{"id":4359,"date":"2018-04-16T12:31:38","date_gmt":"2018-04-16T12:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.walkme.com\/blog\/?p=4359"},"modified":"2023-05-02T15:43:22","modified_gmt":"2023-05-02T15:43:22","slug":"emotionally-intelligent-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walkme.com\/blog\/emotionally-intelligent-software\/","title":{"rendered":"The Short Read: Emotionally Intelligent Software is the New AI"},"content":{"rendered":"

A 2.5-minute read to deliver you value-packed info. No fluff included.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Advanced digital tools have revolutionized the modern workplace. But CIOs often make the same mistake when choosing new software<\/a>.<\/p>\n

They focus too much on user outcomes, and not enough on usability.<\/p>\n\n

Eliminate friction and enhance usability on any software \u2014 instantly.<\/a><\/h3>\n

Think about it.<\/em> Everything we hear and read about emerging tech boils down to the promise for greater outcomes. It\u2019s all about deeper insights, fewer errors, and higher productivity, all in less time.<\/p>\n

We see this now with the hype around artificial intelligence. AI-generated buzz is merited, but enhanced technological capabilities \u2014 no matter how intelligent \u2014 don\u2019t matter if the tool is too difficult to use.<\/p>\n

Organizations need emotionally intelligent software to raise both outcomes and usability.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tools that can anticipate where frustration will occur and prevent a negative emotional response in users will be of the greatest value to companies and produce the highest ROI for CIOs.<\/p>\n\n

What does emotional intelligence have to do with technology?<\/h2>\n

\"emotional<\/p>\n

Emotional intelligence, or EQ, is defined as the ability to understand and manage one\u2019s own emotions, and to recognize, monitor, and influence the emotions of others.<\/em><\/p>\n

EQ is a critical \u201csoft skill\u201d for managers and employees alike. It\u2019s rarely applied to technology, mainly because software doesn\u2019t have emotions (yet\u2026) \u2014 but the human end-user does.<\/p>\n

Anyone who has ever struggled to use a complex software platform knows how excruciatingly frustrating it can be. You have a job to do and you need to use a certain tool to do it. But the tool isn\u2019t working for you. Time is passing, your stress is rising, and your productivity is declining.<\/p>\n

As excited as CIOs may be about implementing a promising new software solution, the road to adoption will be long and full of obstacles if the tool lacks emotional intelligence.<\/p>\n\n

Emotionally intelligent software is within reach<\/h3>\n

If difficulty using software evokes a negative emotional response, employee productivity and performance will suffer.<\/p>\n

Digital adoption platforms add a layer of \u201cemotional intelligence\u201d to any software platform. With AI and machine learning capabilities, this breed of software uses data to anticipate where users will experience friction, a key indicator of employee frustration. It can proactively deploy onscreen assistance in the form of pop-ups to prevent user issues from arising.<\/p>\n

Digital adoption platforms ensure a positive emotional user experience by providing help and preventing the factors that contribute to user frustration.<\/p>\n

Think about how much more efficient, productive, and happy your employees will be if they don\u2019t feel like pulling out their hair every time it\u2019s time to use a software system.<\/p>\n\n

An EQ boost goes a long way<\/h2>\n

\"emotional<\/p>\n

Digital tools have the power to skyrocket employee productivity<\/a> and enhance virtually all business functions.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the CIO\u2019s job to decide which tools will support the business strategy. It\u2019s also their responsibility to ensure employees can use the tools effectively, without frustration or difficulty.<\/p>\n

Emotionally intelligent software solutions like digital adoption platforms prevent negative emotions among users so they can work better, not harder.<\/p>\n\n

Discover how a digital adoption platform eliminates user frustration and boosts productivity.<\/a><\/h3>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A 2.5-minute read to deliver you value-packed info. No fluff included. Advanced digital tools have revolutionized the modern workplace. 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