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CX Predictions for 2026



What a wild year 2025 has been for the CX world. As we look forward to 2026, more big changes are on the horizon. Uniformed platforms. Agentic capabilities. CX roles consolidating. What should CX leaders be thinking about? How do we prepare? We asked the CX Accelerator community this question:


What do you believe will make the BIGGEST impact on the Customer Experience space in 2026?


Here are the most thought-provoking answers!


Indeed, community-centric brands feel like they will have a huge advantage in the race for distinctive value. Time will tell!
Indeed, community-centric brands feel like they will have a huge advantage in the race for distinctive value. Time will tell!

Interesting take from Greg, especially the role of niche AI players. Certainly the drive for increased value from tools and people will continue to be a trend.
Interesting take from Greg, especially the role of niche AI players. Certainly the drive for increased value from tools and people will continue to be a trend.

Wishful thinking from Natalie? We sure hope not, and the "cruising altitude" visual is fantastic!
Wishful thinking from Natalie? We sure hope not, and the "cruising altitude" visual is fantastic!

It does certainly feel as though "Agentic" was the CX word of 2025. Will this continue to be the primary focus for many organizations as they seek meaningful adoption, or will the pendulum flip back to more of a people and values focus?
It does certainly feel as though "Agentic" was the CX word of 2025. Will this continue to be the primary focus for many organizations as they seek meaningful adoption, or will the pendulum flip back to more of a people and values focus?

We sure love the question "how can I use AI to drive deeper relationships with my customers?" This is a VERY different mindset than a hyper-focus on cost reduction.
We sure love the question "how can I use AI to drive deeper relationships with my customers?" This is a VERY different mindset than a hyper-focus on cost reduction.

The wild card that will determine what actually matters most in 2026? Customer behavior! Will customers stay loyal to organizations that have heavily automated in non-distinctive ways, or will they reward a more personalized human-centric experience? "The Age of the Customer" continues, but with new capabilities and more competition than ever. We will close out this post with a fantastic meme from Keith Kmett:



A huge thanks to all of our community members. Stay tuned to slack for more great insights!


 
 
 

11 Comments


jessica Cheryl
jessica Cheryl
4 days ago

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5 days ago

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Pandrhola
5 days ago

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