspace-for-fast-and-easy-access-to-cx-sales-and-b2b-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Workspace with Adaptive Search<\/a>\u00a0solves this challenge and helps set sellers up for success.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-workspace-adaptive-search-crm-efficiency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Eliminating customer experience gaps with Oracle Unity Customer Data Platform integrations<\/h3>\n<p>According to Deloitte, on average, companies use more than\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.deloittedigital.com\/us\/en\/offerings\/customer-led-marketing\/advertising--marketing-and-commerce\/hux\/how-to-win-on-customer-experience.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">16 technology applications<\/a>\u00a0for customer data, with an average of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.deloittedigital.com\/us\/en\/offerings\/customer-led-marketing\/advertising--marketing-and-commerce\/hux\/how-to-win-on-customer-experience.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">25 different data<\/a>\u00a0sources for generating customer insights and engagement. Such setups can rarely connect what really matters and help you provide relevant customer experiences. See how Oracle Unity Customer Data Platform helps you create unified customer profiles and take the next best steps in your CX.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/eliminating-customer-experience-gaps-with-oracle-unity-customer-data-platform-integrations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle helps field service teams deliver consistent and efficient service with new Workflow Manager<\/h3>\n<p>A generational shift is taking place across many industries, resulting in the most tenured\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/what-is-field-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">field service<\/a>\u00a0team members retiring or leaving the field. And services are generally becoming increasingly more complex. To help our customers overcome these challenges and deliver high-quality service, we&#8217;ve introduced a new\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Field Service\u00a0<\/a>feature,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/workflow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Workflow Manager<\/a>.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-helps-field-service-teams-deliver-consistent-efficient-service-new-workflow-manager\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How clean is your sales and marketing data?<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/solutions\/digital-selling-research\/?source=:ow:o:bl:mt:::RC_WWMK201001P00059:Cxblogtext&amp;intcmp=:ow:o:bl:mt:::RC_WWMK201001P00059:Cxblogtext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">85% of sellers<\/a>\u00a0admit to making potentially embarrassing mistakes due to faulty CRM data. Is unreliable data impacting your sales and marketing teams? Verify the quality of your data with a complimentary data health scan.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-clean-is-your-sales-and-marketing-data\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>What is the CPQ process?<\/h3>\n<p>Businesses implement a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/cpq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPQ solution<\/a>\u00a0to increase sales productivity and improve the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/improve-customer-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>. To better understand how CPQ works within digital and in-person sales experiences, Senior Product Marketing Manager Reanna Gutierrez breaks down the three main components of the CPQ process.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/what-is-the-cpq-process\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>What are the types of subscription models in B2B?<\/h3>\n<p>B2B subscription models offer convenience and predictability that\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/subscription-management\/what-is-subscription-management\/#link13\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">benefit companies and their customers alike<\/a>.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/customers\/edmunds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Edmunds<\/a>, the leading online resource for auto information, cut subscription processing time from days to hours using\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/subscription-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Subscription Management<\/a>, increasing both subscriptions and revenue in the process. Senior Product Strategist Elizabeth Shaheen explores the various types of subscription products and services and how they could benefit your business.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/b2b-subscription-models\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Employees are the new customer: Why fusing the employee and customer experience is essential<\/h3>\n<p>In many cases, consumer-focused applications are more attuned to our preferences, needs, and habits than those we use day-to-day for our jobs. But what if businesses approached the employee experience in the same way? Director of CX Industry Strategy Harald Behnke explores how you can elevate your employee experience and start treating your team more like your customers.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/fusing-employee-customer-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>Digital-first customer service: Exploring the power of predictive service<\/h3>\n<p>By reaching out when a customer needs help (or even before),\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/what-is-customer-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Service Clients<\/a>\u00a0organizations can resolve issues more quickly and ultimately offer much better customer experiences. See how Oracle can help you facilitate predictive service and strengthen the overall experiences you provide.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/digital-first-customer-service-exploring-the-power-of-predictive-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Often Imitated Podcast: Making customer education an art with Ben Kovalis, Co-founder and CMO, Art AI<\/h3>\n<p>Providing the right information at the right time is a must for great CX. In this episode of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Often Imitated, a CX\u00a0podcast<\/a>, host Ben Wilson explores the concept of customer education\u2014first through the story of trailblazing aviator Jacqueline Cochran and then in a discussion with\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.artaigallery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Art AI<\/a>\u00a0Co-founder and CMO Ben Kovalis.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/often-imitated-podcast-making-customer-education-art-ben-kovalis-art-ai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Listen to the episode &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How guided self-service saved the day<\/h3>\n<p>A dead battery is never a good thing. It can leave you stranded, make you miss an appointment, or generally just ruin your day. Find out how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/a\/ocom\/docs\/spark-series-making-sense-of-guided-self-service.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guided self-service<\/a>\u00a0turned an everyday frustration into a customer experience win.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-guided-self-service-saved-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Customer relationship management (CRM) definitions from the pros<\/h3>\n<p>There&#8217;s so much more to a customer relationship management strategy than just software. We asked industry leaders from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.litmus.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Litmus,<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/hub.uberflip.com\/newsroom\/uberflip-named-a-wordpress-vip-technology-partner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uberflip,<\/a>\u00a0et\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/6sense.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6sense<\/a>\u00a0to explain what customer relationship management means to them and how they implement it across their businesses. See what they had to say.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/crm-customer-relationship-management-definitions-according-to-pros\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Black women leaders in adtech: How lack of representation impacts the advertising industry<\/h3>\n<p>As we look back on Black History Month and Women\u2019s History Month, it\u2019s important to examine the disparities in the tech and corporate landscape and work to ensure that all people are represented and equally heard. Oracle Content Marketing Specialist Autumn Black sat down with two amazing leaders to discuss their career experiences and why diversity is important in the advertising industry.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/black-women-leaders-adtech\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>What kinds of businesses can benefit from CPQ?<\/h3>\n<p>Implementing a CPQ tool can help businesses automate sales processes, communicate and share data across teams, and provide more prompt, personalized quotes to customers. This post examines the types of businesses and products that benefit most from CPQ software\u2014and the value of implementing a CPQ solution.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/what-businesses-benefit-from-cpq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How sales force automation creates a better customer experience than traditional CRM<\/h3>\n<p>Sales leaders today are asking an important question: What technology is more effective for empowering sales teams\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/sales-force-automation\/what-is-sfa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sales force automation (SFA)<\/a>\u00a0ou alors\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer relationship management (CRM)<\/a>? Many are surprised to learn that SFA and CRMs are deeply related. Here&#8217;s a closer look at what you need to know.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-sales-force-automation-creates-better-customer-experience-than-traditional-crm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Save the date for Oracle CloudWorld \u2014 October 16-20, Las Vegas<\/h3>\n<p>Las Vegas, here we come! Get ready for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cloudworld\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle CloudWorld<\/a>, our new global conference for our customers and partners. Mark your calendar and plan to join us to learn about Oracle cloud infrastructure and cloud applications from the people who build it and the community that uses it.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cloudworld\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle ranks first in the 2022 Ventana Research Value Index for Revenue Performance Management<\/h3>\n<p>As an evolution of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-ranks-1-in-2019-ventana-research-value-index-for-sales-performance-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ventana Research Value Index for Sales Performance Management<\/a>, Oracle is thrilled to be named an Exemplary Vendor, ranking first overall in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/sales-performance-management\/ventana-value-index\/?source=:ow:o:bl:po:::RC_WWMK220307P00022:Cxblogtext&amp;intcmp=:ow:o:bl:po:::RC_WWMK220307P00022:Cxblogtext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2022 Ventana Research Value Index for Revenue Performance Management (RPM)<\/a>. We&#8217;re excited to again be recognized for our unified suite of applications and commitment to revenue operations technology.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-ventana-research-value-index-leader-revenue-performance-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Marvel taps Oracle CrowdTwist to keep fan base engaged and energized<\/h3>\n<p>Marvel wants to keep fans engaged with their favorite characters and help them explore parts of the Marvel Universe they don&#8217;t already know\u2014and they&#8217;ve partnered with Oracle to do it. See why the Marvel Insider loyalty program, which runs on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/customer-loyalty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fid\u00e9lisation et engagement d&#039;Oracle CrowdTwist<\/a>, recently earned a spot in\u00a0<em>Newsweek<\/em>&#8216;s list of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/americas-best-loyalty-programs-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">America&#8217;s Best Loyalty Programs<\/a>\u00a0for 2021.