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How can salespeople stand out in the age of AI? Alexander Liddle, EMEA Sales Director at PwC, shares why it’s not just about using technology—it’s about adding your unique twist to create real value. In this must-watch interview with Robert Jinnett, Alex discusses how strategic use of AI can help sales teams differentiate themselves, but true competitive advantage comes from what you bring to the table. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/esu7q2hF

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The 2025 CIO and Tech Executive Agenda is officially out. Over the years, the roles of CEOs and CFOs have seen significant shifts -- reflecting changing priorities and strategies. Understanding these trends is crucial for aligning your org's leadership with future demands. Dive into the insights and prepare your leadership team for challenges ahead. Gartner for IT | #GartnerIT #Leadership #CIOAgenda #ExecutiveTrends

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Just wanted to reiterate our support for this push for better and more stable support for growth-stage startups. Ian Merricks, FBCS FRSA and the team at VenturePath have taken the lead but there is an active and UK-wide startup support ecosystem right behind them. Also, make sure that the support isn't just for startup bros. We need all the startup talent we can get. Want to find out more? Read the article and link below 👇 👀 IoT Tribe Capital Enterprise John Spindler EURO_GENDEX #startups #scaleups #vc #fundraising #womenfounders

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On the AI journey, it's really important to think through the changes your organisation will need to go through to harness the real potential - read more in our whitepaper - link below 👇 #AI #AIAdoption #EnableWithAI

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"Over 30% of Fortune Global 500 companies are investing in generative AI, but 85% of their announced initiatives are focused on incremental innovations". Need a hand working out an AI strategy that cuts through the noise and delivers genuine business value? DM me - the team at 4mation Technologies can help. #AI #innovation #generativeAI

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12 Bold Predictions About the Future of Technology In his TED talk (https://lnkd.in/digaGyU7), renowned businessman and venture capitalist Vinod Khosla makes bold predictions about the future of technology and its impact on society. The tech optimist believes that innovations often come not from experts fixated on the past, but from bold entrepreneurs dreaming of the impossible. Five years ago, he predicted how AI would generate music. Predictions 🟣 Computers will be everywhere, like electricity. They will become part of everyday things - refrigerators, mirrors, bicycles. They will work automatically, adapting to us. People will no longer have to learn how to use computers. 🟣 Transport revolution. In 25 years, most cars in cities will be replaced by faster and more accessible driverless transport. Such a public transport system is already being created in San Jose. 🟣 Supersonic flights will become generally available. People will be able to fly from one continent to another in a matter of hours, making the world “closer”. 🟣 Free healthcare. Thanks to AI, every person on the planet will be able to access free medical care 24/7. 🟣 Education for all. Every child will be able to receive a free education from AI teachers. 🟣 Automation of labor. Billions of robots will be able to do more work than all of humanity today. This will free people from routine and difficult tasks. 🟣 Preventive medicine. Healthcare systems will focus not so much on treatment as on disease prevention. 🟣 New proteins and fertilizers. The development of technologies will lead to the emergence of environmentally friendly proteins and fertilizers that are more effective and safer for the environment. 🟣 Transition to nuclear fusion. Thermonuclear energy will replace coal and gas power plants. 🟣 Sustainable development. Entrepreneurs will find solutions to reduce carbon emissions. Technologies will emerge that will help combat climate change. 🟣 New technologies for mining. Resources will be searched for and extracted at a depth of kilometers under the Earth's surface. 🟣 Creativity and artificial intelligence. The level of creativity in entertainment and design will increase thanks to integration with AI. https://lnkd.in/digaGyU7

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An @IBM Institute for Business Value study shows 62% of execs surveyed plan to accelerate digital transformation and cloud adoption. Why? This story featuring Coca-Cola European Partners is eye-opening. Get the story to explore why the world's largest Coca-Cola bottler is moving ahead with IBM in an open hybrid cloud environment that includes @SAP workloads. #hybridcloud

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Protecting the core whilst driving technological operational excellence may not sound sexy, it is a necessity and should be a key mandate by CEO's and Boards. #leadershipmatters #operationalexcellence #technologyproductivity https://lnkd.in/gfmq4s3j

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Following on from the success of the launch of our book on Business Aligned IT Strategy, Optimize has launched a new book 'AI by Default: Exploring the Rise of Artificial Intelligence and Its Business Impact'. Written rapidly and interactively using OpenAI's ChatGPT to help author, this book is an example of the disruptive influence of AI, and how business needs to seriously consider how to take advantage of AI technologies.   The book is also accompanied by an AI Assistant bookbot as well online tools to assess and enhance your organization's approach to AI opportunities. 3 complementary components of your AI toolkit! 📖 Book Highlights:   - 'AI by Default' offers a guide to the rise of AI, and how your organisation should be looking towards gaining benefits from its inevitable deployment. - Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in today's world, revolutionizing industries and reshaping the way businesses operate. From intelligent automation to advanced data analytics, AI has become a key driver of innovation, productivity, and growth.   - Available on Kindle and Amazon (paperback, hardback). See https://lnkd.in/esZWMDCi   📈 Online Assessment Tools:   - Assess how well your organization's AI strategy and approaches align with best practices   - Identify where business value can be derived from the use of AI   - See https://optitoolkit.com for a live demo, further details and how to subscribe   🤖 AI Assistant BookBot:   - Get instant answers to your AI Strategy questions from the AI Assistant BookBot   - Explore the book online, page by page, with our interactive AI BookBot   - See https://ai-bookbot.com for a live demo, further details and how to subscribe     Get started on using AI for business benefit today!     #AIByDefault #ITStrategy #BookLaunch #DigitalTransformation #BusinessInnovation  

