Cracking the AI Code: ROI, Challenges, and Insights with Luke Arrigoni | Part 2
Aug 24, 2023
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Luke Arrigoni, Chief Executive Officer at Arricor, discusses the challenges of building functional AI models, the importance of cost-effective AI systems, tailored solutions to avoid bias, the future of AI, the impact of the pandemic on businesses, the importance of trust and non-bias in AI models, and the significance of role models and mentors.
Building cost-effective and practical AI systems is crucial for successful implementation and profitability.
To overcome the trust barrier, companies must frame AI issues appropriately, identify specific problems, and evaluate potential benefits and risks.
Deep dives
The Common Enterprise Problem: Taking AI Models to Production
One of the main challenges in the AI industry is that companies often struggle to take their AI models into production. While impressive models are being built, the transition to production becomes a practical problem that leads to financial losses. Companies like Microsoft are spending substantial amounts of money hosting models like GPT, which is not feasible for everyone. The key is to build systems that are cost-effective while still being practical and useful for the industry. Luke Aragani's team at Ericor focuses on making advanced models practical and profitable by solving real problems without excessive spending.
Navigating AI Adoption: Trust and Framing
One significant hurdle for companies adopting AI is the issue of trust. Concerns about model accuracy, bias, and potential negative impacts on brand reputation can hinder AI adoption. However, it's important to frame these issues appropriately by identifying specific problems and evaluating the potential benefits and risks. It's not about dismissing AI as a whole, but rather understanding the scope and limitations of AI applications. By finding the right framing and focusing on problem-solving, companies can overcome the trust barrier and leverage AI effectively.
The Future of AI and Human Evolution
The future of AI will be characterized by continuous change and adaptation. The pace of technological advancements is accelerating, with breakthroughs happening at shorter intervals. To thrive in this rapidly evolving landscape, individuals must embrace continual improvement and aim to be in the top echelon of their field. Areas like mathematics and art offer opportunities that AI cannot replicate, as AI excels at regurgitating existing knowledge rather than generating truly original thought. Additionally, AI has the potential to enhance social interactions by using natural language and visual classifiers to provide insight into human emotions and improve communication.
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Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at almartintalksdata@gmail.com and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.
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