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Dec 9, 2024 • 39min

Predictions for AI in 2025

Andrew Abela, author of 'Superhabits' and Dean of the Busch School of Business, discusses how AI can enhance human virtues and decision-making. The conversation dives into the transformative potential of agentic AI in the workplace, emphasizing its ability to reshape team dynamics. They also explore predictions for AI advancements by 2025 and the philosophical implications of humanity's relationship with technology. Abela's insights highlight the crucial balance between technological progress and the maintenance of ethical values.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 35min

How LLMs Actually Work

Dive into the fascinating world of large language models (LLMs) and discover how they predict words and synthesize complex information. Explore the mechanics behind neural networks and attention mechanisms that power these AI marvels. Learn about the shift from fine-tuning to retrieval-augmented generation, which enhances model efficiency and response accuracy. Finally, uncover how understanding biases and hallucinations in LLMs can improve organizational communication and adaptability in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.
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Nov 25, 2024 • 34min

The Role of Change Management in AI

Implementing AI is not just about tech; it requires effective change management for success. The conversation dives into how AI tools, like those from OpenAI, are revolutionizing disaster management and enhancing productivity. Special guest Andrew DeBerry shares insights on predictive technology for strategic planning. As Thanksgiving approaches, the hosts express gratitude for AI innovations that have transformed their work. Plus, they explore the impact of AI on note-taking and reasoning, highlighting its role in various fields, including healthcare.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 31min

Explainable AI vs. Understandable AI

In this enlightening discussion, Dom Nicastro, Editor-in-Chief at CMSWire, explores AI's transformative role in customer experience and journalism. He emphasizes the vital differences between explainable AI, focused on technical compliance, and understandable AI, which fosters trust with users. Nicastro also highlights how AI empowers frontline agents and aids journalists, enhancing their work instead of replacing it. Additionally, the episode features a segment on AI's impressive capabilities in fraud detection, showcasing its potential for good in real-world applications.
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Nov 11, 2024 • 34min

Making Decisions at the Speed of AI

Can a simple update to a 75-year-old decision-making framework give your business an edge with AI? To answer that, Knownwell CMO Courtney Baker, CEO David DeWolf, and CPO/CTO Mohan Rao discuss enhancing the classic OODA (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) loop with a new step: "Inspect." They explain how "Inspect" can empower companies to evaluate, learn, and refine decision processes in the age of automation, with real-world examples such as autonomous vehicles and medical AI applications. Check out www.knownwell.com/OODAI to download your own copy of the OODAI Loop.  Also, Michael Harnum of ESG Success shares insights on how AI is helping tech firms scale customer success without massive personnel increases. Michael illustrates how digital customer success tools, like automated monthly reviews and even virtual customer success managers, enable companies to nurture a broad customer base efficiently. All that PLUS Pete joins Courtney for AI in the Wild, diving into Ernst & Young's $1.4 billion investment in an in-house AI platform that now supports 96% of their workforce. Known as "Client Zero," this pioneering system is boosting operational efficiency and enhancing customer service—serving as a testing ground before client deployment. Make sure to check out www.knownwell.com/demo to get a look at Knownwell’s AI-powered platform for commercial intelligence.  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vCM5tQAkyrA 
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Nov 4, 2024 • 30min

Why AI May Spell the End of BI

Are the days numbered for popular business intelligence tools like Tableau, Power BI, Looker, and Qlik? In this episode of AI Knowhow, we talk about AI’s transformative impact on data and analytics, exploring why traditional business intelligence tools may be approaching obsolescence. Knownwell CEO David DeWolf and Chief Product Officer Mohan Rao join CMO Courtney Baker to dive into the ways AI is shaping a new era, moving from static data reporting to dynamic, proactive intelligence that’s reshaping business decision-making. They argue that as AI matures, its capabilities in real-time insight and contextual understanding will supersede what BI tools can offer, creating a future where intelligence—not just information—guides business. In a compelling conversation with Max Votek of Customertimes, Chief Strategy Officer Pete Buer explores the American public’s surprising optimism about AI in healthcare. Max reveals insights from a recent Customertimes study, highlighting the public’s openness to AI diagnostics and potential improvements in efficiency and costs. The two also discuss the limits of AI in healthcare and why patients still prefer AI as a tool rather than a replacement for doctors. All that PLUS a new segment, "In the Year 2032," where Courtney and Pete look at the World Economic Forum’s take on AI’s impact on the workforce, including predictions that up to 90% of jobs could be affected by AI within a decade. With high-level analysis and engaging discussions, this episode sheds light on how AI is reshaping industries and what leaders need to consider for the road ahead. Curious to see if Knownwell can boost your team’s AI capabilities? Email us at Knownwell@knownwell.com with the subject line "AI Knowhow Offer" to see if you qualify for three free months of Knownwell’s platform. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bwNkTFkstao  Make sure to check out www.knownwell.com.  
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Oct 28, 2024 • 41min