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Although it’s not surprising that CEOs are interested in AI and GenAI, the depth and extent of their interest are unusual — likely reflecting the highly disruptive nature of AI. Subscribe now for more actionable, objective insight on timely topics that directly affect you and your team. #ArtificialIntelligence #CEO #AI #GenerativeAI

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As UK businesses navigate the AI landscape, 31% call it a 'game-changer'. It's a telling sign that AI has transitioned from a mere tech trend to a cornerstone of strategic business operations. But transformation lies not just in adoption, but in strategic integration. Your AI journey is only as robust as the infrastructure driving it. And that's where Lenovo steps in – bringing to the table AI-tailored infrastructures that empower your business to harness the full potential of AI. We deliver an environment where your AI doesn't just exist – it thrives, spearheading innovation and decision-making. We're dedicated to providing a software-defined, scalable storage architecture that's seamlessly integrated with hybrid cloud capabilities, underpinning our promise that Lenovo is not just an option but the pertinent choice for powering your AI initiatives. Are you ready to transform your AI journey from a strategic advantage to a powerhouse? #StrategicAI #LenovoEdge #AIIntegration

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💡Logically enough generative is mostly tied to objectives of content generation, whether it is for sales and marketing or product management. 🤔As far as I see and hear it as a consultant and advisor, the fact that translation is not at the top of that list is due to a) legacy translation practices and tools still in use b) the use of generative AI to generate and create content directly in other languages in some organizations. Change in content management processes takes time like it happened with other technologies previously. And this ranking of use cases will have to be updated too. 👉I look forward to sharing a couple of business cases on this topic from the trenches during upcoming events - details will follow.

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Work can be so much more than a job. It can be exhilarating, exciting, groundbreaking. It can, and does, change the world. In fact, changing the world doesn't happen without work. So if work = changing the world; then WHO we work with = the time it takes to do so. Whether that be the teams you work with and for, or the clients you serve. And here's my gloat, because I am truly blessed. I get to work WITH amazing people every day from across IBM and my client WPP, I get to work FOR incredibly inspiring people who capture and lay out a vision so clearly Nicola Hodson "Never trust a company who doesn't show you their code!" AND I get to work with and SERVE a truly ground breaking client in WPP whose vision is market leading! Stephan Pretorius. Quite simply, i couldn't be prouder!!! Watch this space...more to come!!! #change #genai #techforgood #LTW24 #WPP #IBM

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Watch Distinguished VP Analyst Mary Mesaglio dissect what the 2024 Gartner CEO Survey revealed. Comfort with risk taking is inherent in the CEO role — and that absolutely extends to generative AI, according to the 2024 Gartner CEO Survey. Explore the executive’s guide to understanding, implementing and planning for the future of GenAI: https://gtnr.it/3VGipEZ #CEO #GenerativeAI #GenAI

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CI&T has helped our clients - including some of the largest banks in LatAm - accelerate end to end engineering processes by up to 50% by leveraging generative AI. But this doesn’t happen overnight. This is a great piece on lessons learned and the challenges organizations will face as they embrace Gen AI. #ciandt #GenAI #Future

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Last week in Málaga with the Accenture EMEA Data and AI leadership team was a time for reflection, but more importantly, planning for how we can help our clients tackle the challenges ahead. As we climbed the hill to the top of the fort, overlooking the iconic bullring, it struck me how our clients, much like the matador in the arena, face constant battles—market disruption, evolving customer demands, and the pace of technological change. In FY24, we helped many of them harness the power of GenAI, enabling breakthroughs that have not only kept them competitive but allowed them to lead in their industries. But as every great leader knows, staying at the top requires constant innovation and the ability to navigate ever-growing challenges. Looking ahead to FY25, our focus is on guiding clients through their next climb—helping them take full advantage of GenAI to drive efficiencies, unlock new opportunities, and secure their leadership positions. With the right strategy and tools, we can support them not just in fighting their battles, but in truly mastering the arena. I’m incredibly excited about the journey ahead and proud to be part of a team committed to our clients’ success. #GenAI #Accenture #ClientSuccess #Innovation #Leadership #AI #DigitalTransformation Matt Prebble, Senthil (Sen) Ramani, Pankaj Sodhi

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