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What’s the BUZZ? — AI in Business

“What’s the 𝘽𝙐𝙕𝙕?” is a bi-weekly live format where leaders and hands-on practitioners in the field of artificial intelligence, generative AI, and automation share their insights and experiences on how they have successfully turned hype into outcome. Each episode features a different guest who shares their journey in implementing AI and automation in business. From overcoming challenges to seeing real results, our guests provide valuable insights and practical advice for those looking to leverage the power of AI, generative AI, and process automation. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your efforts to the next level, “What’s the 𝘽𝙐𝙕𝙕?” is the perfect resource for staying up-to-date on the latest trends and best practices in the world of AI and automation.

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Is your business ready to harness the full potential of AI? Learn how to move beyond the hype and use AI tools like large language models (LLMs) to drive real outcomes in document processing, enterprise integration, and more.In this episode of What’s the BUZZ?—AI in Business, host Andreas Welsch is joined by guest Petr Baudis, co-founder and CTO of Rossum. Together, they explore how AI leaders can achieve measurable results with automation and large language models. Sponsored by Rossum, this episode takes a deep dive into the strategies and tools that transform business processes and improve ROI.Discover:•How reliability in AI-powered document processing prevents errors and saves time.•Why adaptability matters, and how intelligent systems can align with your unique workflows.•The benefits of seamless integration in large organizations with complex IT ecosystems.The conversation also takes a forward-looking view of AI’s role in business, discussing the rise of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and its implications for enterprise IT. Petr shares insights on why preparing for AGI today is essential for future-proofing your organization.Don’t just follow the AI buzz—turn it into actionable results. Tune in to hear Petr Baudis share how Rossum is shaping the future of document automation and how your business can stay ahead with AI. Listen today!Questions 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

12/1/24 • 29:14

In this episode, Bernhard Ritz (CEO & Founder, Ainzel) and Andreas Welsch discuss supercharging your business processes with collaborative AI agents. Bernhard shares his insights on introducing AI agents into business functions and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to elevate their business operations with the help of a virtual team of expert agents.Key topics:- Describe the opportunity to bring AI agents into your business processes- Determine the challenges of bringing AI agents to human-AI teams- Quantify the value of collaborative AI agents for business functions- Recommend how to start exploring AI agentsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Take a business look at AI and re-imagining your business processes- Learn to work with AI agent frameworks- Define management as a function spanning humans and AI agents- Articulate limitations and guardrails for using AI agentsWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/FnkeZMSIbHIQuestions 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

11/17/24 • 28:21

In this episode, Jeremy Gilliland (Automation & AI Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss how Generative AI enables next-level process automation. Jeremy shares his learnings on vendors adding agentic AI to their RPA products and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to explore both technologies together..Key topics:- Describe how Generative AI expands traditional RPA- Assess the potential for IT and Automation leaders when combining technologies- Leverage both technologies’ advantages when integrating them- Decide how to start using Generative AI and RPA togetherListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Benefit from RPA and Generative AI integration- Leverage Generative AI agents and RPA for business model transformation- Minimize dependencies within your tech stack and have an AI and automation platform for increased efficiencyWatch this episode on YouTube:https://www.youtu.be/Qmn6kMTkDmwQuestions 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

11/3/24 • 24:41

In this episode, Nicole Wieberneit (Sales & Go-To-Market Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss scaling go-to-market (GTM) for enterprise Generative AI. Nicole shares her approach to introducing technology innovations such as AI to sales teams, and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to scale their product sales through an enabled and engaged sales force.Key topics:- Be aware of marketing and sales' frequent reputation as overhyping capabilities or being overly shallow- Approach GTM design for AI differently from traditional SaaS- Balance product knowledge and depth with sales teams’ quarterly incentives- Adapt incentive structures within a software company for sales teams to become a true advisor to customers- Focus on vertical markets for AI SaaSListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Focus on a product, industry, or region to maximize your impact- Articulate the problem you solve and build your pitch around it- Understand your target buyer before creating your sales orchestration- Test, experiment, and be open to feedback and adjustmentsWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/sa-fW3iee5YQuestions 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