How Marketing Services Companies are Reinventing Themselves With AI

In the digital age, what does it take for marketing firms to stay ahead? AI Knowhow host Courtney Baker explores this with highlights from an exclusive marketing roundtable featuring insights from Knownwell’s Chief Product Officer, Mohan Rao, 2X CEO Dom Colasante, and Cognitive Path co-founder Geoff Livingston. Together, they tackle how AI helps agencies enhance their creativity, gain precise customer insights, and uncover new market opportunities. Later, Pete Buer catches up with Jeff Mason, CEO of Power Digital Marketing, to discuss AI-driven customer experiences and how his team leverages advanced tools to help brands scale effectively. From analyzing data for real-time insights to running AI-enabled customer service, Jeff shares his team’s innovative approaches and discusses AI’s role in elevating marketing precision and personalization to new heights. And don’t miss our Halloween-inspired game, “Trick or Treat,” where Courtney, David, and Mohan tackle quirky AI-themed questions and compete for the top score. Tune in to learn how marketing firms are reshaping themselves with AI, and what lies ahead for the future of data-driven creativity and strategy! Visit Knownwell.com/demo for an inside look at AI solutions for marketing.
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Oct 21, 2024 • 40min

The AI Transformation Mandate, Part II

As AI continues to revolutionize industries, why are so few organizations prepared with AI policies and procedures? And what role should HR leaders play in this transformation? In this second part of AI Knowhow from Knownwell, Chief Strategy Officer Pete Buer and CEO David DeWolf pick up their conversation about AI transformation in middle-market professional service companies. They dive deep into the strategic role HR should play in the next 18-36 months, advising that HR must be involved from the beginning to influence talent management, strategy, and change management. David shares a fascinating story about using ChatGPT to draft Knownwell’s first OKRs in under an hour, showcasing the practical impact of AI in leadership decision-making. We also hear from Tamarah Usher of Slalom, who explains how they’re enabling enterprise-wide AI transformation and scaling AI-driven innovations across their teams. HR’s readiness, she explains, is pivotal to navigating the fast-moving skills gap and workforce adaptation. Don't forget to check out Knownwell's AI Transformation Readiness Assessment to see how prepared your organization is for this new era: www.knownwell.com/assessment. Also, be sure to check out Nordlight at www.thenordlight.com.  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QjxMJRX8OAc  AI Knowhow is brought to you by the team at Knownwell.
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Oct 14, 2024 • 37min

The AI Transformation Mandate, Part I

AI is reshaping every facet of business—but which departments are least prepared, and what's the biggest challenge CEOs face in leading this transformation? In this special two-part episode of AI Knowhow, host Knownwell CEO David DeWolf chats with Chief Strategy Officer Pete Buer about the AI transformation mandate. They explore the critical role HR plays in preparing for this shift and the challenges middle-market companies face in aligning leadership and vision. Pete shares insights from his research on AI readiness, highlighting the key pain points faced by investors, CEOs, and HR leaders as they navigate this complex transformation. Later, Pete sits down with Jon Evans from Impact Networking to discuss how companies can become AI-enabled. Jon shares his experience building a team dedicated to AI transformation and breaks down the steps to move from AI vision to practical implementation. Together, they dive into the importance of empowering employees and aligning AI initiatives with business outcomes. Don't forget to check out Knownwell's AI Transformation Readiness Assessment to see how prepared your organization is for this new era: www.knownwell.com/assessment. Also, be sure to check out Nordlight at www.thenordlight.com.  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4S1cvu6hfTE 
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Oct 7, 2024 • 37min

What Does AI-Powered Commercial Intelligence Look Like?

Discover how AI is revolutionizing commercial intelligence by mining unstructured data from everyday communications. The discussion highlights five core pillars driving business success in professional services. Learn about AI's role in enhancing client relationships, boosting productivity, and fostering deeper customer engagement. A fascinating segment reveals AI's ability to diagnose health issues overlooked by doctors, prompting a reevaluation of its potential in customer strategy. Dive into insights that transform data into actionable intelligence.

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