When Will AI Hit the Enterprise? Ben Horowitz and Ali Ghodsi Discuss
Oct 6, 2023
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Ben Horowitz and Ali Ghodsi discuss obstacles in implementing generative AI, building large models, fragmentation of AI use cases, impact of open source in AI, limitations and future possibilities of AI.
Enterprises face challenges in adopting generative AI due to slow decision-making processes, concerns about data privacy and security, and internal politics.
Enterprises have use cases that require high data accuracy, influencing their adoption of generative AI.
Deep dives
Challenges of Enterprise Adoption of Generative AI
Enterprises face challenges in adopting generative AI due to their slow decision-making processes, concerns about data privacy and security, and internal politics. Enterprises move at a slower pace, which makes it difficult for them to adopt new technologies quickly. They are also cautious about sharing their proprietary data and worry about data leakage. Additionally, internal conflicts arise within enterprises, with different departments claiming ownership over generative AI initiatives, hindering progress.
Importance of Data Accuracy in Enterprise Use Cases
Enterprises have use cases that require high data accuracy, which influences their adoption of generative AI. Accuracy matters in specific applications, such as defect classification in manufacturing processes. Enterprises want precise and reliable models for their specific tasks. While accuracy is not always necessary for every use case, enterprises prioritize it based on their specific needs.
Open Source, Proprietary Models, and Specialization
Open source and proprietary models in AI will continue to evolve and influence each other. Open source projects contribute to advancements in AI and enable researchers to innovate efficiently. However, companies training large models often prefer proprietary approaches to protect their intellectual property. Specialized models, tailored for specific use cases, will play a crucial role as enterprises seek accuracy and efficiency. The future will likely witness a blend of large foundation models and specialized models to address diverse enterprise needs.
Today’s episode continues our coverage from a16z’s recent AI Revolution event. You’ll hear directly from a16z cofounder Ben Horowitz and Databricks cofounder and CEO, Ali Ghodsi as they answer questions around AI and the enterprise, plus their perspectives on open source, whether benchmarks are BS, and the scramble of universities to take part in the very wave they kicked off decades ago.
If you’d like to access all the talks from AI Revolution in full, visit a16z.com/airevolution.
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
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