The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has sparked a broad spectrum of opinions across society, with strong arguments both supporting and opposing its implementation. On one side, many view AI-driven tools as transformative, bringing remarkable progress to sectors such as healthcare, education, and transportation, while also fueling innovation and research. On the other side, skeptics […]
Posts Tagged ‘AI governance’
The Agentic Enterprise: Key Agent Announcements from Microsoft Ignite 2025
Microsoft Ignite 2025 marked a pivotal shift in enterprise AI strategy, introducing a new generation of autonomous agents and the governance tools needed to manage them responsibly. From sales and HR to IT and productivity, Microsoft’s announcements signal a future where AI agents are not just assistants—but active participants in business operations. New AI Agents: […]
Trust, Data, and the Human Side of AI: Lessons From a Lifelong Automotive Leader
In this episode of “What If? So What?”, Jim Hertzfeld sits down with Wally Burchfield, former senior executive at GM, Nissan, and Nissan United, to explore what’s driving transformation in the automotive industry and beyond. Wally’s perspective is clear: in a world obsessed with automation and data, the companies that win will be the ones that stay […]
Susan Etlinger, AI Analyst and Industry Watcher on Building Trust
Balancing AI Strategy With Human Wisdom “AI-first” has become a buzzword in executive conversations, but what does it really mean? Is it about using artificial intelligence at every turn, or applying it with intention and purpose? For analyst and researcher Susan Etlinger, it’s clearly the latter. On the latest episode of “What If? So What?”, […]
The 2025 Work Trend Index Annual Report: The Year the Frontier Firm Is Born
The 2025 Work Trend Index Annual Report, titled “The Year the Frontier Firm Is Born,” explores the transformative impact of AI on business and knowledge work. This comprehensive report delves into how AI is reshaping organizations, creating new roles, and redefining workflows. “Frontier Firms” are redefining how we perceive teamwork by synergizing human judgment and […]
Unlocking the Future of Enterprise AI: Databricks announces Anthropic Partnership
The recent strategic partnership between Databricks and Anthropic is a big step forward for enabling enterprises to build, deploy, and govern AI agents that reason over proprietary data with accuracy, security, and governance. The landscape of enterprise AI is evolving rapidly, and we’re excited to share how our practice is positioned to help businesses maximize […]