Singapore – Singapore Airlines has forged a partnership with OpenAI to develop GenAI solutions enhancing its operations and customer experience. The partnership aims to streamline the airline’s processes and improve staff productivity.
Through the partnership, SIA will have new tools augmenting its customer servicing capabilities, able to interpret text, audio, diagrams, and videos.
Building on SIA’s current AI features on its website, OpenAI will help improve its virtual assistant. The enhanced AI assistant will offer more intuitive experiences for customers planning their trips.
The virtual assistant is set to deliver personalised support for booking and managing destinations and travel processes by expanding self-service capabilities. It aims to provide a more cohesive experience for customers to boost engagement with SIA.
Meanwhile, SIA’s staff will also benefit from the automation of operational tasks. Through the OpenAI tool, the staff can access and process information more quickly, enabling better decision-making and problem-solving.
Additionally, SIA will be integrating OpenAI’s model with its existing tools to assist in flight crew scheduling, considering regulations and manpower availability.
George Wang, senior vice president information technology at Singapore Airlines, said, “This collaboration with OpenAI exemplifies Singapore Airlines’ commitment to digital innovation and leadership in the airline industry. By harnessing cutting-edge AI solutions, we will enhance operational efficiency and staff productivity, and elevate the end-to-end customer experience, helping the SIA Group retain its industry-leadership position.”
“Singapore Airlines has long been known for its leadership in innovation and service. We are excited to work with SIA and explore how advanced AI can enhance the travel experience, empower employees, and optimise complex operations,” Oliver Jay, managing director, international at OpenAI, said.