Exploring UXR at ServiceNow: Enhancing AI Control and ServiceNow University

In this episode, we delve into the realm of User Experience Research (UXR) at ServiceNow with guests Jesse Livingston, Eric Liu, and Tori Morrison. Eric Liu discusses the advancements and challenges in AI governance and the development of AI Control Tower to help companies manage their AI assets responsibly. Tori Morrison introduces ServiceNow University and its focused approach on enabling users to develop specific skills through personalized learning pathways and innovative tools like conversational AI chat. The episode highlights ServiceNow's commitment to integrating customer feedback into product development and providing robust learning resources to enhance user experiences.

For more information, please read Anand Tharanathan's Article: https://www.servicenow.com/community/in-other-news/how-customer-insights-shaped-servicenow-university-and-ai/ba-p/3317295

And to check out the Product Lab: https://servicenowproductlab.com/

On this episode -

Eric Liu: Sr. Staff UX Researcher, AI/ML
Tori Morrison: Senior UX Researcher
Jesse Livingston: Research Communication Manager
Bobby Brill: Host

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

00:27 Understanding User Experience Research (UXR)

02:32 Introducing Eric Leo and AI Control Tower

06:44 Challenges and Solutions in AI Governance

12:23 ServiceNow University: Empowering Users

17:40 Personalization and Gamification in Learning

22:42 Conclusion and Further Resources

 

ServiceNow Training and Certification: http://www.servicenow.com/services/training-and-certification.html

ServiceNow Community: https://community.servicenow.com/community

For general information about ServiceNow, visit: http://www.servicenow.com

 

 

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In this solo episode, Lauren shares a practical crash course on getting started with content creation as a ServiceNow developer. From choosing your audience and generating ideas to scripting, recording, editing, and promotion, she breaks down simple, low-cost strategies to help you create engaging, consistent content. 

⏱️ Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction
• 03:27 Part 1 - Ideation
• 09:44 Part 2 - Construction
• 16:12 Part 3 - Recording
• 21:39 Part 4 - Editing
• 33:41 Part 5 - Promotion
• 37:14 Conclusion

🔗 Links 

• World Forums Registration 
• The ServiceNow Developer Site
• The Developer Advocate Blog

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When we think about digital transformation, most people picture engineers, coders, or the CIO. But the real heroes often sit outside of IT - people like Becky in Finance, HR leaders, procurement teams, and legal advisors.

In this episode, Kat and Pete dive into why transformation only sticks when organisations empower these unsung heroes. From employee experience to automation, self-service, and AI, we explore how everyday change agents are driving sustainable innovation.

👉 What you’ll learn:

• Why transformation is enterprise-wide - not just IT’s job

• How HR and finance are shaping employee experience and business outcomes

• The power of self-service and AI to unlock capacity for teams

• How to measure impact and sustain change beyond phase one

• Why recognising and empowering your “Beckys” is critical to success

Whether you’re in finance, HR, legal, or IT, this conversation shows how transformation is about people first, technology second.

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Governing AI – Welcome to AI Control Tower
Episode Overview 

Governance accelerates AI success. Control enables innovation. In this premiere episode, we explore how ServiceNow governs AI at scale through AI Control Tower, a groundbreaking solution that transforms how enterprises manage their artificial intelligence landscape. 

Host Bobby Brill brings together three visionary leaders. They reveal the hidden AI sprawl within enterprises. They expose the risks. And they illuminate a path forward - one where governance and innovation dance in perfect harmony, where control mechanisms become the very foundation of sustainable AI transformation. 

The Conversation
AI is everywhere. Sometimes visible, often hidden, always expanding. Our experts navigate the complex terrain of enterprise AI governance, from shadow AI implementations that operate beyond IT oversight to the regulatory frameworks demanding immediate attention. Ravi Krishnamurthy, Vice President of Product Management for AI Platform and Responsible AI, unveils AI Control Tower—a solution that brings clarity to chaos. Sampada Chavan, Senior Principal Product Manager, demonstrates how regulatory compliance becomes achievable through systematic governance. Peter Weigt, Sr. Director of Inbound Product Management for Responsible AI, challenges conventional thinking about the innovation paradox and reveals governance as the strategic enabler organizations desperately need. 

Discovery meets responsibility. Compliance meets creativity. Control meets capability. 

 

Expert Panel 

Ravi Krishnamurthy | Vice President of Product Management, AI Platform and Responsible AI 

Sampada Chavan | Senior Principal Product Manager, AI Control Tower 

Peter Weigt | Sr. Director, Inbound Product Management, Responsible AI 

Host: Bobby Brill 

 

00:00 Introduction to Governing AI at Scale 

00:31 Meet the Experts 

00:54 Hidden AI in Your Enterprise 

02:56 Discovery and Responsible AI Practices 

11:28 The Innovation Paradox 

14:59 AI Control Tower and Governance 

19:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

 

Links to AICT deep-dive blogs: 

https://www.servicenow.com/community/now-assist-articles/part-0-our-journey-to-the-ai-control-tower-nbsp/ta-p/3280295 

https://www.servicenow.com/community/now-assist-articles/part-1-the-gathering-storm-ai-s-rising-tension-nbsp/ta-p/3280309 

https://www.servicenow.com/community/now-assist-articles/part-2-the-architecture-of-control-building-the-ai-control-tower/ta-p/3344257 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Kat and Pete take to the Melbourne office golf course to discuss four game-changing shifts in how organisations are thinking about the role of technology - because nothing says “serious business” like holding a putter while talking about AI.

In between questionable golf swings and champagne references, they share real stories from the field, ideas that might just blow up your old playbook, and a few jokes that should probably have been left in the clubhouse.

