The Daily AI Show The AI Gap: Why Some Companies Are All In & Others Are Indifferent
Nov 2, 2023
36:04
In this episode, the DAS crew discussed the AI adoption gap - why some companies are all in while others seem indifferent.
Key Points Discussed:
- Adoption follows a bell curve, with early adopters at one end and laggards at the other. Most are still at the very early stage.
- Resource constraints and perceived risks contribute to executive hesitation in some companies. But there are opportunities for individuals to skill up.
- Education is lacking around moving AI from experiments to reliable business solutions. Structured training is needed.
- AI is progressing rapidly. Solutions requiring long rollout times will become obsolete. An agile, iterative approach is necessary.
- Business leaders should encourage AI literacy, set an example, and run controlled pilots to build expertise.
Key Takeaways:
- For individuals: Continuously skill up on the latest AI capabilities.
- For companies: Assess where teams are at already. Encourage bottom-up education/sharing.
- Adoption requires motivation - identify clear business benefits to justify broader investment.
- Executives should aim for basic AI literacy to guide strategies. Expertise comes through practice.
- An agile, iterative approach will be needed as capabilities advance rapidly.