All the wrong ways to think about AI customer support

Mux has introduced two AI-assisted support experiences—an "Ask AI" button in their documentation and an AI conversational flow on their support page—after an initial unsuccessful attempt at AI-assisted support. The company emphasizes that AI is not meant to replace human agents but to enhance the customer support experience by providing instant responses, application-specific context, and language flexibility. Mux stresses the importance of ongoing maintenance and care for AI systems, likening it to tending a garden, to ensure continuous improvement and reliability. The AI support aims to complement, not deflect, human interaction, underscoring the importance of clear communication that users are interacting with AI, while maintaining easy access to human support. Responses from AI are designed to include links to guides and primary sources to facilitate user understanding and resolution of issues. As the field evolves, Mux remains committed to leveraging AI's strengths to benefit their customers, acknowledging that the principles guiding their approach may need to adapt over time.