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/sponsored\/marvel-taps-oracle-crowdtwist-keep-fan-base-engaged-energized\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the article &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"February2022\"><\/a>February 2022<\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>7 benefits of guided workflows for today&#8217;s field service organizations<\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s no secret that\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/what-is-field-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">field service<\/a>\u00a0organizations are dealing with significant shifts in their mobile workforce. Thanks to a wave of retirements and a high rate of turnover, it can be difficult to deliver consistent service. Oracle Senior Product Marketing Manager Rick Shimko shares how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/workflow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guided workflows<\/a>\u00a0can help field service teams overcome such disruptions.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/guided-workflow-benefits-for-field-service-organizations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How Oracle and our partners can help you deliver customer service that meets the moment<\/h3>\n<p>Selon\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/business-functions\/mckinsey-digital\/our-insights\/the-covid-19-recovery-will-be-digital-a-plan-for-the-first-90-days#:~:text=Fully%2075%20percent%20of%20people,return%20to%20%E2%80%9Cnormal.%E2%80%9D%201\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">McKinsey<\/a>, \u201c75% of people using digital channels for the first time during the pandemic indicated that they would continue to use them when things returned to \u2018normal.\u2019\u201d So, it\u2019s more important than ever to equip service teams with the right tools and customer insights to deliver proactive, personalized, and contextual interactions anywhere at any time.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-and-partners-deliver-customer-service-meets-moment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: The power of contextual intelligence to deliver positive campaign outcomes<\/h3>\n<p>See how the finalists for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ht7zC0fDj2M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Convergence Award for Best Agency Collaboration to Drive Better Outcomes for Client Campaigns<\/a>, a new\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Markie Award<\/a>\u00a0that recognizes partnerships between\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/advertising\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising<\/a>\u00a0and agencies or adtech partners who excelled at innovation, used data from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/advertising\/contextual-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Contextual Intelligence<\/a>\u00a0in a collaborative way to drive impactful campaign outcomes for their clients.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-markies-mondays-power-of-contextual-intelligence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>5 customer service software solutions that can improve customer loyalty and satisfaction<\/h3>\n<p>Having the right\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/what-is-customer-service\/software-call-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer service software<\/a>\u00a0is key to delivering an exceptional\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer experience (CX)<\/a>\u00a0that creates repeat customers. Ultimately, there&#8217;s no one-size-fits-all solution, but there are several essential\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/what-is-customer-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Service Clients<\/a>\u00a0capabilities that will not only help deliver great service, but also upsell existing clients, effectively nurture leads, and drive customer loyalty and satisfaction.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Here are five to look out for.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/customer-service-software-improves-customer-loyalty-and-satisfaction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>The future of customer service is digital-first service<\/h3>\n<p>These days, businesses compete on experiences. It\u2019s what differentiates them from their competitors, and long-term survival depends on being able to stand out from the crowd. Oracle Director of Product Strategy Daniel Foppen shares Oracle&#8217;s vision for the future of customer service and how we help our customers differentiate themselves from the competition.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/future-of-customer-service-is-digital-first-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Sellers&#8217; roles have significantly changed\u2014it&#8217;s time their CRM software did too<\/h3>\n<p>According to our recent survey of sales professionals, eight in ten sellers feel their roles have\u00a0<em>significantly changed<\/em>\u00a0since the beginning of the pandemic. Learn how sellers feel about their changing role, their collaboration with marketers, and the tools and technologies they use\u2014or would like to use\u2014to make their jobs easier.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/sellers-roles-have-significantly-changed-time-crm-software-did-too\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Often Imitated Podcast: The Art of Anticipating Needs with Ali Diab, CEO at Collective Health<\/h3>\n<p>How do you truly anticipate your customers&#8217; needs? In this episode of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Often Imitated, a CX\u00a0podcast<\/a>, host Ian Faison explores that elusive artform with a fascinating story of auto industry legend Lee Iaccocca and an eye-opening interview with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/collectivehealth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Collective Health<\/a>\u00a0co-founder and CEO Ali Diab.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/often-imitated-podcast-anticipating-needs-ali-diab-collective-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Listen to the episode &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Sales in 2022: Securing future sales success with revenue optimization<\/h3>\n<p>Following the disorientation of the last two years and the dramatic changes in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/reimagining-customer-experience-how-b2b-sellers-can-meet-new-buyer-demands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how people and businesses buy<\/a>, how can companies confidently carve their path for success going forward? Oracle Product Strategist Heather Sieberg sat down with Chief Revenue Officer Mollie Spillman to discuss today&#8217;s sales-based challenges and how to drive revenue growth in 2022.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/securing-future-sales-success-with-revenue-optimization\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>New definitions of customer experience for 2022<\/h3>\n<p>Investing in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/improve-customer-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">better customer experience<\/a>\u00a0helps drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction, yet a generally accepted definition of the concept remains elusive. We reached out to a handful of industry experts to hear their definitions, including what CX represents and the value it brings. See what expertise they had to share.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/15-definitions-of-customer-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>4 keys to designing a great customer experience<\/h3>\n<p>Over the past two years, the rulebook for what makes a good customer experience has been forever altered, pushing brands to evaluate and modernize their approach to engendering brand loyalty, as well as connecting with customers and employees in a more meaningful way.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ansira.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ansira<\/a>\u00a0Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships Dan Miller offers insight on how to create the ideal customer experience with a few essential techniques.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-to-design-great-customer-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) has its own unique glossary of terms<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/cpq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPQ software<\/a>\u00a0helps businesses create ideal product and service configurations and build quotes that are accurate and personalized to the buyer\u2019s needs\u2014while maximizing profit, too. Not only can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/3-ways-cpq-drives-peak-sales-performance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPQ help your sales team<\/a>\u00a0be more efficient and effective, but it can also lead to a better customer experience. Here are a few common terms you&#8217;ll come across as you consider CPQ solutions.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/configure-price-quote-cpq-glossary-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"ext-gen84\">Black History Month 2022: Celebrating Black trailblazers in technology, marketing, CX, and beyond<\/h3>\n<p>In honor of Black History Month in North America, our team at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and CX<\/a>\u00a0took time to honor Black leaders who have transformed advertising, marketing, CX, and tech for the better. Read more about the incredible drive, talent, and creativity these incredible leaders bring to their fields.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/black-history-month-celebrating-black-trailblazers-technology-marketing-customer-experience-beyond\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>The benefits of putting your CRM system on autopilot<\/h3>\n<p>B2B selling, particularly at the enterprise level, is more competitive and challenging than ever before. Thomas Wyatt, chief product and strategy officer at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/people.ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">People.ai<\/a>, shares three advantages to using artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to consolidate and analyze data and surface opportunities so sellers can focus their time and energy on selling.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/benefits-of-putting-your-crm-on-autopilot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Oracle and Red Bull Racing launch a new chapter of innovation in Formula One<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle and Red Bull Racing have enhanced their partnership and introduced a new team name,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/redbullracing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Red Bull Racing<\/a>, for the upcoming season. Building on the success of last year&#8217;s F1 Drivers&#8217; Championship, the team&#8217;s 2022 season will feature expanded use of Oracle Cloud across its most significant areas of operation, including analytics-based race strategy, optimized engine development, AI and machine learning-powered driver training, and a tailored fan experience.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/announcement\/oracle-and-red-bull-racing-launch-a-new-chapter-of-innovation-in-formula-one-2022-02-09\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the press release &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Forrester names Oracle Unity Customer Data Platform a Strong Performer in CDPs<\/h3>\n<p>With four decades of experience as a data company, Oracle understands the importance of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/what-is-cdp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer data platform (CDP)<\/a>\u00a0in helping professionals who work with customer data find success. We\u2019re pleased to share that Forrester rated\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plateforme de donn\u00e9es client Oracle Unity<\/a>\u00a0as a Strong Performer in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/b2b-cdp-wave\/?source=:ow:o:bl:po:::RC_WWMK211202P00044:Cxblogtext&amp;intcmp=:ow:o:bl:po:::RC_WWMK211202P00044:Cxblogtext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Forrester New Wave\u2122: B2B Standalone CDPs, Q4 2021<\/a>.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/forrester-names-oracle-unity-customer-data-platform-strong-performer-cdp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle&#8217;s multi-year commitment to the National Museum of African American History and Culture<\/h3>\n<p>Opening in 2016 as the Smithsonian Institution&#8217;s 19th museum, the National Museum of African American Heritage and Culture stands as the United States&#8217; most extensive cultural institution. As a Corporate Leadership Council member, Oracle is invested in furthering the museum&#8217;s mission of sharing how the African American experience helped to shape the nation.