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Do you know the two biggest factors driving AI adoption? (Hint: It has nothing to do with technology.) It has everything to do with the collaboration between different departments and teams within your organization. It boils down to: 1) Trust  2) Empathy Last week, our leaders Manish Hirapara, Rob Petrosino, and Stephen Garber at Third Level explored the importance of building an AI-ready culture and the human side of AI outcomes in our webinar, Building an AI-Ready Culture. Weren’t able to attend? Watch the webinar on-demand 👉  https://lnkd.in/df2dpcEW We've summarized a few key insights below for a quick glimpse of what was discussed. For a deep dive into all the actionable strategies, make sure to watch the full webinar.

Highlights from Session 4-D at the #CDOIQ Symposium! David Paget Brown, SVP – Head of Operations, North America at Modak and Dr. Mark Ramsey, Managing Partner at Ramsey International LLC, led an engaging session on “Beyond Buzzword: The Power of Specialized GenAI.” They emphasized the necessity of specialized #AI over generic models for achieving real ROI. Key takeaways included: - The pitfalls of general-purpose language models and the benefits of specialized AI. - Real-world challenges and solutions in building #GenAI solutions. - Achieving 99% accuracy with lower costs through specialized AI. - Addressing issues like user intent, data access control, PII detection, and API integration. - Practical lessons and trade-offs for implementing enterprise-level GenAI solutions. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of the GenAI journey and strategies to overcome common roadblocks, ensuring their AI initiatives drive tangible business results. Stay tuned for more insights from #CDOIQ2024! Learn more ➡️https://lnkd.in/gfSUUw-6 #CDO #datamanagement #datagovernance #datascience #analytics

We just wrapped up our last panel: "A Playbook for Turning Your Generative AI Vision into Reality," made possible by DataRobot & KUNGFU.AI! Thank you to our amazing panelists: - Atalia Horenshtien, Senior Channels Data Scientist at DataRobot - Steve Meier, Co-Founder & Head of Innovation at KUNGFU.AI - Colby Miller, Partner Demand Generation Lead at DataRobot The panelists discussed the practical strategies for implementing generative AI in your organization, overcoming challenges, and leveraging AI for impactful results. Attendees gained insights from experts and real-world case studies to help push AI initiatives forward! Many thanks to all of our panelists for sharing their insights! This may be the last panel, but ALIGN AI is still going strong as the panelists enjoy the networking reception! #AI #GenerativeAI #Data #Innovation

🌟 Join the Conversation: Evolving Data Strategies in the Age of AI 🌟 I invite you to an engaging roundtable discussion, where thought leaders in the industry will share insights on evolving data strategies to maximize AI capabilities while ensuring trust and scalability. In this session, you’ll learn how to: 🎯Incorporate AI capabilities within your existing data strategy. 🎯Establish robust and systematic AI governance beyond regulatory requirements. 🎯Understand and navigate the implications of the EU AI Act on your governance strategies. 📅 November 21, 2024 🕒 9:40am - 10:25am 📍 Westin Atlanta Perimeter North Let’s explore innovative approaches and foster collaboration within our community. Your insights and experiences are invaluable! Chun Schiros, PhD Umesh Kucheria #DataStrategy #AI #MachineLearning #Governance #CDAO #CDO #Roundtable

🚀 Join us for an insightful webinar on June 26, 2024, at 10:00 am ET🚀 We're excited to present the second session in our four-part series: Revolutionizing Sales in Distribution: Harnessing the Power of AI for Success. Hosted by NAW and presented by McKinsey & Company, this virtual event is a must-attend for anyone looking to elevate their sales game. McKinsey leaders will share their expertise and provide actionable strategies to help you succeed in the evolving sales landscape. 🔍 Webinar Highlights: - Discover how to leverage AI and analytics to boost your commercial performance. - Learn about the transformative impact of AI-informed decisions, capability building, and tech enablement. - Gain practical insights on how to get started, regardless of your current position. Register here: https://lnkd.in/erTaVCXf

NAW's 2024 Knowledge Partner, McKinsey & Company, is leading an impactful conversation on June 26th about how companies can make better AI-informed decisions. As this technology evolves at lightning speed, click below to register and take a page from the expert's book.

Last week, we co-hosted an event on AI Communities - The Future of Insights at TECH WEEK by a16z in Santa Monica, and it was a great experience. 🔥 Our panelists—industry leaders Jillian Tirath, Fran W. Guzman, and Jasmine T. S., discussed how AI communities and AI overall are transforming market research during a session led by Vivek Kumar. A special thanks to our CTO, Suraj Narayanan Sasikumar, for addressing so many insightful questions from the audience. 🔎 During our discussion, we covered several important topics: ↘ The challenges in traditional market research, especially reaching diverse and hard-to-reach audiences. ↘ Barriers in the FMCG sector to understanding consumer preferences. ↘ How AI enables real-time feedback and scaling insights beyond traditional methods. ↘ The future role of AI in reshaping market research. ↘ And many other topics related to AI, consumer insights, and the ongoing importance of human expertise in the research process. Thank you to everyone who participated. Your engagement greatly enriched the discussion. Stay tuned for more insights on how AI is transforming market research and consumer insights.😉 #LATechWeek #TechWeek

Skipping AI in 2025 is like ignoring the internet in the ’90s. This chat will be no fluff, no pitch—straight insights. Join Jonathan M K., and Ashley Wilson on Nov 21 as we sit down with CRO Kyle Norton to talk shop We’ll cover: 🔹 Strategic Blueprint: Real pillars for an AI strategy that actually gets results. 🔹 Operational Excellence: How to make AI more than just a buzzword in your org. 🔹 Overcoming Challenges: Finding the signal in the AI noise and grabbing growth opportunities. See you there—bring your questions and maybe a coffee (or two). 🗓️ Nov 21 | 12 PM PST / 3 PM EST 📍 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ghQicHPy

Don't miss out on this session at #CDOIQ2024! 💡📊 📅 Date: Thursday, July 18 🕒 Time: 11 – 11:45 AM Join Malcolm Hawker and Anjali Bansal as they explore strategies for fostering data-driven cultures. Discover insights from real-world experiences and expert perspectives on overcoming cultural barriers and maximizing data's impact with AI and advanced technologies. Transform your organization into a data powerhouse! 🚀 #DataLeadership #TechInnovation

Join us at the DenAI Summit as we dive into the latest AI innovations and learn how we're helping companies stay ahead. We are looking forward to insightful discussions! #DenAISummit #Encora #AI #Innovation #DigitalTransformation