AI Today Podcast Ashima Sharma on Data, Teams, and the Human Side of AI
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Nov 19, 2025 Ashima Sharma, Founding Partner of Ayuka Consulting, brings a wealth of experience in data analytics and AI strategy. She discusses the crucial need for operationally ready data and cross-functional teams for successful AI adoption. Ashima highlights how AI can transform project management, enhancing decision-making and personalizing learning experiences. She addresses common fears surrounding AI and emphasizes the human-centered approach necessary for ethical and effective implementation, showcasing AI as a partner in innovation.
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Data Is The Foundation Of AI
- Data is the fuel for AI and organizations naturally evolve from analytics into AI when data is ready.
- Ayuka focuses on strategy, upskilling, and implementation to bridge data readiness to AI delivery.
Run AI Projects As Iterative Experiments
- Treat AI projects as iterative hypotheses rather than traditional fixed-scope projects.
- Use design thinking and CPMAI principles to test and refine AI solutions incrementally.
Prioritize ROI And Data Readiness
- Prioritize business results first and assess ROI readiness before building AI solutions.
- Start with data-first thinking and plan for model drift and bias monitoring from day one.