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/diversity-inclusion\/post\/oracle-multi-year-commitment-national-museum-african-american-history-culture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Sleep Number turns its loyal customers into brand advocates<\/h3>\n<p>Sleep Number wants to help customers get the most from their beds and uses their loyalty program to help them do so. See why Sleep Number&#8217;s InnerCircle Rewards program, which runs on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/customer-loyalty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fid\u00e9lisation et engagement d&#039;Oracle CrowdTwist<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/campaign-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Responsys Campaign Management<\/a>, et\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/digital-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Intelligence comportementale d&#039;Oracle Infinity<\/a>, recently earned a spot in\u00a0<em>Newsweek<\/em>&#8216;s list of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/americas-best-loyalty-programs-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">America&#8217;s Best Loyalty Programs<\/a>\u00a0for 2021.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/sponsored\/sleep-number-turns-its-loyal-customers-brand-advocates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the article &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"January2022\"><\/a>January 2022<\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>How to simplify the increasing complexity of field service management<\/h3>\n<p>With a rapidly declining labor force and more technical knowledge needed to perform\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/what-is-field-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">field service<\/a>\u00a0jobs today, innovative new technologies can empower field service teams to resolve increasingly complex issues. Oracle Senior Manager of Product Management for Oracle Service John Ranalli shares how such technologies can help simplify field service processes and set technicians up for success.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/simplify-increasing-complexity-field-service-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>6 myths about configure, price, quote (CPQ) debunked<\/h3>\n<p>Le\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/cpq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ)<\/a>\u00a0ecosystem has exploded in recent years, and with that growth, so has the noise and misinformation. Oracle Senior Principal Product Manager Graham McInnes helps debunk some of the myths and get straight to the truth.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/6-myths-about-configure-price-quote-debunked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How fusing back- and front-office experiences can benefit your business<\/h3>\n<p>See why so many companies today are moving toward platform-based, technology-driven business models that fuse the traditionally separate areas of ERP, SCM, HCM, and CX to provide better experiences for employees and customers alike.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-fusing-back-and-front-office-experiences-can-benefit-your-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle&#8217;s estimated compensation feature is a win-win for your sellers and your business<\/h3>\n<p>For salespeople, planning for the unexpected means having a sure-fire way to track earnings related to commissions. Find out how Oracle&#8217;s estimated compensation feature, now available as part of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/sales-performance-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Sales Performance Management<\/a>, can empower sales reps to do their best work without worrying about their earnings for each prospective deal.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-estimated-compensation-win-win-for-sellers-and-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle&#8217;s year in review: Helping customers turn change into opportunity<\/h3>\n<p>In the midst of turbulence last year, many organizations looked to a new generation of modern cloud enterprise applications to build greater operational resilience and adaptability. See how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Cloud Applications<\/a>\u00a0helped businesses innovate and accelerate their digital transformation.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-year-in-review-helping-customers-turn-change-into-opportunity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>Adweek Outlook Keynote: 4 keys to success from Oracle GVP Celika Caldwell<\/h3>\n<p>To say Celika Caldwell, Oracle GVP of Customer Experience Management for\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/oracle.com\/cx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and CX,\u00a0<\/a>knows\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>\u00a0is an understatement. Check out the essential CX strategies she shared at Adweek Outlook 2022.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/adweek-outlook-keynote-cx-success-celika-caldwell\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Top 5 customer experience (CX) quotes of 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Experts agree that good\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>\u00a0is a competitive advantage. It helps you drive revenue, keep the customers you have, and create brand loyalty. As we look back at 2021, here are some inspiring, thought-provoking CX quotes from industry leaders.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/top-customer-experience-cx-quotes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>IoT at work in the healthcare industry<\/h3>\n<p>Le\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/internet-of-things\/what-is-iot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Internet of Things (IOT)<\/a>\u00a0makes it possible for fitness bands, smart watches, and other wearable devices to track blood pressure, heart rate, calorie intake, and more. But its reach extends far beyond personal wearable devices. IoT is now helping physicians make real-time decisions and hospitals and health clinics provide the best patient care possible. Explore how IoT is transforming\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/industry\/healthcare\/care-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">healthcare<\/a>\u00a0experiences for physicians, patients, and hospitals.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/iot-at-work-healthcare-industry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>4 customer experience elements that are musts for your strategy<\/h3>\n<p>An exceptional\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>\u00a0doesn\u2019t happen at once. Customer experiences need to be continually evaluated and adapted to provide an exceptional buyer journey. Here are four key elements of a successful customer experience strategy to help you fine-tune customer engagement at each level.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/4-elements-of-a-successful-customer-experience-strategy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Making your CX go viral<\/h3>\n<p>How do you get your products in the hands of the right people to get noticed?\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/captiv8.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Captiv8<\/a>\u00a0Co-founder and CEO Krishna Subramanian has the answers. In this episode of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Often Imitated, a CX\u00a0podcast<\/a>, Krishna shares how to get the right influencers connected to your brand and give your customers an aspirational\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>\u00a0because of it.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/podcasts\/making-your-cx-go-viral\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Listen to the episode &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"ext-gen84\">How to map your customer journey and get results<\/h3>\n<p>The customer journey is always changing. Mapping out customer touchpoints is the best way to align strategy in order to achieve your objectives. Oracle Senior Solution Engineering Manager Ryan Patin and Senior Strategist Ana Jablonski share what to consider when journey mapping, current innovations and trends, and common mistakes to avoid.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/map-your-customer-journey-get-results\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle partners predict what 2022 will bring for the world of CX<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oracle.com\/cx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and CX<\/a>\u00a0leverages a diverse community of software and integration partners and industry leaders in the CX space. Discover what some of our key\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cloudmarketplace.oracle.com\/marketplace\/en_US\/homeLinkPage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">partners<\/a>\u00a0expect to see in 2022.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-partners-cx-predictions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Oracle opens first cloud region in Africa<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle recently announced the availability of its first cloud region in Africa to meet the rapidly growing demand for enterprise cloud services on the continent. The Oracle Cloud Johannesburg Region will boost cloud adoption across Africa while also helping businesses achieve better performance and drive continuous innovation. The opening marks Oracle\u2019s 37th cloud region worldwide with plans to have at least 44 cloud regions by the end of 2022.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/announcement\/oracle-cloud-johannesburg-region-2022-01-19\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the press release &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle Unity Customer Data Platform named a Strong Performer in the Forrester New Wave\u2122: B2B Standalone CDPs, Q4 2021 evaluation<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle is pleased to be rated a Strong Performer in The Forrester New Wave\u2122: B2B Standalone CDPs, Q4 2021 evaluation, and to be among the companies Forrester considers the 14 most significant providers in the B2B standalone customer data platform space.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/b2b-cdp-wave\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the report &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: Using contextual intelligence to target customers in the moments that matter<\/h3>\n<p>Modern advertising and marketing pros use data to deliver meaningful, relevant experiences at the right moment. See how the finalists for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=T4moCUsk2Ps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Context Award for Best Application of Positive Contextual Targeting<\/a>, one of our prestigious annual\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Markie Awards<\/a>, generated a splash by leveraging\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/advertising\/contextual-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contextual intelligence technology<\/a>\u00a0to target trending moments.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-using-contextual-intelligence-to-target-customers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"December2021\"><\/a>December 2021<\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: Bridging the gap between marketing and sales with effective lead management<\/h3>\n<p>The buyer\u2019s funnel can be quite a maze, but some organizations have made it easy to pull leads all the way through. The finalists of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ncg97UOC1_o\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cultivator Award for Best Lead Management Program<\/a>, one of Oracle&#8217;s 15th annual\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Markie awards<\/a>, crafted unique solutions for turning leads into revenue by deepening the relationship between their marketing and sales teams.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-bridging-gap-between-marketing-and-sales-with-lead-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle sales team sees tremendous success with Oracle CX Sales Mobile<\/h3>\n<p>We were excited to offer one of our latest innovations to the Oracle sales team to help them stay connected and be even more productive in this ever-changing environment. Oracle Product Manager Mary Correnti shares what all it can do for your team.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-sales-team-sees-tremendous-success-with-oracle-cx-sales-mobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Help sellers get back to selling: Take our self-assessment to evaluate your path toward sales success<\/h3>\n<p>With the right tools, sellers can spend less time entering data and more time focused on selling. Use our brief self-assessment to score your organization\u2019s current sales strategy.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/help-sellers-get-back-to-selling-self-assessment-evaluate-sales-success\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Take the assessment &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>3 ways Oracle Red Bull Racing crafts the ultimate customer experience<\/h3>\n<p>What&#8217;s the ultimate customer experience for today&#8217;s sports fans?