Field Service Palm Springs 2024

May 06 - 08, 2024

JW Marriott Desert Springs, Palm Springs, CA

Thomas Shanks

Director of Operations TK Elevator

        20+ years Elevator Industry Experience

  • 10 years as a field installation and service technician
  • Nine years combined management and engineering
  • Two years performing maintenance and modernization consulting services for major consulting firm 20+ years Elevator Industry Experience                                              
  • Specialty Focus  -- Service/Repair/Maintenance Operations Leadership, Product Lifecycle Management, Obsolescence Research and Development                 
  • Education History -- Degree: Industrial Management Technology (2003);  USAF Reserves (Engine Maintenance and Repair, 2002-2007); Elevator Industry Professional   (2003-Present)

MON, May 6: Deep-Dive Workshop Day

2:40 PM Sponsor Workshop 12 AI Results in Production: Deploying Service Resolution Intelligence in Field Service

Hear firsthand from service leaders successfully implementing AI for field service including results and key learnings for deployment including documentation, internationalization, change management, and adoption. We’ll discuss:

  • Top use cases for AI and ROI (actually in production)
  • Perception vs. reality once AI is rolled out (production vs. pilot)
  • How your AI strategy will evolve and expand over time
  • International deployment - bringing resolutions from countries and languages into a central AI hub

Learn how Neuron7 Service Resolution Intelligence is changing the game, helping customers get to 90%+ resolution accuracy faster with turn-by-turn guidance that brings together knowledge from thousands of people, data sources, and interactions across complex service environments.  

TUE, May 7: Tech and Service Innovation

4:55 PM PANEL Technician Burnout: Proven Ways to Support Work/Life Balance to Enhance Career Growth and the Customer Experience

Field technicians are the backbone of service organizations, working tirelessly to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. The around-the-clock demands of the job, however, can often lead to burnout and have a negative impact on employee morale and, ultimately, the customer experience. This session will explore proven ways to develop a more nurturing culture that supports work/life balance as the line between business and personal continues to blur.

Learn to recognize early symptoms of burnout, as well as best practices to promote work/life balance. Gain insights into how to create a more supportive work environment, including clearly defining the “workday,” flexible scheduling, employee recognition programs and mental and physical health resources. Additionally, discover how to leverage technology to streamline workflows and reduce the burden on field technicians.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Thomas.

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