DataFramed #247 Aligning AI with Enterprise Strategy with Leon Gordon, CEO at Onyx Data
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Sep 26, 2024 
Leon Gordon, CEO at Onyx Data, is a data strategy expert passionate about bridging the gap between AI and business. He discusses how many organizations struggle by not aligning their AI strategies with business goals, chasing the latest trends instead. Leon emphasizes the importance of small pilot projects, stakeholder engagement, and a strong data governance foundation. He also touches on the critical balance between data privacy and quality while showcasing a journey from sports to tech, illustrating the potential for diverse backgrounds in the data field.
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Aligning AI with Business Strategy
- Align AI projects with overarching business objectives for better value and buy-in.
- Start with small pilot projects to test use cases and demonstrate value before scaling.
AI Use Cases
- Financial departments can use machine learning for forecasting and budgeting, moving beyond spreadsheets.
- A client in Dubai used virtual agents to condense and digitize 200,000 documents for field teams.
Identifying and Measuring AI Projects
- Use a weighted matrix to evaluate AI projects based on factors like cost, resources, and risks.
- Continuously monitor project progress with metrics and KPIs to ensure value delivery and enable early pivots.