Episodes

  • Creating Multimedia Content at Scale with AI
    Feb 26 2025

    In this episode, ServiceNow’s multimedia team—Dana Haines, Macy Douglas, and Bobby Brill—discuss the process of creating high-quality video content for the company’s documentation site and YouTube channel. They explain how they use AI-powered tools like Gemini, Writer, and Well Said Labs to streamline their workflows and maintain a consistent tone and style across their videos. The team also reveals their ambitious goal of producing over 400 pieces of video content this year, including tutorials, product demos, and procedure videos, to better support customers and enhance the overall user experience.

    Guests - Dana Haines and Macy Douglas

    Host - Bobby Brill

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    16 mins
  • Empathy in Action - Building Accessibility at ServiceNow
    Feb 12 2025

    In this episode, Bobby Brill is joined by ServiceNow's Global Head of Accessibility Customer Engagement, Alaina Beaver and Accessibility Lead, Tony Morales to discuss accessibility at ServiceNow. They explore the concept of accessibility and its relationship to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Alaina shares her perspective on promoting accessibility to customers and the significance of customer engagement. Tony delves into internal accessibility initiatives and the advantages of having an accessibility product team. They both stress the importance of organizations making accessibility a priority, both internally and externally, to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all.

    Guests - Tony Morales and Alaina Beaver
    Host - Bobby Brill

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    29 mins
  • The Humanities and Technology
    Jan 29 2025

    In this thought-provoking conversation, Roberto Bacci, Ryan Dux, and Midam Kim discuss why the humanities are more important than ever in the age of AI. They explore the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in innovation. The conversation also highlights the role of the humanities in improving the capabilities of AI, making it more human-friendly, trustworthy, and responsible. Our guests share their insights on the skills required to transition from the humanities to technology, emphasizing the need for flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn new tools and concepts. They conclude with advice to listeners in humanities and liberal arts fields on how to start and navigate a career in technology.

    Guests - Roberto Bacci, Ryan Dux, Midam Kim
    Host - Bobby Brill

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    33 mins
  • Building Trust in AI with ServiceNow's Now Assist Guardian
    Nov 20 2024

    In this episode of TechBytes, AI Governance Product Manager at ServiceNow, Louis Philip Morin, discusses the critical aspects of trust in AI. The conversation delves into the challenges of creating AI experiences free from toxic and malicious language, highlighting the role of Now Assist Guardian in customizing user experiences. The episode explores the nuances of offensive language, prompt injections, and hallucinations in AI, emphasizing the importance of user control, transparency, and the ethical considerations in handling AI-generated content. Morin explains the importance of trust, user feedback, and the collaborative efforts between ServiceNow and its customers to ensure AI tools are effective and reliable.

    00:00 Introduction to AI Behavior Challenges
    00:16 Welcome and Introduction to Louis Philip Morin
    00:54 The Importance of Trust in AI
    01:29 Understanding Now Assist Guardian
    02:04 Challenges in AI User Experience
    06:25 Dealing with Offensive and Toxic Content
    10:11 Methods for Identifying and Handling Offensive Content
    15:29 Cultural Sensitivity and Regional Differences
    18:00 User Control and Transparency in AI
    20:59 Balancing AI Accuracy and User Trust
    21:54 Conclusion and Future Directions

    Host - Bobby Brill
    Guest - Louis Philip Morin

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    23 mins
  • Empathy in Action: Building Accessibility at ServiceNow with Eamon McErlean and Tony Morales
    Oct 16 2024

    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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    34 mins
  • Generative AI at ServiceNow with Mark Hopper
    Aug 21 2024

    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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    17 mins
  • Enhancing User Experiences with Words and AI - with Carol Valdez
    Jul 24 2024

    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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    15 mins
  • Collaborative Work Management - with Doug Page and Irene Vieth
    Jun 5 2024

    In this episode of TechBytes, product managers Doug Page and Irene Vieth talk about Collaborative Work Management (CWM), a new application to help plan, visualize, and collaborate on informal work tasks. CWM captures work that often falls through the cracks of formal project management by centralizing it in a user-friendly space with customizable features. Irene and Doug explain specific features like customizable columns, automations, and collaborative documents. They also provide insights into CWM’s development, future enhancements, practical use cases, and how to get started.

    Guest - Doug Page and Irene Vieth
    Host - Steve Miller
    Episode Producer - Chris Price

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    21 mins