\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/redbullracing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Red Bull Racing<\/a>\u00a0has teamed up with\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/oracle.com\/cx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and CX<\/a>\u00a0to deliver unrivaled experiences that keep fans at the heart of the action. \u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/red-bull-racing-honda-crafts-the-ultimate-customer-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>5 ways to measure success with your CPQ tool<\/h3>\n<p>UN\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/cpq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">configure, price, quote (CPQ) tool<\/a>\u00a0can help your sales organization operate more efficiently, minimize errors, and reduce costs. Learn the top five KPIs you should know to track and optimize the performance of your CPQ tool.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/measure-success-with-your-cpq-tool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: Convert transactional customers into brand loyalists with ecommerce excellence<\/h3>\n<p>Today, it\u2019s all about creating commerce experiences that give buyers more\u2014powerhouse content, personalized recommendations, and websites tailored to their needs. See how the finalists for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=canLPUZLM-M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Convert Award for Best Commerce Experience<\/a>, our longest running and most competitive\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Markie award<\/a>, are taking personalization and content to the next level.<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-convert-customers-into-brand-loyalists-with-ecommerce-excellence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>People love new food ordering and pick-up tech, but it&#8217;s making them impatient<\/h3>\n<p>As restaurants look ahead to 2022, an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/industries\/food-beverage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Food and Beverage<\/a>\u00a0survey conducted by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.untoldinsights.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Untold Insights<\/a>\u00a0shows consumers expect service that is personal, super-fast and data-led. See how more than 5,700 global consumers responded about everything from curbside pick-up and sustainability to ordering and payment options.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/announcement\/people-love-new-food-ordering-and-pick-up-tech-2021-12-14\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the report &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Giving your customers their lightbulb moment<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s a lot of lore surrounding the invention of the lightbulb. But regardless of who\u2019s side of history you\u2019re on, Edison\u2019s contribution to bringing electricity to the masses is unmatched. In this episode of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Often Imitated, a CX\u00a0podcast<\/a>, boodleAI CEO and co-founder Shawn Olds reveals how usage-based pricing can revolutionize your entire\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/podcasts\/giving-your-customers-their-lightbulb-moment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Listen to the episode &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Stay cool (or warm) at your IoT-connected home or business<\/h3>\n<p>Le\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/internet-of-things\/what-is-iot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Internet of Things (IoT)<\/a>\u00a0is bringing new and exciting opportunities to the HVAC industry, providing embedded intelligence and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/iot-connected-asset-monitoring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">connectivity<\/a>\u00a0that enables users to make better use of their assets-saving energy. See how IoT systems are conserving energy, reducing costs, and providing the greatest comfort possible.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/stay-cool-or-warm-at-your-iot-connected-home-or-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How to drive consistency with your cross-channel marketing for the best customer experience<\/h3>\n<p>The average consumer sees thousands of ads in a single day. How can you break through the noise?\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.litmus.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Litmus<\/a>\u00a0VP of Marketing Cynthia Price shares a few tips for doing just that with clear, consistent,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/cross-channel-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cross-channel marketing<\/a>.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/drive-consistency-with-cross-channel-marketing-for-best-customer-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: 5 software innovators that help companies achieve great CX<\/h3>\n<p>The annual\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/NPeNvxkoyVg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visionary Award for CX ISV Partner of the Year<\/a>\u00a0celebrates independent software vendors that develop the most innovative application or technology to complement\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and CX<\/a>\u00a0and transform the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>. See how five ISVs partnered with Oracle to offer exceptional solutions that help companies deliver the high-quality customer experiences today\u2019s customers have come to expect.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-software-innovators-help-companies-achieve-great-cx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Oracle Red Bull Racing Rewards Fan Loyalty<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/redbullracing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Red Bull Racing<\/a>\u00a0may be heading into the off-season, but they&#8217;re not slowing down\u2014especially when it comes to customer engagement and loyalty. See why\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redbull.com\/int-en\/redbullracing\/projects\/loyalty-programme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Oracle Red Bull Racing Paddock<\/a>, powered by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/customer-loyalty\/\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fid\u00e9lisation et engagement d&#039;Oracle CrowdTwist<\/a>, in conjunction with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/campaign-management\/\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Oracle Responsys Campaign Management<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Plateforme de donn\u00e9es client Oracle Unity<\/a>, and other\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Oracle Marketing<\/a>\u00a0solutions, recently earned a spot in\u00a0<em>Newsweek<\/em>&#8216;s list of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/americas-best-loyalty-programs-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">America&#8217;s Best Loyalty Programs<\/a>\u00a0for 2021.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/sponsored\/red-bull-racing-honda-rewards-fan-loyalty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the article &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>There&#8217;s still time to take the Oracle Virtual Road Trip 2021<\/h3>\n<p>As we kick off the new year, take a virtual trip around the globe to see some of the amazing things our customers, partners, and employees have been up to and how Oracle plays a part. The itinerary includes a sustainability champion in Stockholm, an NBA franchise in San Antonio, a developer of life-saving genetic treatments in Sydney, and many others.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/virtual-road-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit all our favorite stops &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: 4 system integrators that changed the game for customer experience<\/h3>\n<p>Our finalists for the 2021\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/IJ_Ew5NfDnE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Game Changer CX SI Partner of the Year Award<\/a>\u00a0did truly innovative work combining Oracle&#8217;s products and their services to transform their clients&#8217; business during very challenging times. Read the inspirational stories of these system integrators who used creative solutions to find success.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-system-integrators-changed-game-for-customer-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"November2021\"><\/a>November 2021<\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>Razer pioneers exceptional customer service delivery with Oracle Service and Five9<\/h3>\n<p>See how Razer, the world&#8217;s leading lifestyle brand for gamers and a digital-first\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Service Clients<\/a>\u00a0leader, prioritizes the customer experience and uses automation to help them get customers back in the game.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/razer-pioneers-exceptional-customer-service-delivery-oracle-service-five9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Where&#8217;s my field service technician?<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle&#8217;s\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/where-is-my-technician\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Where&#8217;s My Technician<\/a>\u00a0field service functionality provides customers total visibility to enhance the customer experience from the moment a service appointment is scheduled.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/where-is-my-technician\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How smart is your customer service strategy? Take our self-assessment to see how you can deliver more intelligent service<\/h3>\n<p>Are you simply reacting to customer inquiries or delivering customer service in an intelligent way that fosters loyalty, improves retention, and increases repeat purchases? Learn how our\u00a0brief self-assessment can help you score your organization\u2019s strategy.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/self-assessment-how-to-deliver-more-intelligent-customer-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>CDP vs. CRM vs. DMP: Their differences, capabilities, and how they can work together<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/what-is-cdp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Customer data platforms<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/what-is-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer relationship management systems,<\/a>\u00a0et\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/data-management-platform\/what-is-dmp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">data management platforms<\/a>\u00a0all help digital marketers personalize their marketing and gauge its effectiveness. Let\u2019s get more acquainted with them and how they work together.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/cdp-vs-crm-vs-dmp-their-differences-capabilities-and-how-they-can-work-together\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: Combining technology and creativity for a better customer experience<\/h3>\n<p>The finalists for the Thinker Award for Best Innovation in CX from\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle&#8217;s 15th annual Markie Awards<\/a>\u00a0leveraged Oracle technology, brought teams together, and developed creative incentives to catapult revenue.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-combining-technology-and-creativity-for-better-customer-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>Top field service technology and trends in 2021<\/h3>\n<p>As\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">field service management<\/a>\u00a0changes, so do field service\u2019s tech trends. Oracle Senior Product Marketing Manager Rick Shimko&#8217;s list of\u00a0the best field service trends spotlights what&#8217;s new and what&#8217;s next.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/top-field-service-technology-and-trends\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Bake the perfect CX<\/h3>\n<p>According to April Dunford, founder and CEO of Ambient Strategy, &#8220;Customer experience is not the thing that brings you through the door. But it is absolutely the thing that keeps you there.&#8221; In this episode of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Often Imitated, a CX\u00a0podcast<\/a>, April reveals the secrets to positioning your products and getting customers to obsess over them.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/podcasts\/bake-the-perfect-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Listen to the episode\u00a0&gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Five ways IoT is impacting customer service in the automotive industry<\/h3>\n<p>Le\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/internet-of-things\/what-is-iot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Internet of Things (IoT)<\/a>\u00a0has opened a new world for customer experience in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/industries\/automotive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">automotive industry<\/a>\u2014from connected cars to self-driving vehicles. Oracle Product Marketing Manager Jess Kaufman explores five major effects of IoT on automotive innovation.