Apparel and accessories
August 11, 2025
Saks Global reports that, since it began piloting the Interactive Voice Response feature, the software has reduced call volumes for live agents. Image credit: Saks Fifth Avenue
By Kiran Gill for Luxury Daily News Service
U.S. retailer Saks Fifth Avenue is enhancing the virtual customer experience.
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