What’s the BUZZ? — AI in Business

In this episode, Rod Schatz (Data & Digital Transformation Executive) and Andreas Welsch discuss how leaders can prepare their business for AI-generated disinformation. Rod shares his perspective on the risks of generative AI for disinformation and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to raise awareness within their organization. Key topics: - Determine how generative AI will contribute to digital disinformation - Develop strategic responses in a changing digital landscape - Establish a robust disinformation resilience framework Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Build AI literacy within your organization - Balance corporate goals and societal responsibility - Create an AI safety council and preparedness plan Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HG4aIN3_GOM *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Brian Evergreen (Founder & CEO, The Profitable Good Company & Author “Autonomous Transformation”) and Andreas Welsch discuss creating a human future with AI. Brian shares examples on human-machine collaboration and provides valuable tips for listeners looking to drive AI initiatives while keeping the impact on people in mind. Key topics: - Understand does AI drive autonomous transformation - Assess your options from reformation to transformation - Prepare for collaboration between humans and machines Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Focus on strategy & culture before technology - Classify your project from digital reformation to autonomous transformation - Manage organizations as social systems Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3ArPJEGyyfg *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Ramsay Brown (Founder & CEO, Mission Control) and Andreas Welsch discuss how leaders can trust generative AI in their business. Ramsay shares his perspective on responsible AI practices and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to implement AI. Key topics: - Hear the key questions for responsible AI - Address common AI trust challenges - Learn about the future of work with generative AI Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Align AI for ESG goals - Understand responsible AI greenwashing - Create better policies for AI use - Prepare for the future of work with AI - Take action to build trust in generative AI Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AOyITl4Khvg *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Maya Mikhailov (Founder & AI Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss how AI leaders can set expectations with their leadership. Maya shares examples of stakeholder management and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to balance excitement for AI with the due diligence needed for successful AI projects. Key topics: - Manage your senior leadership’s expectations - Make AI tangible for their leaders - Focus on generative AI Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Be realistic about what can be accomplished - Educate about different types of AI - View AI projects as a journey Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_9XrCpC1zFE *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Amit Arora (VP - Head of Product, Cyber Risk Solutions) and Andreas Welsch discuss how AI helps reinsurance companies assess cyber risk potential. Amit shares his story about teaching AI how to deal with previously unseen situations and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to learn about concrete AI scenarios in the industry. Key topics: - Learn how AI helps identify previously unknown risks - See how cyber risk insurance can be calculated more accurately in times of uncertainty - Understand who benefits from AI-based cyber risk assessments Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Deal with uncertainty of emerging cyber threats - Improve the customer journey for risk assessments - Understand how AI helps enterprises/ policyholders, insurances/ brokers, underwriters Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/--7OyAD_79U *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Tom Davenport (Professor & Author) and Andreas Welsch discuss how companies can transform their business with AI. Tom shares his perspective on creating new business modes based on AI and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to set up their company for successful AI projects. Key topics: - Find out how AI drives change - Achieve business outcomes from AI - Transfer experience to Generative AI Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Draw parallels from examples - Get stakeholder buy-in - Use generative AI for enterprise knowledge management Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IZktwsbfO0E *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Mary Purk (Executive Director, AI & Analytics Center at Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania) and Andreas Welsch discuss how AI leaders can help scale AI adoption across their company. Mary shares her learnings on AI adoption in business and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to benefit from both, deep academic and practical experience. Key topics: - Learn how to better run your AI programs - Drive adoption through effective collaboration - Focus on cross-collaboration for scalable AI adoption Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Explore and embrace ChatGPT - Encourage your team to use AI - Improve data stewardship Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YmGLgtvEAhA *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Alexander Leonida (Founder SilkFlo) and Andreas Welsch discuss why taking a multi-vendor approach for process automation is so popular. Alexander shares his perspective on multi-vendor strategies and provides valuable tips for listeners looking to provide maximum value to their business stakeholders. Key topics: - Understand multi- vs. single-vendor strategies - Determine fit for your organization - Learn about citizen development trends Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Gain leverage with suppliers - Adapt multi-vendor approach to company culture - Manage shadow IT via governance model Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/TH4tqx7XeP0 *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Shail Khiyara (Founder VOCAL Council), Frank Casale (Founder The Institute for RPA & AI), Ian Barkin (Entrepreneur & Investor), and Andreas Welsch discuss the trends that will shape AI and intelligent automation in 2023. Frank shares how technologies adjacent to RPA deliver value. Shail points to multi-vendor environments that have historically grown. And Ian emphasizes the need to stay relevant in today's market. They provide valuable advice for listeners looking to maximize their investment in intelligent automation and who would like to understand how generative AI might shape the way we work already in the near future. Key topics: - What’s next for established RPA organizations - How automation orchestration optimizes your operations - Generative AI’s impact on the future of work Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Expect to see a tipping point from automating to emulating knowledge work - Focus on people and culture for success - Stay current on technologies and trends to future-proof your career Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ll7XgaA_iJI *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Vijay Yadav (Director Quantitative Sciences - Digital, Data & Analytics) and Andreas Welsch discuss how allies and so-called pathfinders help navigate the organization and win support for Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects. Vijay shares his approach for identifying project supporters and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to remove common roadblocks in their AI program. Key topics: - Understand the most-common challenge in AI projects - Focus beyond technology for long-term success - Identify pathfinders remove roadblocks Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Determine