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/iot-impacting-the-automotive-industry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>&#8220;What is CPQ?&#8221; The better question is &#8220;What can CPQ be?&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>Go beyond the basics of a\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/cpq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">configure, price, quote (CPQ) tool<\/a>\u00a0and discover how integrating it with CRM and ERP can spell big opportunities for your business.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/what-is-cpq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>3 customer service best practices that help build customer loyalty<\/h3>\n<p>From making product suggestions to responding to complaints, exceptional customer service is the lifeblood that sustains\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/customer-loyalty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer loyalty<\/a>\u00a0and retention. Check out these strategies for building customer loyalty through great customer service.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/exceptional-customer-service-builds-customer-loyalty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: 3 benefits of a connected CX ecosystem<\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to tracking customer engagement and data across your platforms, connection is key. See how the\u00a0finalists for this year&#8217;s\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_S0lLQLMaFQ&amp;feature=emb_title\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nexus Award for Best CX Ecosystem<\/a>\u00a0worked hard to build their own well-oiled CX machine.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-benefits-of-a-connected-cx-ecosystem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>How Meineke drives customer loyalty with Oracle<\/h3>\n<p>By offering more than points, Meineke Rewards shows how to drive customer loyalty. See why the Meineke Rewards program, which runs on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/customer-loyalty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fid\u00e9lisation et engagement d&#039;Oracle CrowdTwist<\/a>, recently earned a spot in\u00a0<em>Newsweek<\/em>&#8216;s list of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/americas-best-loyalty-programs-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">America&#8217;s Best Loyalty Programs<\/a>\u00a0for 2021.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/sponsored\/how-meineke-drives-customer-loyalty-oracle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the article &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle Virtual Road Trip 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Join us as we visit with Oracle customers, partners, and employees around the globe: an NBA franchise in San Antonio, a developer of life-saving genetic treatments in Sydney, and many others. Learn what they&#8217;re up to and how Oracle plays a part.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/virtual-road-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check out our recent stops &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: Taking risks can lead to a rewarding ROI<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re crunching the actual numbers or measuring the impact on people\u2019s lives, return on investment (ROI) can be calculated in many different ways. See how this year&#8217;s finalists for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=78n-B4g3XOE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Upshot Award for Best Demonstrated ROI<\/a>\u00a0took measured risks and reaped astounding benefits as a result.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-taking-risks-leads-to-rewarding-roi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"October2021\"><\/a>October 2021<\/h2>\n<h2>&gt;Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>Equip customer service agents with actionable intelligence<\/h3>\n<p>Customer service agents need access to a wide range of customer data to provide the best possible service. Learn how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plateforme de donn\u00e9es client Oracle Unity<\/a>\u00a0works with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/b2c\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle B2C Service<\/a>\u00a0to support their efforts.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/equip-customer-service-agents-with-actionable-intelligence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>The latest innovations from Oracle Sales help sellers get back to selling<\/h3>\n<p>Learn how the latest innovations for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Sales<\/a>\u00a0help simplify the sales process with an intuitive yet sophisticated\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CRM<\/a>\u00a0that sellers look forward to using.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/latest-oracle-sales-innovations-get-sellers-back-to-selling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Four customer data categories and how to use them<\/h3>\n<p>Check out the top four customer data categories, the best methods of data collection, and the tools you can use to make the most use of the customer data you have.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/customer-data-categories-and-how-to-use-them\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>What field service leaders are saying about the new normal<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle Senior Product Marketing Manager Rick Shimko shares insights from field service leaders at the Service Council&#8217;s Smarter Services Symposium on their perspectives and plans for the future, AKA the \u201cnew normal.\u201d\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/what-field-service-leaders-are-saying-about-the-new-normal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Experience TV episode 13: Mobile data privacy featuring Gadi Eliashiv<\/h3>\n<p>Discover the nuances of mobile user data and how that data is kept private in episode 13 of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLic2ApDtQSOd4L5uzw4yB36Tfj9TRCKHo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Experience TV<\/a>, a show about the economic revolution we&#8217;re living through.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/mobile-data-privacy-experience-tv-episode-13-featuring-gadi-eliashiv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Reimagining customer experience: How B2B sellers can meet new buyer demands<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.five9.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Five9<\/a>&#8216;s Jessica Shea offers advice on how to reimagine the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>\u00a0and meet the new breed of B2B customers when, where, and how they prefer to engage.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/reimagining-customer-experience-how-b2b-sellers-can-meet-new-buyer-demands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Oracle Red Bull Racing delivers first-of-its-kind loyalty program: Welcome to The Oracle Red Bull Racing Paddock<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/redbullracing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Red Bull Racing<\/a>\u00a0just launched\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redbull.com\/int-en\/redbullracing\/fans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Oracle Red Bull Racing Paddock<\/a>, a unique new loyalty program powered by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/customer-loyalty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fid\u00e9lisation et engagement d&#039;Oracle CrowdTwist<\/a>\u00a0that enhances the experience for fans around the world and brings them closer than ever to the race action.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/announcement\/blog\/oracle-red-bull-racing-launch-the-paddock-loyalty-program-2021-10-20\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle named a Leader in the 2021 Gartner\u00ae Magic Quadrant\u2122 for Configure, Price, and Quote Application Suites<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle is excited to be recognized as a Leader in the Gartner\u00ae Magic Quadrant\u2122 for Configure, Price, and Quote Application Suites for the 5th consecutive year.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-named-leader-gartner-magic-quadrant-configure-price-quote\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: How 3 SMBs used data insights to offer a better customer experience<\/h3>\n<p>Pendant le\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">15th annual Markie Awards<\/a>, Oracle recognized companies who used data in new and creative ways to improve the customer experience with extraordinary results. Take a closer look at how they did it.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-smbs-use-data-insights-to-improve-customer-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"September2021\"><\/a>September 2021<\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>How they did it: Credit Acceptance Corporation arms sales reps with next-gen Oracle CX Sales Mobile<\/h3>\n<p>For sellers, access to a reliable, effective mobile app offering a consistent\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/what-is-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CRM<\/a>\u00a0experience in the field is a must. See how Credit Acceptance Corporation made the move to Oracle CX Sales Mobile.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/credit-acceptance-corporation-arms-sales-reps-with-oracle-cx-sales-mobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>What Dummies\u00ae can teach you about customer experience and SaaS<\/h3>\n<p>Where should you start when developing your strategy for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>\u00a0technology? Here are 3 things to consider as you prepare to dive in.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/what-dummies-can-teach-about-customer-experience-saas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>3 ways Oracle\u2019s Agent Insights turns customer intelligence into action<\/h3>\n<p>Take a closer look at how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/b2c\/customer-data-insights\/#agent-insights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle&#8217;s Agent Insights<\/a>\u00a0simplifies the agent experience and helps customer service organizations deliver the seamless experience customers have come to expect.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-agent-insights-turns-customer-intelligence-into-action\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>A post-pandemic paradigm for marketers<\/h3>\n<p>With the pandemic impacting digital trends, B2B selling has become increasingly virtual. Oracle launched\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/crm-fusion-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Fusion Marketing<\/a>, a new product designed to help marketing and sales teams work together seamlessly, sell more, and drive revenue.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/post-pandemic-paradigm-for-marketers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>[Study] How the pandemic has changed customer experience in the US<\/h3>\n<p>In a new Oracle survey, 86% of Americans reported a change in their own personalities during the pandemic. Get inside the mind of consumers and learn how you can adapt to deliver even stronger customer experiences.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-the-pandemic-changed-customer-experience-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>3 ways high tech and manufacturing brands can improve the B2B selling experience<\/h3>\n<p>See how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Sales<\/a>\u00a0helps high tech and manufacturing companies anticipate their B2B customers&#8217; needs, drive efficiency, and increase financial value.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-high-tech-manufacturing-brands-can-improve-b2b-selling-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Top 5 Often Imitated Podcasts you don\u2019t want to miss<\/h3>\n<p>In honor of International Podcast Day, we compiled a list of the top 5 episodes of\u00a0<em><a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Often Imitated, a CX podcast<\/a><\/em>\u00a0presented by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and Customer Experience<\/a>.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/top-5-often-imitated-podcasts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Gartner once again names Oracle a Leader in their Magic Quadrant\u2122 for Field Service Management<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle is excited to be recognized as a Leader in the Gartner\u00ae Magic Quadrant\u2122 for Field Service Management for the 10th consecutive year.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-named-leader-gartner-magic-quandrant-field-service-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle named a 2021 Gartner Peer Insights Customers&#8217; Choice for Sales Performance Management<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle is excited to announce that we&#8217;ve been recognized as a Customers\u2019 Choice in the August 2021 Gartner Peer Insights &#8220;Voice of the Customer&#8221; for Sales Performance Management.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-named-gartner-peer-insights-customers-choice-sales-performance-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: The Customer Experience Journey<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle&#8217;s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/3Ejcr_MkwGY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pinnacle Award for Best Overall Customer Experience-SMB<\/a>\u00a0recognizes organizations that provide personalized outreach and a polished\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exp\u00e9rience client<\/a>. Take a closer look at five SMB organizations that are delivering experiences to\u00a0keep customers informed, engaged, and coming back for more.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-best-customer-experience-pinnacle-award-smb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: 3 ways enterprise organizations made customer experience matter<\/h3>\n<p>Le\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">15th annual Markie awards<\/a>\u00a0recognized five enterprise organizations that successfully adapted in the face of change to put their customers first. Take a closer look at their three approaches to connecting with customers, meeting their needs, and showing they care.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/markies-mondays-enterprise-organizations-made-customer-experience-matter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"August2021\"><\/a>August 2021<\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>The Top 10 \u201cCan\u2019t Miss\u201d Oracle Sales features from the first half of 2021<\/h3>\n<p>In our jam-packed quarterly releases from the first half the year\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/webfolder\/technetwork\/tutorials\/tutorial\/cloud\/r13\/wn\/engagement\/releases\/21A\/21A-engagement-wn.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">21A<\/a>\u00a0et\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/webfolder\/technetwork\/tutorials\/tutorial\/cloud\/r13\/wn\/engagement\/releases\/21B\/21B-engagement-wn.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">21B<\/a>\u2014we introduced many great features to help sellers focus on the most valuable prospects at the right time\u2014and ultimately sell more. Here are a few of the highlights you won&#8217;t want to miss!\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/top-oracle-sales-features-help-sellers-sell-more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Workspace Infolets help sellers conquer the CRM chaos<\/h3>\n<p>An effective CRM solution allows sales professionals to surface valuable context about the data it houses and complete necessary tasks from a single application. Oracle&#8217;s new\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/videohub.oracle.com\/media\/CX+Sales+Feature+Spotlight+-+Workspace+Infolets\/1_5xp1j7w1\/166627411\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Workspace Infolets<\/a>\u00a0are just the tool to help reps stay organized and spend time on the work that matters most.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/workspace-infolets-help-sellers-conquer-crm-chaos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Six service teams show how the right field service solution drives real results<\/h3>\n<p>Many companies are innovating to keep pace with ever-changing customer expectations and the evolving role of field service. See how six teams are realizing gains and driving positive outcomes with the help of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/field-service-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Field Service<\/a>.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-to-completely-transform-your-field-service-organization-to-drive-results\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle Engagement Engine gives customers the seamless digital service experiences they crave<\/h3>\n<p>While some brands shifted quickly to address new consumer needs during the pandemic, others are struggling to provide the proactive, personalized\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/what-is-customer-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Service Clients<\/a>\u00a0their loyal customers have come to expect. Learn how\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/documentation.custhelp.com\/euf\/assets\/devdocs\/engagementengine\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Engagement Engine<\/a>\u00a0can help you engage with customers in real time with relevant content and tailored experiences.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/seamless-customer-service-experience-oracle-engagement-engine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle drinks its own champagne infused with valuable CX partner solutions<\/h3>\n<p>At Oracle, we\u2019ve established a robust ecosystem of Independent Software Vendor (ISV) partners across\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">marketing<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sales<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/ecommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">commerce<\/a>, et\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Service Clients<\/a>\u00a0whose solutions successfully complement our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Advertising and CX portfolio of applications<\/a>. Take a look at the leading partner solutions we\u2019ve recently deployed at Oracle, and see how they bring value to our business and joint customers.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-customer-experience-partner-solutions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>Why CRM software is failing sellers<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/sales\/what-is-crm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CRM<\/a>\u2019s initial promise was to automate the selling process and ultimately help a salesperson sell more. But the reality has fallen short. Rob Tarkoff, EVP and General Manager of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and Customer Experience<\/a>, shares his thoughts on the failure of traditional CRM and the need for something new.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/why-crm-software-is-failing-sellers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How proficient are you with customer data? Take our self-assessment and see how a CDP can help<\/h3>\n<p>Every customer interaction matters, and data management plays a role in determining whether it will resonate with your customer or completely miss the mark. When\u2019s the last time you evaluated your effectiveness at managing customer data? Take a fresh look with our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/webfolder\/s\/assets\/assessment-tool\/cx-data-excellence\/index.html?source=:ow:o:bl:po:::RC_WWMK210623P00017:Cxblogtext&amp;intcmp=:ow:o:bl:po:::RC_WWMK210623P00017:Cxblogtext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">brief self-assessment<\/a>\u00a0and learn more about how a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/what-is-cdp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer data platform<\/a>\u00a0can help you optimize your data for powerful\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer experiences<\/a>.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/customer-data-proficiency-self-assessment-how-a-cdp-can-help\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>5 success factors for smart cities<\/h3>\n<p>Cities working toward the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/sdgs.un.org\/goals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">U.N.\u2019s Sustainable Development Goals<\/a>\u00a0see the need for smart city initiatives, such as a transformation of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">service delivery<\/a>, constituent services that are more accessible and equitable, and a data-driven approach to service improvement and policy. Learn more about these cities of the future and the steps they&#8217;re taking toward progress.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/success-factors-for-smart-cities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>We&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Oracle named a Leader in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation for 5th year in a row<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle is proud to be recognized for the fifth consecutive year as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-named-leader-gartner-magic-quadrant-for-sales-force-automation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the full report<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0to learn more about how it can help you increase revenue, build a better sales pipeline, and increase seller efficiency.<\/p>\n<h3>Oracle sets the gold standard for B2B commerce in the 2021 Paradigm B2B Combine<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle was recently awarded 10 out of 10 medals in the 2021 Paradigm B2B Combine based on our commitment to delivering personalized experiences for our customers and helping them do the same for their customers.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-commerce-paradigm-b2b-combine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the full report<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0to read more about our recognition and our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/ecommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">digital commerce solutions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>IDC names Oracle a Leader in utilities customer engagement and experience<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle was named a Leader by IDC in its\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.idc.com\/getdoc.jsp?containerId=US46154220\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MarketScape: Worldwide Customer Experience Management (CXM) Solutions for Utilities 2021<\/a>\u00a0et\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/idcdocserv.com\/US46149620e_Oracle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MarketScape: Worldwide Digital Customer Engagement Solutions for Utilities 2021<\/a>\u00a0reports. Oracle was the only vendor to lead in both reports, highlighting our unique ability to help utilities deliver fast, intuitive, and connected\u00a0customer experiences.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/announcement\/idc-names-oracle-a-leader-in-utilities-customer-engagement-and-experience-2021-08-11\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Our 3 reasons why Oracle Commerce should be on your short list following The Forrester Wave\u2122: DXP Report<\/h3>\n<p>The success of your digital commerce investment depends on your ability to make meaningful connections with your customers. See why\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/ecommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Commerce<\/a>\u00a0was recognized as a Leader in\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/marketingcloud\/post\/oracle-named-forrester-wave-leader-digital-experience-platforms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Forrester Wave\u2122: Digital Experience Platforms (DXP), Q3 2021 report<\/a>\u00a0and how it can help you exceed customer expectations and generate more revenue from your digital channels.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-commerce-forrester-wave-digital-experience-platform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Markies Mondays: Find inspiration from these 5 customer experience standouts<\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019re excited to celebrate the finalists and winners of Oracle\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">15th annual Markie awards<\/a>\u2014the movers and shakers who are creating outstanding customer experiences by pushing innovation to the limit. Each post in the Markies Mondays series will showcase one of the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/#tab2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">14 award categories<\/a>\u00a0and the people and organizations using technology to drive success for them and their customers.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-markies-mondays-customer-experience-standouts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the first post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"July2021\"><\/a>July 2021<\/h2>\n<h2>Make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>3 AI-driven innovations to support sellers throughout the customer lifecycle<\/h3>\n<p>To turn every customer interaction into an opportunity, sellers need the right resources to deliver relevant and valuable experiences at every touchpoint. See how Oracle is helping sellers translate buying signals into actions by blending artificial intelligence throughout the entire selling process.