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Chain of Thought

Building IBM's watsonx & The Future of Enterprise AI | Dr. Maryam Ashoori

Apr 2, 2025
In this engaging talk, Maryam Ashoori, Head of Product for watsonx AI at IBM, shares her expertise from over 15 years in enterprise AI. She discusses how watsonx simplifies the AI stack and automates processes, enabling businesses to scale AI operations cost-effectively. Maryam highlights the balance of using open-source and commercial models while addressing the challenges of implementing AI agents, emphasizing the importance of data management and governance in regulated industries.
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  • Enterprises need to navigate a complex AI ecosystem while ensuring responsible implementation and optimizing cost performance for generative AI.
  • Customization and flexibility in AI solutions are crucial for addressing specific organizational needs and enhancing the return on investment.

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Complexity of Modern AI Stacks

The modern AI stack presents significant complexity that developers must master to fully realize the promises of generative AI. The discussion centers on a paradigm shift where enterprises have moved beyond initial exploration of generative AI and are now focused on production and scalability. This transition involves addressing three key challenges: the responsible implementation of AI, cost performance optimization, and enhancing the return on investment through increased automation. Companies are required to balance these elements to harness generative AI's full potential while ensuring efficiency and ethical use throughout the organizational landscape.

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