10/20/24 • 30:21

In this episode, Steve Wilson (Co-Lead OWASP Top 10 for LLM Apps & Author) and Andreas Welsch discuss red-teaming and safeguards for LLM applications. Steve shares his insights how Generative AI vulnerabilities have evolved from embarrassing to financially risky and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to improve the security of their Generative AI applications.Key topics:- One year after OWASP Top 10 for LLM apps, how have LLM security and vulnerabilities evolved?- How do you build Generative AI safeguards into your app? What’s the impact on cost for checking and regenerating output?- How can you red-team your LLM apps?- Which roles or skillsets are best suited to improve security?Listen to this episode and learn how to:- Become aware of new ways bad actors can exploit your LLM-based apps and assistants (prompt injection, supply chain attack, data exfiltration, etc.)- Understand the characteristics of your LLM supply chain and new vulnerabilities- Consider the implications of using agents on your securityWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/Rpp7u93mDfMQuestions 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

10/7/24 • 27:06

In this special episode, Andreas Welsch launches his new AI Leadership Handbook together with fellow AI leaders:- Matt Lewis (Founder & CEO, LLMental)- Brian Evergreen (CEO of The Future Solving Company)- Maya Mikhailov (Founder & CEO, SAVVI.AI- Paul Kurchina (Enterprise Architecture Community Leader)- Harpreet Sahota (Developer Relations Expert)- Steve Wilson (Chief Product Officer at Exabeam and Co-Author of the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications)Key topics:- What’s keeping Chief AI Officers up at night?- What’s the hardest part for new AI leaders coming into an AI leadership role?- What does a future with AI agents look like?- How can AI leaders succeed in this phase of AI adoption where we’re just coming off the hype?- Why do we still need to educate business leaders and stakeholders about AI? - Why is AI here to stay this time and why should IT teams and CoEs care?- How has RAG evolved over the last 12 months?- How does data play into concepts like RAG and agents? And why is it important to still keep an eye on technology?- What is happening in the cybersecurity space since the release of the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Apps?- How are bad actors exploiting LLMs’ personalization capabilities and why do leaders need to know about LLM vulnerabilities?Listen to the full episode to hear how you can:- The sheer possibility of what AI can do now can seem overwhelming—even for AI experts and leaders.- AI agents promise autonomy, automation, and optimization beyond anything currently possible, with agents negotiating with other agents to find an optimal solution.- Data remains a critical ingredient for any successful AI project that many leaders still neglect.- IT leaders are asking for tangible examples and return on their investment when working with embedded AI solutions.- Agentic RAG has emerged as the latest iteration of RAG systems—however, data quality remains critical to achieve high quality outputs.- The cybersecurity discourse has evolved from avoiding embarrasing PR to avoiding data leakage and legal consequences with bad actors looking to exploit these new LLM-based systems.Order your copy of the AI Leadership Handbook today: https://aileadershiphandbook.com/orderWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/TMSfRMYooy0Questions 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

9/23/24 • 88:03

In this episode, Quentin Reil (Founder & Chief AI Officer) and Andreas Welsch discuss the four key challenges of Generative AI that you can't ignore. Quentin shares his story about leveraging business data as a differentiator and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to overcome the most common issues surrounding Generative AI applications.Key topics:- Describe the impact of the evolving Generative AI landscape on business strategies- Assess the “fitness” of different Large Language Models to solve particular customer needs- Select technologies that can address the challenges of Generative AI- Understand the role of data in the current regulatory landscapeListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Concentrate on the problem rather than the technology- Leverage your business data as a differentiator of your AI applications- Drive business outcomes based on data-centric products and applicationsWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/GKQUyiekGAMQuestions 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

9/2/24 • 27:30

In this episode, Lasse Rindom (AI Lead, BASICO) and Andreas Welsch discuss leveraging the AI hype and disillusionment to drive business impact. Lasse shares his story from previous hype cycles in Automation and AI to the latest one of Generative AI and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to get actionable insights into driving AI adoption in their business.Key topics:- Assess the current AI adoption phase in the market between AI hype and disillusionment- Leverage the Generative AI momentum to drive business impact- Evaluate analysts’ forecasts to continue the AI momentum in business and focus on promising areas- Decide why to continue investing in AI solutions for business growthListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Focus on delivering business value through AI and automation rather than fixating on Generative AI as a technology- Provide tangible examples and training for employees to become skilled users of AI-enhanced tools- Drive AI innovation while understanding and mitigating the risks- Countries like Denmark are leading the way in exploring Digitalization and AI, and are actively driving adoptionWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/87N5dQ7_RQkQuestions 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

