<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Customer support achieved 60-80% deflection rates with AI, handling routine inquiries efficiently.Sales is now following support's lead with AI Account Executives handling routine transactions.Companies like Decagon and Intercom are paving the way for AI in sales interactions.AI's impact on sales is imminent, with deflection rates set to increase steadily.Sales leaders should prepare for AI handling routine sales, freeing reps for complex deals.