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/3-ai-driven-innovations-support-sellers-throughout-customer-lifecycle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Workspace Infolets help sellers conquer the CRM chaos<\/h3>\n<p>An effective CRM solution allows sales professionals to surface valuable context about the data it houses and complete necessary tasks from a single application. Oracle&#8217;s new\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/videohub.oracle.com\/media\/CX+Sales+Feature+Spotlight+-+Workspace+Infolets\/1_5xp1j7w1\/166627411\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Workspace Infolets<\/a>\u00a0are just the tool to help reps stay organized and spend time on the work that matters most.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/workspace-infolets-help-sellers-conquer-crm-chaos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>3 new features of Oracle\u2019s Browser User Interface that improve the agent experience<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=gj38X5A1zLQ&amp;list=PL5Nry73Mn3b8pSJjMrGS-LKyD6O86NNQu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Service\u2019s Browser User Interface<\/a>\u00a0enables better agent experiences that lead to improved employee retention and customer satisfaction, and we&#8217;re continuously adding new features to improve its usability and intuitiveness. Check out three of our latest additions.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-browser-user-interface-improves-agent-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Partner Workspace: Meet new channel sales expectations with speed and ease<\/h3>\n<p>Channel managers have become a critical lifeline to help partners remain relevant and meet new customer demands. See how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/videohub.oracle.com\/media\/CX+Sales+Feature+Spotlight+-+Partner+Workspace\/1_em1dbwkd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle&#8217;s Partner Workspace<\/a>\u00a0can help them come out on top in the midst of today&#8217;s challenging sales environment.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/partner-workspace-meet-new-channel-sales-expectations-with-speed-and-ease\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>Ask, analyze, and act: 3 tips for implementing a successful customer experience strategy<\/h3>\n<p>Running a successful CX strategy sounds simple, but there are challenges to consider and overcome. Oracle VP of CX Strategy Joshua Rossman shares 3 key steps for collecting, analyzing, and distilling customer feedback into a successful CX strategy.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/3-tips-for-implementing-a-successful-customer-experience-strategy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>The link between happy retail employees and positive customer experiences<\/h3>\n<p>Why do some\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/what-is-cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">customer experiences<\/a>\u00a0exceed our expectations while others are lacking in so many ways? Much of it comes down to the employee. With a process, a purpose, and even a little AI, employers can provide a positive employee experience that trickles down to their customers.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/link-between-happy-retail-employees-and-positive-customer-experiences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>3 new fraud risks that come with alternative payments<\/h3>\n<p>Offering quick and easy alternative payment options helps businesses compete in this new commerce ecosystem, but such advances also bring their fair share of risk.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.clear.sale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ClearSale<\/a>\u00a0EVP and Partner Rafael Lourenco explains what to look out for and how to prepare.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/3-new-fraud-risks-with-alternative-payments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>How AI can help sellers save time and sell more<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/artificial-intelligence\/what-is-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artificial intelligence (AI)<\/a>\u00a0may not be a superpower, but when deployed correctly, it can provide prescriptive sales insights that help account teams close more deals without adding needless steps to their workflow. See how AI can help sellers lighten the load.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-ai-can-help-sellers-save-time-and-sell-more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Celebrating the contributions of women in the workplace every day of the year<\/h3>\n<p>There&#8217;s definitely room at the top in IT for talented women. But what can we all do to open the doors for female colleagues? Global SVP of Marketing for Oracle Advertising and CX Nate Skinner shares five ways to serve as allies for the women you work with.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/celebrating-contributions-of-women-in-the-workplace-every-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Experience TV episode 12: Practical AI for the modern marketer<\/h3>\n<p>From fatigue analysis to account intelligence, AI is being deployed right now to power exceptional marketing and customer experiences. Experience TV&#8217;s Katie Martell sat down with Trust Insights&#8217; Chris Penn and Oracle&#8217;s own Stephen Streich to explore its potential along with practical strategies for incorporating AI into your marketing and CX practices.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/experience-tv-episode-12-practical-ai-for-the-modern-marketer-featuring-chris-penn-and-stephen-streich\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>\nWe&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Oracle wins big with six Adweek \u201cReaders\u2019 Choice\u201d awards<\/h3>\n<p>Thank you to our customers and Adweek readers for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/advertising\/post\/oracle-wins-6-adweek-readers-choice-awards-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">giving us more top marks than any other company<\/a>. The pandemic forced marketers to shoulder more responsibility during the past year, which gives added importance to this customer recognition. Read more from Rob Tarkoff, EVP and general manager for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and CX<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Golden State Warriors announce Oracle as team performance center partner<\/h3>\n<p>The Golden State Warriors and Oracle recently announced the expansion of their longstanding partnership with the launch of the Oracle Performance Center. The NBA\u2019s most advanced training and recovery center will deliver new insights and a custom high performance system to enhance player performance.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/announcement\/golden-state-warriors-and-oracle-2021-07-28\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the press release<\/a>\u00a0for more details.<\/p>\n<h3>Congratulations to Oracle&#8217;s 2021 Markie Award winners<\/h3>\n<p>15th annual\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Markie Award<\/a>\u00a0recipients delivered exceptional customer experiences during difficult times. Nate Skinner, global SVP of marketing for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Advertising and CX<\/a>, takes a closer look at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/15th-annual-markie-award-recipients-delivered-exceptional-customer-experiences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">what makes this year&#8217;s nominees so exceptional<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"June2021\"><\/a>June 2021<\/h2>\n<h3>Blog Series: Unlocking the value of IoT-enabled customer service experience<\/h3>\n<p>When implemented the right way, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/iot-connected-asset-monitoring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Internet of Things (IoT)<\/a>\u00a0can help resolve and even proactively prevent many\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/what-is-customer-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Service Clients<\/a>\u00a0issues. Companies can use it to create new value-added service offerings, such as remote diagnostics, preventative maintenance, or automatic resolution.<\/p>\n<p>Our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-to-unlock-the-value-of-iot-enabled-customer-service-experiences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">blog series<\/a>\u00a0explores how brands can apply the data and insight provided by IoT devices to deliver better\u00a0customer service\u00a0interactions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Part 1:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-to-unlock-the-value-of-iot-enabled-customer-service-experiences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Unlock the Value of IoT-Enabled Customer Service Experiences<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Part 2:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/tap-into-iot-enabled-customer-service-to-know-your-customer-and-reduce-frustration-v2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2 Ways IoT Data Improves Customer Service<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Part 3:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/empower-and-delight-customers-by-enriching-self-help-and-automatic-engagement-v2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adopt a Proactive Approach to Customer Service with IoT Data<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Part 4:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/how-iot-data-enables-automatic-service-and-prevents-product-failures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How IoT Data Enables Automatic Service and Prevents Product Failures<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\nMake a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>Smart Lists: The best CRM search is the one you never have to do<\/h3>\n<p>What if sellers never had to search for info to tackle the priorities on their to-do lists? See how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/videohub.oracle.com\/media\/CX+Sales+Feature+Spotlight+-+Smart+Lists\/1_3kvt83tr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smart Lists<\/a>\u00a0surface those details and help sellers spend their time on the work that matters most.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/smart-lists-best-crm-search-is-one-you-never-have-to-do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Make it personal: 2 improvements to humanize customer service<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle Service continues to deliver next-generation service experiences for both agents and customers. See how our new\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/knowledge-management\/article-creation-discovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">knowledge management for B2B service<\/a>\u00a0et\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/service\/asynchronous-chat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">asynchronous chat<\/a>\u00a0solutions can help you simplify and humanize the customer service experience.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/make-it-personal-2-improvements-to-humanize-customer-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Using sites management APIs with an application user: A quick start guide<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/content-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Content Management<\/a>\u00a0offers many great opportunities for collaboration and internal communications. See how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.oracle.com\/en\/cloud\/paas\/content-cloud\/solutions\/rest-api-sites-management.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">site management APIs<\/a>\u00a0can help save you time and bring even more value to your organization.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/using-sites-management-apis-with-application-user-quick-start-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>\nWhat&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest customer experience thought leadership and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>Improving the customer experience with artificial intelligence<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle\u2019s Director of CX Field Marketing for EMEA North Daniel Renggli takes a closer look at how artificial intelligence can have a positive impact on the customer experience across customer service, marketing, and sales.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/improving-customer-experience-with-artificial-intelligence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Can your ecommerce platform adapt to the growing demands of digital ecommerce?<\/h3>\n<p>B2B segments are one of the fastest-growing areas for new and established companies. Capturing your share of that market is crucial. Our partners at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcs.com\/tcs-strategic-cloud-elite-oracle-partnership\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tata Consultancy Services<\/a>\u00a0share how tackling this challenge can be much easier than you think.