Outset AI

Outset AI is an advanced AI tool that transforms research by conducting and synthesizing video, audio, and usability sessions. It provides in-depth AI-moderated conversations and analysis at a large scale, making it a powerful tool for researchers who need to gather meaningful insights quickly and efficiently.

What is Outset AI Used For?

Outset AI is used to streamline research processes by automating interviews and usability tests with participants. It allows businesses to conduct in-depth conversations and extract critical insights through AI-driven conversations and automatic synthesis of data. This tool is perfect for companies looking to test concepts, designs, and understand their customers at a deeper level, and at a scale that traditional methods cannot match.

Key Features of Outset AI

1. AI-Moderated Conversations: Conduct AI-driven interviews to gather in-depth responses from participants, allowing researchers to gain richer insights.
2. Customizable AI Interviewer: Tailor the AI interviewer by choosing a persona, adding a discussion guide, and specifying moderator instructions.
3. Audio and Video Mode: Capture real-time audio and video recordings for deeper analysis and more nuanced feedback.
4. Stimulus Testing: AI can share images or videos with participants, helping to test new concepts, designs, or marketing materials.
5. Multilingual Support: Participants can choose their preferred language, making the tool accessible for global research.
6. Automatic Synthesis: Outset AI identifies common themes, tags important conversations, and extracts key quotes, saving hours of manual work.

Benefits of Using Outset AI

• Efficient Research: Outset AI automates the process of conducting interviews and synthesizing results, saving valuable time for researchers.
• Enhanced Insights: With AI moderation, users receive more detailed responses and follow-ups, providing a clearer understanding of participants' views.
• Scalable and Flexible: Whether for small or large research projects, Outset AI scales to meet the needs of researchers.
• Secure Data Handling: Outset AI ensures data security through Azure OpenAI Service, ensuring full anonymity for participants.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does Outset AI streamline research processes?
   Outset AI automates interviews and synthesizes data, saving time and effort for researchers by generating instant insights, allowing for quicker and more efficient research.
2. Can I customize the AI interviewer for my specific study?
   Yes, Outset AI allows you to build your own AI interviewer by adding your discussion guide, selecting the moderator language, and creating a custom persona to fit the needs of your study.
3. Does Outset AI support video interviews?
   Yes, Outset AI offers video mode, allowing researchers to gather visual feedback from participants, enhancing the depth of insights obtained from interviews.
4. Is Outset AI secure to use for sensitive data?
   Yes, Outset AI is built on the secure Azure OpenAI Service, ensuring that all data is fully anonymized, and no models are trained on your data, guaranteeing confidentiality.
5. What types of research can be conducted with Outset AI?
   Outset AI supports a variety of research methods, including strategic research, tactical research, concept testing, usability testing, and customer experience analysis across different industries.