8/19/24 • 26:24

In this episode, Marek Kowalkiewicz (Professor & Author) and Andreas Welsch discuss how AI agents will change the way we work. Marek shares his insights on the economy of algorithms that guide our everyday lives and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to learn how AI agents will shape our workplace.Key topics:- Describe the evolution from manual to digital and AI labor- Anticipate change in business functions because of increased AI- Support your business teams to prepare for a shift towards AI labor- Share examples of algorithmic decision-makingListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Anticipate AI algorithms influencing our behavior just as much as we influence theirs- Expect colleagues will assume you have used AI, even when you have created it yourself- Learn to collaborate with AI and AI agents to improve results- Encourage employees to use Generative AI and share their approach with peersWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/0uEEXP_tL2AQuestions 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

8/12/24 • 27:40

In this episode, Pedro Berrocoso (Digital Procurement & Automation Advisor) and Andreas Welsch explore Generative AI in Procurement. Pedro shares example) on leveraging the latest generation of AI in Procurement and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to identify opportunities for leveraging this technology in their own business.Key topics:- Assess the Generative AI opportunities in Procurement- Learn from a tangible example of adopting Generative AI and the associated challenges- Anticipate AI agents that autonomously negotiate on behalf of a supplier and a customer- Prepare Procurement leaders to explore using Generative AIListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Determine Generative AI’s potential within Procurement along 4 pillars- Apply Generative AI selectively to address specific pain points in your source-to-pay process- Promote trust, acceptance, and adoption of the AI solutions that you deploy- Establish basic AI literacy within your Procurement organization, as your suppliers will leverage the technology when sending you informationWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/1SX-_OzkfWYQuestions 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

8/5/24 • 27:58

In this episode, Mark Beccue (Independent Market Analyst) and Andreas Welsch cut through the Generative AI hype. Mark shares examples of B2B software vendors leading the Generative AI development and adoption based on past learnings, and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to ascertain where the AI market is going.Key topics:- Assess the current phase of AI adoption between AI hype and disillusionment- Recognize software vendors’  sound AI strategy and what they do they do well for their customers- Evaluate commercial models that resonate the most with B2B buyers (transaction- or user-based)- Anticipate where Generative AI go within the next 6 monthsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Follow incumbents in the software industry who have learned from and improved after the machine learning hype - Glean at responsible AI practices and operationalization by industry leaders for your own business- Start with a business problem first before chasing technologies such as Generative AI- Keep AI projects pragmatic to avoid disillusionmentWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/d2ME8t5I6agQuestions 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

7/29/24 • 28:11

In this episode, Jonas Christensen (Senior Data & Analytics Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss adopting a data-centric Machine Learning approach for small datasets. Jonas shares learnings on improving data quality before building models and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to improve their results with small data sets.Key topics:- Describe the common challenges businesses still run into with Machine Learning- Evaluate options for working with small data sets- Advise data scientists to get more data and better data- Deliver business value from Machine Learning at a time when everybody wants to chase Generative AIListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Work toward better data quality over improving your model parameters- Approach data science as a team sport that requires actively influencing your business stakeholders- Share with your stakeholders how you use the data downstream to get them excited about their contributionWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/C_GlTgRmeL8Questions 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

7/22/24 • 27:32

In this episode, Jeremy Ravenel (Founder naas.ai) and Andreas Welsch discuss building AI agents for business with a mixture of assistants. Jeremy shares his journey from corporate finance to building a technology platform for AI agents and provides valuable insight) for listeners looking to increase efficiencies in their business with the help of AI agents that act as personal assistants.Key topics:- Learn why businesses need a specialized kind of intelligence- Assess when AI agents useful in business- Enhance AI apps with knowledge graphsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Be skeptical about the output that LLMs create- Map your internal knowledge with a knowledge graph to make it accessible to LLMs and AI agents- Describe your business in processes and workflows to spot potential areas for using AI agentsWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/_E4YS-ypS9IQuestions 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

7/15/24 • 27:17

In this episode, Srujana Kaddevarmuth (Senior AI CoE Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss scaling enterprise AI products across the business. Srujana shares her insights on applying a product mindset to building AI capabilities and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to scale their AI applications across the enterprise.Key topics:- Productize AI capabilities through a holistic approach from idea to improvement- Raise awareness of the risks and nuances of deploying AI in the enterprise- Decide when to use Machine Learning and Generative AI — individually and together- Increase diversity on your AI product team for more inclusive resultsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Apply a product mindset to data democratization and AI productization in your organization- Raise awareness for the risks associated with productizing AI, ranging from biases to permitted vs. prohibited use cases- Celebrate and intentionally build diversity in your organization to build products that can be useful and acceptable by the different sections of societyWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/goysDB00D9sQuestions 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

