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Arvind Jain: Why Now Is the Time to Solve Enterprise Search

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Feb 20, 2025
Arvind Jain, Founder and CEO of Glean, the AI-driven enterprise search company, dives into the complexities of enterprise search and how AI can revolutionize it. He discusses the pivotal role of transformer-based models and their integration with cloud systems. The conversation touches on competition as a catalyst for innovation and the challenges and cultural shifts needed for AI integration. Jain also reflects on his journey from Rubrik to Glean, sharing insights on leadership and the exciting potential of future AI technologies.
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ANECDOTE

Rubrik's Productivity Problem

  • Arvind Jain noticed decreased productivity at Rubrik as it grew past 1,000 employees.
  • This sparked the idea for Glean, aiming to solve the problem of fragmented information access.
INSIGHT

The Opportunity in Enterprise Search

  • Existing enterprise search solutions were inadequate, prompting Glean's creation.
  • Glean recognized the potential of transformer models to revolutionize search early on.
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Enterprise vs. Web Search

  • Enterprise search differs significantly from web search due to data access permissions.
  • Glean prioritizes secure, permission-aware search to prevent information leaks.
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