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Andy Johnson, Client Partner at 4Most, explores the evolving affordability landscape in the UK. The discussion covers emerging trends in consumer spending, the impact of inflation, and the need for real-time data in credit decisioning. Key topics include the affordability pressures on lower-income households, the ongoing structural changes in consumer behaviour, and how lenders can

Catalina Luna Kisic explains the debt servicing and collections landscape in South America, focusing on key markets, economic drivers, regulatory environments, and technological advancements. In this discussion she provides insights into portfolio sales, SME lending trends, fintech disruption, and AI adoption in collections, highlighting the growing role of WhatsApp in borrower eng

Gavin Stewart from VCC Live discusses the latest trends and technologies in the contact centre industry, particularly in the financial services sector. In this conversation, he highlights the integration of AI and machine learning, the adoption of multichannel communication strategies, and the regional variations in technology uptake. The discussion also covers the evolving role of

Steve Suarez, CEO of Horizon X Consulting, explains some of the best practices he uses in the identification of emerging technologies and how to integrate them in order to generate business transformation. The discussion covers the evolution of AI, the growing significance of quantum computing, and the role of innovation in shaping the future of industries, particularly financial s

Mark McElvanney, Client Services Director for IEHub, discusses the impact of regulatory changes, the importance of affordability assessments and innovative tools designed to support customers. Key themes include the integration of benefits assessments, affordability data portability, and partnerships with third-party organisations to deliver seamless support. The conversation highl

Loris Raimo, co-founder of Snorkel, discusses the transformation of financial support through digital innovation. The conversation explores barriers to engagement, the potential of AI and chatbots, and the evolving needs of consumers in financial distress. Key topics include the role of technology in bridging the gap between lenders and consumers, regulatory challenges, and opportu

Hamid Motahari from UpBrains and Adi Hazan from Analycat delve into the evolution of robotic process automation (RPA) and the integration of artificial intelligence into workflows. This discussion explores how automation technologies have advanced from simple workflows to intelligent systems that handle unstructured data and complex decision-making, together with the challenges of

Martin Neilson from MEGA explores the integration of AI-driven voice bots in debt collection and customer service, focusing on how they enhance human operators’ efficiency rather than replacing them. Ethical, regulatory, and market dynamics are all key considerations, however AI is due to have a significant role in omnichannel strategies, with rapid technological evolution... ena

Andy Pritchard, Chief Strategy Officer for Telrock, examines the rapid evolution of collections technology. It covers key shifts from traditional mainframe systems to cloud-native platforms, the impact of AI and digital-first strategies, and the growing importance of compliance in an increasingly regulated industry. He discusses how technological advancements in cloud and omni-chan

Adam Rathbone, Senior Sales Engineer at Boost AI, explores the evolving role of artificial intelligence in customer service, with a particular focus on messaging and chatbots. He discusses the shift from rule-based to hybrid AI models, incorporating generative AI to enhance customer interactions while managing compliance and accuracy concerns. There are implications of AI in regula