key project stakeholders - Deliver business outcomes - Shape AI mindset among business stakeholders Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/d_iIXiUtyXI *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Vin Vashishta (AI Strategy Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss how you can define an AI strategy and put it into action. Vin shares examples on business and technology goals, and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to define their own AI strategy. Key topics: - Define the key aspects of an AI strategy - Measure your AI strategy's effectiveness - Describe which business aspects are influenced by an AI strategy Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Make your AI strategy actionable - Lead with business impact over technology - Create enormous amounts of value for the business Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EdRJ_gh53N0 *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Brian Pearce (Senior AI CoE Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss leading an AI CoE to success. Brian shares shares his journey on building and leading a CoE, and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to do the same. Key topics: - Understand the mandate of an AI CoE - Learn when AI CoE’s mission is done - Hear why a product mindset is key for AI Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Focus on delivering business value - Look beyond just building models - Engage with stakeholders as users of your product Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_V-MWGawqks *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Maxim Ioffe (Intelligent Automation Leader, WESCO Distribution) and Andreas Welsch discuss why a pragmatic approach to process automation is critical. Maxim shares examples of successful automation projects and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to achieve results from their automation program quickly. Key topics: - Take a pragmatic approach to AI & automation - Build and maintain an idea pipeline - Succeed in real-life projects Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Build a culture and awareness for automation - Develop a use case pipeline with your business stakeholders - Create momentum and cycle of ideation and implementation Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GUWVTD6ny1Q *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Chris Johannessen (Editor of the Journal of AI, Robotics and Workplace Automation) and Andreas Welsch discuss what to consider when setting up your Artificial Intelligence (AI) & automation Center of Excellence (CoE). Chris shares his career insights on creating CoEs and provides valuable advice for listeners considering whether to establish a CoE in their business. Key topics: - Determine if your business needs a CoE - Consider organizational models and components - Understand success criteria for CoEs Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Assess the organization’s maturity for a CoE model - Determine your mission, vision, and roadmap - Establish a digital presence to showcase your CoE Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dWxBEivAQTI *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Brandon Cosley (Director Artificial Intelligence) and Andreas Welsch discuss how business stakeholders can become more familiar with data science & Artificial Intelligence (AI). Brandon shares expertise on increasing AI literacy in business teams and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to get value from AI projects faster. Key topics: - Upskill your team on data science - Ask the right data science questions - Make work easier for the data science manager Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Understand the AI product lifecycle of data science - Maintain constant communication with domain experts - Find solutions through experimentation and alignment Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WIDlcDWKi6s *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Johan Steyn (Professor & Author) and Andreas Welsch discuss taking a common sense approach for Artificial Intelligence (AI). Johan shares his perspective on successful AI projects and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to learn from dozens of customer projects. Key topics: - Avoid common mistakes when investing in AI - Get genuine buy-in from business stakeholders - Apply common learnings in your AI projects Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Start with a people-first approach to AI - Balance profitability with people engagement - Assess if AI is the best solution Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/inZehIPVS_8 *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Asheesh Biyala (Director, Intelligent Automation) and Andreas Welsch discuss the key to building your automation culture. Asheesh shares his success story of successfully building an automation culture at multiple companies and provides valuable tips for listeners looking to accomplish the same. Key topics: - Create an automation culture - Tailor your program to your company - Develop use cases faster with a a strong automation culture Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Align your culture to your company’s vision and mission - Ensure continued support from IT and business leadership - Achieve early wins with champions Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JoYbWhnNPWc *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Sara Hanks (Senior Director Program Management) and Andreas Welsch discuss the top 3 learnings for new AI leaders. Sara shares learnings on becoming an AI program lead and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to move into a similar role in their business. Key topics: - Learn what to expect as an AI lead - Find out the top challenges in that role - Hear how to apply it to a new AI project Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Identify early adopters and keep them engaged - Think like a marketer and identify message for your stakeholders - Learn to prioritize which AI use cases to pursue Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z6J69rXGmmQ *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Ariana Smetana (Digital Transformation Expert), Noelle Silver (AI Ethics & Education Leader), Tolani Jaiye-Tikolo (Intelligent Automation Expert), and Andreas Welsch discuss building trust in Artificial Intelligence (AI) & automation. Ariana, Noelle, and Tolani share key insights on why keeping humans in the loop is a critical factor for trust in AI and provide valuable examples for listeners looking to introduce AI in their business. Key topics: - Start transformation project right - Build trust in AI with one simple action - Create automation balance with humans ‘in the loop’ Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Look at business value and business objectives first - Deliver on your automation promise to build trust - Keep a human in the loop to improve your data Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dHWICJ7l878 *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast

In this episode, Somil Gupta (Founder Algorithmic Scale), Kieran Gilmurray (Author & Digital Transformation Expert), and Andreas Welsch discuss how business leaders can win with AI. Somil and Kieran share their insights on what it means to digitally transform an organization and provide valuable tips for listeners looking to lead AI programs to success. Key topics: - Lead digital transformation programs - Monetize AI products & insights - Incorporate ethics from the start Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Take a holistic view across people, place, and platform - Increase revenue from AI when approached as a product - Make AI ethics a part of transformation and monetization projects Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VculKvDros8 *********** Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers. More details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcast