Zendesk, Inc., a leading provider of AI-driven customer experience (CX) solutions, has announced a groundbreaking move by introducing Outcome-Based Pricing for its AI agents. This innovative pricing model is the first in the CX industry, tying costs directly to successful and measurable AI-powered resolutions. This shift reflects the significant role AI is playing in reshaping customer service and ensures that businesses only pay for the value delivered by AI agents.
With 83% of CX leaders in India predicting that AI will power all customer service channels within the next three years, Zendesk’s Outcome-Based Pricing provides an adaptable, results-driven solution. Traditional pricing models are becoming outdated as automation takes over more aspects of customer service, and Zendesk’s new approach directly addresses the changing dynamics of the industry.
Responding to Growing Demand for AI-driven CX
“An overwhelming majority of 92% of CX leaders in India believe that the volume of customer service interactions will increase five times in the next three years. Zendesk is constantly looking at ways to address the growing needs through benchmarking and testing of Generative AI, industry-specific offerings or pricing models that reflect new ways of working,” said Vasudeva Rao Munnaluri, RVP India & SAARC, Zendesk. “At Zendesk, we believe that everyone should have access to AI Agents. We’ve been thoughtful about transparency and flexibility, giving customers an understanding of the rate of automation. This will equip customers with the ability to project costs, driving revenue.”
Zendesk’s Outcome-Based Pricing reflects a commitment to transparency and flexibility, enabling businesses to project costs while driving revenue with AI-powered customer service solutions. This model ensures that AI agents are accessible to all companies, regardless of size or complexity.
AI Agents: The Future of Customer Service
Zendesk’s AI agents represent a major evolution in customer service technology. Unlike traditional bots, these AI-powered agents can autonomously resolve even the most complex customer issues from start to finish, providing a next-generation customer experience. As AI becomes increasingly essential to handling large volumes of customer interactions, pricing models must adapt to reflect the real value these solutions offer.
“Zendesk’s commitment to innovation has always been driven by a deep understanding of our customers’ evolving needs. As the industry moves toward more transparent, results-oriented business models, we are proud to lead the way with a solution that ensures companies can confidently invest in AI,” said Nikhil Sane, SVP GTM Strategy and Pricing at Zendesk. “Our Outcome-Based Pricing Solution is more than just a pricing model—it’s a reflection of our dedication to driving real, measurable success for our customers. As we continue to innovate and lead in AI-powered CX, Zendesk remains committed to listening to our customers and evolving all aspects of our offerings to meet their needs.”
Key Features of Outcome-Based Pricing
- Customer Flexibility: Zendesk’s model recognizes that businesses have unique needs and varying timelines for AI integration. The flexible approach allows businesses to blend AI agents with human agents as necessary, offering a tailored solution to fit specific business objectives. This flexibility also enables companies to track AI agent usage and adjust their plans as they scale.
- Transparency: The pricing model is designed to be simple and transparent, giving customers full control over their AI agent usage. With starter usage included at no extra cost, businesses can gradually scale automated resolutions as their needs grow. Clear tracking across all channels ensures transparency in both performance and costs.
- Scalability: As customer interactions increase, Zendesk’s pricing model scales to meet growing demand. With an in-product dashboard offering visibility into automated resolution usage, businesses can monitor their AI integration and budget accordingly, preventing unexpected costs.
AI for All: Democratizing Customer Service Automation
Zendesk is ensuring that AI-powered CX solutions are accessible to all businesses by including AI agent capabilities in all Zendesk Suite and Support plans, with a starter level of usage available at no extra cost. This approach reflects Zendesk’s commitment to democratizing AI for customer service, allowing companies of all sizes to benefit from smarter, more efficient interactions.
As businesses continue to adopt AI to handle customer service at scale, Zendesk’s Outcome-Based Pricing represents a significant step forward. By aligning costs with the value delivered, Zendesk is not only leading the industry in innovation but also ensuring that businesses can continue to deliver world-class customer experiences while managing costs effectively.
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