Transformation Ground Control: Digital Transformation, ERP Implementation, Change Management, and Digital Strategy How API’s are the Key to Agentic AI, Surviving the Chaos of Digital Transformation, How to Start an AI Tech Company
Aug 27, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Will, the co-founder of Octor, shares insights on transforming enterprise software through AI. He delves into how APIs are crucial for enhancing agentic AI capabilities while navigating the complexities of digital transformation. Will also offers a peek into his journey of starting an AI tech company, revealing the importance of customer focus and teamwork. Additionally, he discusses the potential of nimble startups to challenge established system integrators and reshape the software industry landscape.
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Vendor Pressure Can Backfire
- Vendors can force costly upgrades before customers realize ROI, creating strategic risk for those vendors.
- Eric warns that arrogance from incumbents like SAP may open the door for competitors to erode market share.
Manage AI With Human Oversight
- Treat AI like a toddler: supervise, restrain, and guide its outputs carefully during adoption.
- Combine human judgment with AI and avoid handing over unchecked control to models.
Microservices Threaten Traditional ERP
- NVIDIA's generative AI microservices make model deployment modular, faster, and cloud-agnostic.
- Composable microservices threaten traditional ERP categories by enabling tailored, lower-cost alternatives.