7/1/24 • 27:33

In this episode, Kence Anderson (Founder & Machine Teaching Expert) and Andreas Welsch discuss how you can determine if your AI agents are ready for enterprise decision-making. Kence shares his learnings on building autonomous AI agents for top Fortune 500 companies and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to get started with agents in their business.Key topics:- Understand the prerequisites of complex agents- Learn when to apply machine teaching for agents- Differentiate between simple tasks and complex reasoning- Get tips for getting started with agentsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Teach high-performance AI systems for increased quality and trust of decision-making- Build a foundational understanding of data, LLMs, deep reinforcement learning, optimization, and software architecture- Compose AI agents with technology-independent building blocks- Create hybrid teams of business and technology experts for maximum relevance of AI productsWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/Ev0sYU3tFS0Questions 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

6/24/24 • 25:21

In this episode, Philippe Rambach (Chief AI Officer, Schneider Electric) and Andreas Welsch discuss driving sustainability and energy efficiency with AI leadership. Philippe shares (their story/journey/insights/perspective/learnings/examples) on (specific aspect of topic) and provides valuable (advice/tips/insights) for listeners looking to (achieve specific outcome/learn more about topic).Key topics:- Get support for AI projects within your company- Prioritize AI scenarios based on business value and momentum-building- Anticipate future expected energy use for AI and its impact- Seize opportunities for AI in manufacturingListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Start from business value instead of the AI technology- AI can optimize energy consumption and lower carbon emissions depending upon its use case- Select AI technology based on cost and emissions - Machine Learning remains highly relevant for processing structured data and forecastingWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/i5lwGFvYU_cQuestions 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

6/10/24 • 27:51

In this episode, Randy Bean (Founder, Data & AI Leadership Exchange) and Andreas Welsch discuss going beyond quick-win use cases for Generative AI. Randy shares perspective on data and AI leadership, spanning more than 35 years of experience in the industry,  and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to move from quick wins to strategic AI programs in business.Key topics:- See the parallels (good and bad) between the Generative AI and Machine Learning hype?- Determine the top kinds of Generative AI use cases for organizations- Learn about the next wave after the quick-win use cases (generation, summarization, coding, …)?- Prepare for the biggest challenges that AI leaders faceListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Address leaders’ exaggerated AI enthusiasm and pessimism- Get key results from long-running Fortune 1000 data & AI survey - Learn how Generative AI can support healthcare staff with compassionate medical notes- Manage expectations with a realistic and pragmatic mindsetWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/wZc8HaSWw-sQuestions 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

5/20/24 • 28:24

In this episode, Elizabeth M. Adams (Leader of Responsible AI) and Andreas Welsch discuss increasing engagement in Responsible AI programs. Elizabeth shares findings from her doctoral research on responsible AI engagement in Fortune 10 companies and startups. She provides valuable insights for listeners looking to create effective responsible AI programs within their businesses.Key topics:- Evolution of responsible AI in times of Generative AI- Common barriers to creating an effective responsible AI program- Leadership approach to increasing employee engagement and participation in responsible AI programs- Navigating conversations with employees when their jobs are affected by AIListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Develop a responsible AI vision for the organization- Make the vision concrete through AI ethics statements- Ensure employees are aware of AI ethics policies and how they relate to their work- Provide a path to raise stakeholder claims and build trust that claims are addressedWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/o7ygYzN6GBEQuestions 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

5/6/24 • 29:22

In this episode, Bernard Marr (Futurist & Author) and Andreas Welsch discuss preparing for a future of converging technologies and AI. Bernard shares his insights on the next wave of AI-driven innovation and provides valuable examples for listeners looking to seize opportunities across their business when data, AI, mixed reality, and many more capabilities come together.Key topics:- Learn about the next wave of Generative AI-driven innovation- Hear how modalities, agentic AI, and other technologies converge in the near and distant future- Seize the opportunity for business leaders in traditional industries- Prepare today to set your business up for future success in this environmentListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- See the opportunity of AI for different modalities coming together (e.g. text, audio, video)- Envision the future of your business and what role AI plays in enabling that strategy- Focus on humans and how technology can empower them- Communicate clearly and openly while embracing learning and changeWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/30YZejRr2awQuestions 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