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/can-your-ecommerce-platform-adapt-to-growing-demands-of-digital-commerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle Content Management accelerates digital transformation at AirBorn<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/content-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Content Management<\/a>\u00a0has helped the team at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/customers\/airborn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Airborn<\/a>\u00a0save valuable time, work together more efficiently, and dramatically improve their digital self-service offerings. Global Marketing Manager Patrick Tolbert recently shared a few highlights of how it has played a key role in the company\u2019s digital transformation strategy.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-content-management-accelerates-digital-transformation-at-airborn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch the replay &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle Unity Customer Data Platform redefines customer intelligence<\/h3>\n<p>The way customers engage with brands is now dynamic and somewhat unpredictable, yet they expect to be served with a relevant experience in real time with every interaction. See how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/customer-data-platform\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plateforme de donn\u00e9es client Oracle Unity<\/a>\u00a0can help you understand your customers\u2019 needs and provide the appropriate, device-centric, contextually-accurate experiences they\u2019ve come to expect.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-cx-unity-redefines-customer-intelligence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the post &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>\nWe&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Gartner names Oracle a Leader for CRM Customer Engagement Center ten years in a row<\/h3>\n<p>For the tenth consecutive year, Oracle is proud to be recognized as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for CRM Customer Engagement Center based on our ability to execute and our completeness of vision.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-named-leader-in-gartner-magic-quadrant-for-crm-customer-engagement-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the full report<\/a>\u00a0to learn more.<\/p>\n<h3>Oracle Redwood wins San Francisco Design Week\u2019s coveted User Experience Award<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s no reason the experience of using technology in a workplace can\u2019t be as intuitive, polished, and delightful as the state-of-the-art experiences we have on our personal devices. See how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/design.oracle.com\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Redwood<\/a>, Oracle\u2019s next-generation user experience, is reinventing the way Oracle customers interact with technology and consume information.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/news\/announcement\/blog\/redwood-design-week-award-2021-07-06\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a>\u00a0about why this award from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sfdesignweek.org\/awards\/reimagine-the-enterprise-user-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">San Francisco Design Week<\/a>\u00a0really matters to us.<a href=\"https:\/\/sfdesignweek.org\/awards\/reimagine-the-enterprise-user-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle named a Leader for Multichannel Marketing Hubs for fourth consecutive year<\/h3>\n<p>Gartner named Oracle a Leader in the 2021 Magic Quadrant for Multichannel Marketing Hubs for the fourth year in a row.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/marketingcloud\/post\/oracle-named-a-leader-in-2021-gartner-magic-quadrant-for-multichannel-marketing-hubs-for-the-fourth-consecutive-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the full report<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about this distinction and how Oracle Marketing makes it possible for you to make every customer interaction matter.<\/p>\n<h3>Forbes lists Oracle in America&#8217;s Best Employers for Diversity 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Oracle is pleased to share we made Forbes\u2019 list of America\u2019s Best Employers for Diversity. The list is determined by a survey of approximately 50,000 U.S. employees working for companies that employ 1,000 or more people.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/best-employers-diversity\/#4b82aca09b9e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check out the complete list.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Congratulations to the 2021 Markie Awards finalists!<\/h3>\n<p>We&#8217;re excited to recognize customer experience innovation and excellence with our 15th annual\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/markie-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Markie Awards<\/a>.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/congratulations-markie-awards-finalists\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more about our amazing finalists<\/a>\u00a0and their remarkable stories of success.\u00a0<strong>Winners will be announced Tuesday, July 27, at 10 a.m. CT.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"May2021\"><\/a>May 2021<\/h2>\n<h3>Hear about recent product innovations and what&#8217;s coming next for Oracle Advertising and CX<\/h3>\n<p>On May 12, Executive Vice President and General Manager for Oracle Advertising and CX Rob Tarkoff and several members of our leadership team outlined the latest product innovations across advertising, marketing, sales, and service.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/innovations\/data-intelligence\/?source=:ow:o:bl:mt:::RC_WWMK210209P00009:Cxblogtext&amp;intcmp=:ow:o:bl:mt:::RC_WWMK210209P00009:Cxblogtext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch the replay!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For the highlights from each leader, check out their own blog posts on the event:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-innovations-support-cro-and-multi-experience-sales-engagement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sales<\/a>\u00a0par\u00a0<em>VP of Product Development Katrina Gosek<\/em><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/four-marketing-innovations-supercharge-customer-experiences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Commercialisation<\/a>\u00a0par\u00a0<em>VP of CX Product Management Holly Simmons<\/em><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/3-innovations-that-fuel-evolution-of-customer-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Service<\/a>\u00a0par\u00a0<em>VP of Product Management Jeff Wartgow<\/em><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/advertising\/post\/2-oracle-innovations-for-the-future-of-advertising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Advertising<\/a>\u00a0par\u00a0<em>Chief Product Officer Derek Wise<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\nSee how to make a maximum impact with our customer experience products and features<\/h2>\n<h3>3 ways to gamify your loyalty program with Oracle CrowdTwist<\/h3>\n<p>To maintain engagement with customers between purchases, many leading brands are now leveraging gamification. Brands benefit from learning more about their customers\u2019 behaviors and preferences, while customers reap the rewards earned.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/3-ways-to-gamify-your-loyalty-program-with-oracle-crowdtwist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a>\u00a0about how to leverage the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/marketing\/customer-loyalty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle CrowdTwist<\/a>\u00a0platform to create a fun gamified experience for your customer loyalty program members.<\/p>\n<h3>Leverage the power of CRM without leaving Microsoft 365<\/h3>\n<p>One of the main sources of frustration for digital sellers today is the tools they\u2019re given to get the job done. See how\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/leverage-the-power-of-crm-without-leaving-microsoft-365\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle Sales Add-In for Microsoft Outlook 365<\/a>\u00a0alleviates seller frustration, and helps reps maximize efficiency and productivity.<\/p>\n<h2>\nWhat&#8217;s Oracle&#8217;s take? Read our latest executive commentary and insights<\/h2>\n<h3>No going back: B2B commerce beyond the pandemic response and quick fixes<\/h3>\n<p>While 60% of B2B companies experienced a moderate to severe impact on their business due to the pandemic,\u00a0<strong>53% expect to continue to feel the impact through 2023<\/strong>. That\u2019s just one of the eye-opening findings from the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/cx\/ecommerce\/solutions\/b2b-ecommerce-beyond-quick-fixes\/?source=:ow:o:bl:mt:::RC_WWMK210224P00063:Cxblogtext&amp;intcmp=:ow:o:bl:mt:::RC_WWMK210224P00063:Cxblogtext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">newly published report by Oracle and Mirakl<\/a>\u00a0on the strategies that are defining this moment and the future of B2B commerce.<\/p>\n<h3>Lifetime loyalty: Customers expect ongoing connection with retailers<\/h3>\n<p>At our recent virtual summit,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/events\/virtual-summits\/cloud-cx\/retail-insights\/?source=:ow:o:bl:mt:::RC_WWMK201124P00051:Cxblogtext&amp;intcmp=:ow:o:bl:mt:::RC_WWMK201124P00051:Cxblogtext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Industry Insights: The New Connected Retailer<\/a>, industry leaders discussed the importance of delivering a connected, frictionless customer experience to drive long-term loyalty.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/lifetime-loyalty-customers-expect-ongoing-connection-with-retailers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more<\/a>\u00a0about the current trends and how to successfully put the customer first.<\/p>\n<h3>3 ways artificial intelligence can make our jobs easier<\/h3>\n<p>AI is reshaping the way we deliver and interact with solutions in a way that we never before dreamed possible. Senior Vice President Shashi Seth shares\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/3-ways-artificial-intelligence-can-make-our-jobs-easier\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">his latest observations<\/a>\u00a0on the bold leaps we\u2019re seeing in the science of AI.<\/p>\n<h2>\nWe&#8217;re making news! Get the scoop below<\/h2>\n<h3>Oracle is the exclusive CX Marketing Technology Partner of Red Bull Racing<\/h3>\n<p>Dans\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/oftenimitatedpodcast.com\/podcasts\/red-bull-racing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">episode 27 of the Often Imitated podcast<\/a>, Oracle Red Bull Racing CMO Oliver Hughes explained how they took Formula 1 racing to a whole other level by doing something completely new.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/redbullracing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about our exciting partnership!<\/a><\/p>\n<p>And with Circuit de Monaco as our muse, we created a fun virtual tour of Oracle Advertising and CX.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-advertising-and-cx-pit-crew-ready-to-head-to-monaco\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check it out!<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Oracle named a Leader in for Sales Force Automation Solutions<\/h3>\n<p>Forrester named Oracle a Leader and gave us the top score in the Current Offering category in The Forrester Wave\u2122 for Sales Force Automation Solutions, Q2 2021.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/oracle-named-leader-in-forrester-wave-for-sales-force-automation-solutions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more<\/a>\u00a0about this distinction and how Oracle puts the seller experience at the heart of our product.<\/p>\n<h3>\u201c2021 Adweek Readers\u2019 Choice: Best of Tech Partner Awards\u201d<\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019re excited to be nominated as a finalist in seven categories!\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adweek.com\/performance-marketing\/adweek-readers-choice-best-of-tech-partner-awards-2021-finalists-poll\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cast your ballot today<\/a>\u00a0for your favorite Oracle CX solutions.\u00a0<strong>You can vote daily through June 13.<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>La source:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/blogs.oracle.com\/cx\/post\/the-cx-snapshot<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The CX Snapshot \u2014 April 2022 &nbsp; The CX Snapshot offers a roundup of news and insights on the evolving expectations for exceptional customer experiences, along with some of the best strategies to successfully deliver them. 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