⛳️ If you’re still playing by the old rules, this is your official intervention.

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In this episode, get introduced to ServiceNow's latest offering, Horizon, the source of truth for experience design at ServiceNow, empowering creators to design better enterprise experiences. Joining the conversation are Brian Zaik and AJ Siegel from ServiceNow, who share their insights and experiences with this innovative design system. They discuss Horizon's role as a central resource for designing experiences on the ServiceNow AI platform, making it easier for both seasoned designers and those new to the field.

Brian elaborates on the significance of Horizon as a single destination for all things related to UX design within the ServiceNow ecosystem. He explains how Horizon simplifies the process of creating workflows and applications by offering detailed documentation and interactive examples. AJ adds to the discussion by emphasizing the platform's capacity to enhance user experience and productivity, reflecting on his decade-long journey at ServiceNow and the evolution in UX priorities.

The episode also covers how Horizon integrates AI capabilities into design strategies, providing a resource that remains updated with the latest trends and best practices. Brian and AJ discuss the expected future developments and additional resources that will be added to Horizon, ensuring it stays at the cutting edge of design and technology. Whether you're a developer, designer, or ServiceNow partner, this episode offers valuable insights into leveraging Horizon to create impactful and user-friendly solutions.

Find out more about Horizon - https://horizon.servicenow.com/
Watch on YouTube 

Guests:
Brian Zaik - Principal Inbound Product Manager, Design System
AJ Siegel - Director, Design Enablement Strategy

Host: Bobby Brill

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions
01:37 What is Horizon?
04:07 The Importance of UX in ServiceNow
06:02 Design Systems and Their Impact
12:37 AI Integration in Horizon
22:29 Future Developments and Roadmap
26:58 Wrap up

 

 

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Understanding Agentic AI with Rita Castillo In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of Agentic AI with Rita Castillo, VP, Design – AI Platform Experiences. Rita illuminates how AI is becoming seamlessly woven into our daily routines, elevating automation and tackling intricate challenges. Rita deconstructs the shift from deterministic workflows to agentic systems, which can independently manage tasks while upholding ethical and security standards. We uncover the capabilities of Now Assist, the orchestrator, and specialized AI agents that unite to deliver tailored, effective, and reliable solutions. Rita also delves into the future potential of AI to unleash human creativity and propel business metamorphosis. Check out this episode for a profound dialogue on the transformative influence of AI in our professional and personal spheres.

Guest - Rita Castillo, VP, Design – AI Platform Experiences
Host - Bobby Brill

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
03:15 Introduction to Agentic AI
05:11 Examples and Applications of Agentic AI
08:12 Autonomy in AI Systems
11:12 Deterministic Workflows and AI Learning
13:16 AI Agents and Orchestrators
17:56 Future of Agentic AI and Ethical Considerations
23:56 Large Scale Applications and Business Transformation
26:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

ServiceNow Training and Certification: http://www.servicenow.com/services/training-and-certification.html
ServiceNow Community: https://community.servicenow.com/community
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Welcome to Break Point: the ServiceNow Developer Podcast! In this episode of Break Point, we had the pleasure of interviewing Sr. Manager of Inbound Product Management, David Murch, about the creation of the C3 app: the now very famous collectible card experience built for ServiceNow events like Knowledge and the World Forums. They dive into how mobile capabilities were essential to the app's success, its rapid development timeline, and the collaborative effort behind it. The episode ALSO previews new mobile features in the Zurich release and offers guidance for developers looking to get started with mobile app development on ServiceNow.

⏱️ Timestamps

• 00:00 Welcome & Introductions 
• 09:43 What Is C3?
• 14:29 The Construction of the C3 Experience
• 16:39 What Was the Hardest Part About Making C3?
• 24:05 What Do You Want People Walking Away From C3 Knowing?
• 26:29 C3 V2 Plans
• 29:07 Mobile Platform Zurich Enhancements
• 35:24 Mobile SDK and Builder Experiences Zurich Enhancements
• 41:37 Where to Start Your Mobile Enablement Journey 4
• 3:08 Conclusions & Outro

🔗 Links ServiceNow Mobile App Building

• Mobile App Building Product Docs
• Mobile App Academy Playlist
• TechNow EP100 Registration
• The ServiceNow World Forums 
• The ServiceNow Developer Site
• The Developer Advocate Blog 

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We all know someone who thinks GenAI can do literally everything (probably the same person who says “let’s circle back” in every meeting). 🙄

In our latest episode, Pete & Kat dive into:

✅ Why “AI-washing” is the new greenwashing
✅ Use cases that ACTUALLY matter (and save your weekends!)
✅ How guardrails and trust will make or break your AI strategy
✅ Why the future is human-led, AI-augmented

If you’re still waiting on the platform, this train is leaving the station FAST. Winners won’t be those with the flashiest tools - they’ll be the ones with trustworthy AI and people on board.

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Did your CRM promise a utopia but delivered a fancy Rolodex with a UX degree?

Join Pete and Kat as they bravely poke the sacred cow of CRM and ask the tough questions like:

❓ Why does your telco need seven days and a séance to fix your modem? 
❓ Why does your virtual agent sound like a confused intern filling out a colour chart?
❓ And why does it still take 5.2 days to solve a problem that should take 30 minutes?

It’s the CRM roast you didn’t know you needed - with real data, real frustration, and a really broken Wi-Fi modem.

🧠 Expect:

• Insights from the customer service research report
• Tales of tech trauma and loyalty on life support
• A vision for fixing the “messy middle” with workflow orchestration and GenAI
• ...and a heartfelt plea: "Do it for Kat. Please. She’s still on hold."

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