Empathy in Action: Building Accessibility at ServiceNow

In this episode of TechBytes, host Bobby Brill is joined by Eamon McErlean and Tony Morales from ServiceNow to explore the vital role of accessibility in technology. As leaders in inclusive Gen AI, they emphasize the importance of integrating accessibility into product development from the ground up. Through personal experiences and industry insights, Eamon and Tony illustrate how empathy enhances accessibility awareness and drives change. The conversation highlights new initiatives at ServiceNow, the transformative role of AI in accessibility, and the importance of creating inclusive software that benefits everyone. This candid discussion also touches on personal experiences with disabilities and the business advantages of prioritizing accessibility in the tech industry.

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Guests -
Eamon McErlean - VP and Global Head of Accessibility
Tony Morales - Sr. Accessibility Inclusion Manager/Lead
Host -
Bobby Brill

00:00 Introduction to Accessibility
00:27 Meet Eamon McErlean
01:29 Understanding Accessibility at ServiceNow
02:32 Tony Morales' Journey
04:07 ServiceNow's Accessibility Initiatives
09:55 The Importance of Empathy in Accessibility
26:06 AI and Accessibility: A Game Changer
31:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of TechBytes, Mark Hopper from the platform product team talks about generative AI at ServiceNow (Now Assist). Gen AI technology accelerates work across the ServiceNow product spectrum, especially in the areas of agents and fulfillers, end-user self-service, and developing Now applications. Mark also describes how Now Assist supports enterprise-specific LLMs to drive customer outcomes and extend into the broader ServiceNow partner ecosystem. And he gives us a look at developments for Now Assist on the horizon.

Guest - Mark Hopper
Host - Steve Miller
Producer – Christopher Price

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In this episode of Tech Bytes, host Bobby Brill talks with Carol Valdez, Director of Content Design at ServiceNow, about the intricacies of UX writing. They discuss the importance of clarity over cleverness in software interfaces, the evolving role of AI in content creation, and practical insights on designing user experiences with precision. Valdez highlights the collaborative nature of content design, the balance between human judgment and AI assistance, and the critical role of terminology. Aspiring UX writers will find valuable tips on simplifying complex concepts and working effectively with AI tools to enhance their content design processes.

00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:15 The Role of Writing in UX
01:27 The Importance of Words in UI
02:42 Content Design at ServiceNow
04:18 Challenges in Writing for Interfaces
05:54 Collaborative Content Creation
12:32 AI in Content Design
14:23 Advice for New Writers

Guest - Carol Valdez
Host - Bobby Brill

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