Is AI the new UC? Enterprise Connect thoughts with Kevin Kieller
Apr 10, 2024
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Kevin Kieller from enableUC and Microsoft MVP Tom Arbuthnot discuss the current state and future impact of AI in UC, focusing on Microsoft Teams. They cover AI terminology, user adoption, IT pros' role, and AI disrupting the Contact Center space.
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Quick takeaways
Understanding AI terminology is crucial for IT Pros to maximize AI enhancements in UC.
User training and adoption strategies are vital for sustainable value realization in AI-driven UC.
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AI Influence in Communication Industry
The podcast delves into the increasing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the communication industry post-Enterprise Connect. AI emerged as a central theme discussed by most vendors, with 73 out of 171 sessions highlighting AI. Notably, Microsoft showcased its AI capabilities through features like meeting summaries and document analysis within Microsoft Teams, emphasizing the need for IT professionals to grasp AI terminology and concepts to leverage these enhancements effectively.
Microsoft Co-Pilot and AI Implementation Challenges
The discussion shifts towards Microsoft Co-Pilot, an AI assistant integrated into Teams, providing unique insights into AI implementation challenges and opportunities. While Co-Pilot streamlines tasks like generating meeting summaries, it also poses challenges in understanding its limitations, such as relying solely on meeting transcripts for accuracy and the necessity for user intervention in case of errors. Additionally, navigating the learning curve of leveraging AI prompts efficiently becomes essential for maximizing Co-Pilot's value.
Future AI Adoption and Considerations
Looking ahead, the podcast anticipates significant advancements and adoption of AI technologies in the communication landscape. It contemplates the evolution towards AI-driven unified communication strategies and the potential shift towards integrated AI solutions versus standalone offerings. The conversation emphasizes the importance of user training, adoption strategies, and data governance to ensure optimal utilization of AI tools like Co-Pilot, highlighting the need for organizations to align AI initiatives with quantifiable metrics and use cases for sustainable value realization.
Freshly back from Enterprise Connect, Kevin Kieller, Co Founder of enableUC and Microsoft MVP Tom Arbuthnot dive into the current state of AI in the UC and discuss its future impact on UC and how Microsoft Teams might play a central role for many organisations.
Thoughts on Enterprise Connect 2024
Understanding AI terminology
Importance of user adoption and training in driving the value of AI in UC
Role of IT Pros in AI landscape
Potential for AI to disrupt the Contact Center space
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