What’s the BUZZ? — AI in Business

In this episode, Alexander Leonida (Founder SilkFlo) and Andreas Welsch discuss why taking a multi-vendor approach for process automation is so popular. Alexander shares his perspective on multi-vendor strategies and provides valuable tips for listeners looking to provide maximum value to their business stakeholders.  Key topics:  - Understand multi- vs. single-vendor strategies - Determine fit for your organization - Learn about citizen development trends Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Gain leverage with suppliers - Adapt multi-vendor approach to company culture - Manage shadow IT via governance model Watch this episode on YouTube:https://youtube.com/live/TH4tqx7XeP0Questions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

 In this episode, Shail Khiyara (Founder VOCAL Council), Frank Casale (Founder The Institute for RPA & AI), Ian Barkin (Entrepreneur & Investor), and Andreas Welsch discuss the trends that will shape AI and intelligent automation in 2023.  Frank shares how technologies adjacent to RPA deliver value. Shail points to multi-vendor environments that have historically grown. And Ian emphasizes the need to stay relevant in today's market. They provide valuable advice for listeners looking to maximize their investment in intelligent automation and who would like to understand how generative AI might shape the way we work already in the near future.  Key topics:  - What’s next for established RPA organizations - How automation orchestration optimizes your operations - Generative AI’s impact on the future of work Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Expect to see a tipping point from automating to emulating knowledge work - Focus on people and culture for success - Stay current on technologies and trends to future-proof your career Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ll7XgaA_iJIQuestions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

In this episode, Vijay Yadav (Director Quantitative Sciences - Digital, Data & Analytics) and Andreas Welsch discuss how allies and so-called pathfinders help navigate the organization and win support for Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects. Vijay shares his approach for identifying project supporters and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to remove common roadblocks in their AI program.Key topics: - Understand the most-common challenge in AI projects- Focus beyond technology for long-term success- Identify pathfinders remove roadblocksListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Determine key project stakeholders- Deliver business outcomes- Shape AI mindset among business stakeholdersWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/d_iIXiUtyXIQuestions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

In this episode, Vin Vashishta (AI Strategy Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss how you can define an AI strategy and put it into action. Vin shares examples on business and technology goals, and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to define their own AI strategy. Key topics: - Define the key aspects of an AI strategy - Measure your AI strategy's effectiveness - Describe which business aspects are influenced by an AI strategy Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Make your AI strategy actionable - Lead with business impact over technology - Create enormous amounts of value for the business Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EdRJ_gh53N0Questions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

In this episode, Brian Pearce (Senior AI CoE Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss leading an AI CoE to success. Brian shares shares his journey on building and leading a CoE, and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to do the same. Key topics: - Understand the mandate of an AI CoE - Learn when AI CoE’s mission is done - Hear why a product mindset is key for AI Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Focus on delivering business value - Look beyond just building models - Engage with stakeholders as users of your product Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_V-MWGawqksQuestions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

In this episode, Maxim Ioffe (Intelligent Automation Leader, WESCO Distribution) and Andreas Welsch discuss why a pragmatic approach to process automation is critical. Maxim shares examples of successful automation projects and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to achieve results from their automation program quickly.Key topics: - Take a pragmatic approach to AI & automation- Build and maintain an idea pipeline- Succeed in real-life projectsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Build a culture and awareness for automation- Develop a use case pipeline with your business stakeholders- Create momentum and cycle of ideation and implementationWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GUWVTD6ny1QQuestions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

In this episode, Chris Johannessen (Editor of the Journal of AI, Robotics and Workplace Automation) and Andreas Welsch discuss what to consider when setting up your Artificial Intelligence (AI) & automation Center of Excellence (CoE). Chris shares his career insights on creating CoEs and provides valuable advice for listeners considering whether to establish a CoE in their business.Key topics: - Determine if your business needs a CoE- Consider organizational models and components- Understand success criteria for CoEsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Assess the organization’s maturity for a CoE model- Determine your mission, vision, and roadmap- Establish a digital presence to showcase your CoEWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dWxBEivAQTIQuestions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

In this episode, Brandon Cosley (Director Artificial Intelligence) and Andreas Welsch discuss how business stakeholders can become more familiar with data science & Artificial Intelligence (AI). Brandon shares expertise on increasing AI literacy in business teams and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to get value from AI projects faster. Key topics: - Upskill your team on data science- Ask the right data science questions- Make work easier for the data science managerListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Understand the AI product lifecycle of data science- Maintain constant communication with domain experts- Find solutions through experimentation and alignmentWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WIDlcDWKi6sQuestions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

In this episode, Johan Steyn (Professor & Author) and Andreas Welsch discuss taking a common sense approach for Artificial Intelligence (AI). Johan shares his perspective on successful AI projects and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to learn from dozens of customer projects. Key topics:- Avoid common mistakes when investing in AI- Get genuine buy-in from business stakeholders- Apply common learnings in your AI projectsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Start with a people-first approach to AI- Balance profitability with people engagement - Assess if AI is the best solutionWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/inZehIPVS_8Questions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter

In this episode, Asheesh Biyala (Director, Intelligent Automation) and Andreas Welsch discuss the key to building your automation culture. Asheesh shares his success story of successfully building an automation culture at multiple companies and provides valuable tips for listeners looking to accomplish the same. Key topics: - Create an automation culture- Tailor your program to your company- Develop use cases faster with a a strong automation cultureListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Align your culture to your company’s vision and mission- Ensure continued support from IT and business leadership- Achieve early wins with championsWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JoYbWhnNPWcQuestions or suggestions? Send me a Text Message. Support the show***********Disclaimer: Views are the participants’ own and do not represent those of any participant’s past, present, or future employers. Participation in this event is independent of any potential business relationship (past, present, or future) between the participants or between their employers.Level up your AI Leadership game with the AI Leadership Handbook:https://www.aileadershiphandbook.comMore details: https://www.intelligence-briefing.com All episodes:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/podcastGet a weekly thought-provoking post in your inbox:https://www.intelligence-briefing.com/newsletter