4/22/24 • 27:56

In this episode, Sadie St. Lawrence (Founder of Women in Data & Human-Machine Collaboration Institute) and Andreas Welsch discuss how leaders can empower women to thrive in Data & AI. Sadie shares her story in data and data science and provides valuable tips for listeners looking to increase overall diversity on their teams in an age where AI needs to serve us all.Key topics:- Understand the tech industry’s gender gap- Identify inhibitors for women’s career growth- Learn how leaders can support women in data & AI- Foster collaboration across diverse teams and backgroundsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Shape organizational culture and lead by example- Understand how in-group and out-group behavior influences engagement- Speak up even if you are in a minority group- Provide space and opportunities for female team membersWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/ffKFsRwEfIkQuestions 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

4/8/24 • 26:05

In this episode, Anthony Alcaraz (Chief Product Officer) and Andreas Welsch discuss supercharging your Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) application with a knowledge graph. Anthony shares his experience expanding Generative AI applications and large language models and provides valuable tips for listeners looking to get even more relevant results from their AI applications.Key topics:- Identify shortcomings of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)- Describe a knowledge graph and its purpose- Learn how to build a knowledge graph- Clarify when to use a knowledge graphListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Provide context between data sources with a knowledge graph- Gather and prepare qualitative data to build your knowledge graph and AI model on- Treat knowledge graphs as one concept among others in your AI strategy- Start with the business problem and identify the best data sources and methods for solving itWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/OSj08YBdQrgQuestions 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

3/18/24 • 25:00

In this episode, Carly Taylor (Director of Franchise Security Strategy, Activision/ Call of Duty) and Andreas Welsch discuss strengthening your security against Generative AI hackers. Carly shares examples of Generative AI's use to aid black hat and white hackers in their cat-and-mouse game. Carly provides valuable insights for listeners looking to learn about ways Generative AI is already used today beyond social engineering, phishing, and other cybersecurity threads.Key topics:- Examine the evolving uses of Generative AI and its implications on cybersecurity- Identify black hat activities in AI that leaders should know- Discuss white hat techniques in using Generative AI- Learn how to protect your products and users from AI hackersListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Raise awareness for AI-powered cybersecurity threats among employees - Adapt if humans are the weakest link in the security chain - Use Generative AI to detect cybersecurity threats and gather intelligence - Adopt security tools with built-in AI vs. build them from scratchWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/hVV24bCGWQEQuestions 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

3/11/24 • 30:50

In this episode, T. Scott Clendaniel (VP & AI Instructor, Analytics-Edge) and Andreas Welsch discuss improving your user experience with Generative AI. Scott shares his perspective on making business applications more accessible with AI and provides valuable tips for listeners looking to get more business value from AI projects.Key topics:- Democratize AI with user-friendly access- Explore LLMs' unexpected UX benefits for business users- Distinguish LLMs from past UX trends- Guide AI leaders on integrating LLMs into applications effectivelyListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Democratize access to LLM-driven insights in natural language- Ask Generative tools for help to improve prompts- View LLMs as a new user interface- Use Generative AI to understand user behavior and preferencesWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/5HgkawZdihUQuestions 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

2/26/24 • 26:13

In this episode, Bill Schmarzo (Professor & Author, Dean of Big Data) and Andreas Welsch discuss preparing your business team for Generative AI. Bill shares his learnings from teaching business teams about data literacy and provides valuable insight) for listeners looking to help their stakeholders develop a better understanding of Data, Artificial Intelligence, and how to best use them in a business context.Key topics:- Discuss the importance of AI and data literacy- Explore ways leaders can empower their teams in AI and data- Identify key partners for AI Centers of Excellence in promoting AI literacy- Learn a leadership trick to boost organizational AI literacyListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Understand how your data is being used to personalize information- Demand transparency about AI-driven decisions- Apply a Socratic mindset when using Generative AI and ask questionsWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/ghVxy23zzpMQuestions 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

