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The MLOps Podcast

📊 Data-Driven Decisions: ML in E-Commerce Forecasting with Federico Bacci

Aug 15, 2024
Federico Bacci, a data scientist and ML engineer at Bol, shares his expertise in deploying machine learning models for e-commerce forecasting. He delves into the importance of model explainability and feature engineering over mere model complexity. The discussion highlights the challenges of integrating feedback from stakeholders and the intricacies of demand forecasting. Federico argues that large language models aren't always the answer, advocating instead for tailored solutions that effectively address specific business needs.
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  • Federico Bacci emphasizes the importance of continuous testing and validation of deployed ML models to maintain production readiness and reliability.
  • He highlights the significance of integrating stakeholder feedback into the ML workflow to enhance model performance and user satisfaction.

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The Importance of Machine Learning Production

In machine learning production, the focus is on delivering accurate results to address real business problems. This process involves publishing the outputs of forecasting models, particularly numerical and regression tasks, ensuring that they remain functional and reliable in a dynamic environment. The team emphasizes that maintaining production readiness requires continuous availability and rigorous testing of all deployed models. Any updates or new model deployments are carefully validated to uphold the integrity of the results provided to stakeholders.

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