Schwab Announces Patent Pending Data Analytics Algorithm
New approach to using data to improve client experience underscores Schwab’s rapid digital innovation
Schwab’s proprietary algorithm analyzes billions of pieces of client data in order to detect clients’ intent and automatically adapt to client-led changes in behavior and Schwab-led changes in the user experience. This enables Schwab to understand what clients attempt to do online and identify opportunities to improve the client experience. The ability to detect the client's intent in real-time now gives Schwab the ability to build more efficient and seamless client experiences.
These client behavior insights can also be used in other channels to serve clients faster and more personally, such as seamlessly connecting a call-in client to the right representative based upon what they have recently been researching online, saving the client time on the phone. Schwab expects to use the new algorithm to make a range of client activities more efficient. For example, if a client attempts to conduct a wire transfer online but then calls the Schwab service line, they can be immediately directed to the team that can help with that type of transaction by phone. Additionally, the algorithm surfaces the web pages and searches that are driving highest call volumes, enabling Schwab to pinpoint client roadblocks and make those experiences easier and more intuitive.
The patent-pending algorithm was developed by Schwab’s Data Analytics & Insights team led by
In discussing the development of the new algorithm, Cyriac says, “We are proud of the focus and progress we are making to put data to work to improve our clients’ experiences and anticipate their needs. In order to serve our clients holistically across business lines and channels, we must analyze their journey in the same manner in which they live it: they experience Schwab as a single entity regardless of whether they are trading, opening a brokerage account or resetting a pin on their debit card. Our goal is to meet clients where they are and help them accomplish what they need to do as quickly and seamlessly as possible.”
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Charles Schwab
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