Attending UCX in London last week, one thing became crystal clear: the UCaaS market isn’t about platforms and vendors anymore. Sitting in on a panel of four industry experts discussing the latest trends, it hit me—we’re past the days of arguing over which UCaaS platform is the best. It’s become a race to offer the most affordable and user-friendly solutions, with AI as the only real differentiator.
After Microsoft took the lead during the pandemic with Teams, and Zoom wasn’t far behind, the game changed. Then, OpenAI revolutionized everything in 2022 with GenAI. Now, every UCaaS and CCaaS provider is diving headfirst into AI. It’s the buzzword on everyone’s lips, even though nobody really knows where it’s headed. The challenge? Successfully using AI means pulling together a ton of data and making sure it integrates securely and compliantly—definitely not your typical UCaaS task.
But as AI matures, something’s becoming increasingly clear: the real value isn’t in the tech itself, but in how it improves customer experience and efficiency. That’s where APIs and CPaaS come in. They allow businesses to really zero in on their customer segments, cater to specific needs, and create smoother, more personalized journeys. It’s all about flexibility and innovation now.
In this post-UCaaS era, the conversation needs to shift—from platforms to impact. It’s no longer about picking a vendor; it’s about finding solutions that bring real value, streamline operations, and build meaningful connections with customers. The future belongs to those who use technology not for the sake of it, but to truly transform their business.
My lifetime in IT and telecoms has been dedicated to innovation, building bridges and creating change. From the early days of cloud communications to working with operators on innovations and business development, and currently emphasizing APIs, CPaaS/CX and AI, my journey has been one of continuous evolution.
As founding partner at CPaaS Acceleration Alliance and The Next Cloud I'm privileged to help global telcos and techcos thrive in a fast changing world - through events, community building, strategy and global business development. I thrive on challenges and change, strategizing in cloud communications, and bringing people together for mutual success. Travel and continuous learning are my passions.
I believe the global communications industry is pivoting to prioritize customer experience and impactful solutions over mere technology and platforms, and we can tackle societal challenges by merging the strengths of corporates and innovators within new ecosystems.
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