2/19/24 • 27:04

In this episode, Conor Grennan (Dean of Students, MBA Program & Head of Generative AI, NYU Stern School of Business) and Andreas Welsch discuss how you can stay on top of Generative AI industry news. Conor shares his insights on learning about Generative AI and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to focus on the key AI news for their job and tasks.Key topics:- Decide if businesses need a Head of Generative AI role- Discuss strategies for upskilling students and professionals in AI- Distinguish between must-know AI news and seemingly important updates- Receive tips to stay informed on AI developmentsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Separate relevant AI news for your role and task from irrelevant noise- Approach Generative AI as a conversational experience vs. a technology tool- Stay ahead with training on ChatGPT, etc.- Find a sparring partner to learn with about Generative AI and how to use it bestWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/4cRDqsmC19oQuestions 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

2/5/24 • 27:01

In this episode, Mark Minevich (Chief Digital AI Strategist & Author) and Andreas Welsch discuss creating a sustainable future with AI. Mark shares his perspective on using artificial intelligence that serves our planet and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to align their AI initiatives with sustainable, ethical AI objectives.Key topics:- Address AI's longevity and opportunities in a world powered by AI- Analyze sustainability in high-resource Generative AI environments- Evaluate ethical and sustainable AI use and its measurable impacts- Implement ethical AI in businesses beyond panels and policiesListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Focus on sustainability beyond pure productivity gains on an individual business level- Understand how your business’ AI projects contribute to achieving sustainable goals- Ensure AI projects align with ethics and privacy guidelines- Balance Generative AI driven innovation with power consumptionWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/R8rxQN60eGMQuestions 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

1/29/24 • 28:32

In this episode, Andrea Isoni (Chief AI Officer) and Andreas Welsch discuss how you can prepare for the E.U. AI Act. Andrea shares his insights on the upcoming regulation as well as AI-related ISO certifications and provides valuable insights for listeners looking to better understand the impact of regulation on their AI products.Key topics:- Understand E.U. AI Act's impact and protective measures - Prioritize AI leaders' top three essential actions - Discover recent developments in the evolving AI Act - Identify critical regulations, compliance efforts, and standardsListen to the episode to hear how you can:- Determine the risk classification of your AI model- Assess your Generative AI cyber security exposure, potential leaks, and attacks- Decide which kind of governance you need for your AI models based on the new ISO 42001 standardWatch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/uRPjhONR0xUQuestions 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

1/22/24 • 22:37

In this episode, Daniel Faggella (Founder, Emerj Research) and Andreas Welsch discuss the big trends and predictions for Generative AI in the enterprise. Daniel shares his insights on Generative AI and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to implement AI in business this yearKey topics:- Anticipate key trends for Generative AI in 2024 - Determine focus areas for AI leaders to prioritize AI this year- Drive adoption of AI and Generative AI in your business- Outlook on Generative AI over the next 3-5 yearsListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Understand why established vendors will lead the first wave of Generative AI- Benefit from an increased level of AI fluency within the C-Suite for AI adoption- Assess risk appetite vs. risk aversion within the enterprise- Expect a significant impact of LLMs on work and the economy Watch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/nbDSvfBClqwQuestions 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

1/15/24 • 25:40

In this episode, Enrico Santus (Human-AI Collaboration Leader) and Andreas Welsch discuss designing human-AI collaboration for adaptive processes. Enrico shares his experience in balancing the strengths of humans and AI for optimal results in business processes by gaining trust and sharing a long-term vision.Key topics:- Design processes for humans and AI working together- Learn what makes processes adaptive- Understand key challenges when designing systems for human-AI collaboration- Implement principles for effective collaborationListen to the full episode to hear how you can:- Leverage the strengths of humans and AI- Define AI as a far-reaching goal vs. small projects- Assess complexity, ambiguity, and risk for optimal use of AI- Share long-term goals for using AI to ensure trust and avoid overrelianceWatch the full episode:https://youtu.be/R8rxQN60eGMQuestions 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

1/8/24 • 24:43

In this episode, Laks Srinivasan (Founder of Institute for Return on AI) and Andreas Welsch discuss how technology leaders can help their business counterparts develop AI literacy. Laks shares his insights on working with leadership teams and provides valuable advice for listeners looking to help their leaders become more familiar with AI. Key topics: - Describe AI Fluency - Identify level AI Fluency of business leaders - Increase AI Fluency of leadership teams Listen to the full episode to hear how you can: - Help leaders become more comfortable with AI - Choose tools and methods to increase AI literacy - Customize enablement program by leader and role Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7OLb0nbMUO0Questions 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

12/27/23 • 28:13