CDO Matters Podcast

CDO Matters Ep. 67 | Is Your Data Organization AI Ready?

Jan 9, 2025

Katharine Shaw Paffett, the Cross Solution AI lead for UK and Ireland at Avanade, dives into the vital steps for making organizations AI-ready. She explores the resilience of AI in the startup world and warns of a potential 'AI bubble.' Katharine emphasizes the need for advanced connectivity and strategic data management to enhance AI integration. She also discusses the importance of responsible AI and inclusiveness in data training, highlighting practical solutions for navigating unstructured data challenges. A must-listen for data leaders!

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Quick takeaways

Organizations must improve data quality and infrastructure while embracing transformation to effectively leverage AI technologies and drive innovation.

Implementing responsible AI practices and governance mechanisms is essential for mitigating risks and ensuring alignment with societal values in AI applications.

Deep dives

Re-envisioning Organizations for AI Success

Organizations need to embrace transformation to thrive in the age of AI. As companies increasingly rely on AI capabilities, leaders are tasked with understanding how to maximize these technologies while ensuring they align with core business goals. This involves establishing AI task forces and engaging data and analytics teams to drive initiatives that improve operational efficiency. Working closely with stakeholders from various sectors, leaders can create custom AI solutions tailored to specific industry needs, enabling them to unlock competitive advantages based on their data assets.

Intro

2min

Navigating AI Integration in Business

20min

The Importance of Advanced Connectivity for AI Preparedness

2min

Examining the Resilience of AI in Startup Culture

3min

Navigating Responsible AI and Unstructured Data

12min

The Unifying Power of Technology in an AI-Driven World

6min

Episode Overview

Data leaders have a massive opportunity to drive transformational value with AI, but many are running on outdated operating models. On this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Katharine Shaw Paffett, the Cross Solution AI lead for UK and Ireland at Avanade, shares insights on how CDOs can re-envision their organizations to be more AI-ready. Katharine is at the forefront of the early adoption of GenAI for many large organizations, and her guidance for any company seeking to implement AI is not to be missed.