Category: AI
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Data Privacy Week: How Every CIO and CDO Must Take Control of Their Data
Data Privacy Week 2025 emphasizes the theme “Take control of your data.” Organizations are urged to enhance data governance and security in light of increasing risks from breaches and regulations holding leaders accountable. Key areas to focus on include human factors, data security, and AI governance to mitigate risks effectively.
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Predictions on Culture, Gen AI, and Innovation That I Hope Are Wrong
Isaac Sacolick highlights concerns about DEI practices, hybrid work’s potential decline, AI overinvestment, and underinvestment in employee leadership development and training. He stresses the importance of leadership development for organizational success, warning against possible setbacks if companies fail to prioritize these areas.
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Inspire Digital Storytelling and Enlighten AI Leaders With These Helpful Books
Isaac Sacolick shares insights on his favorite books from the past year, highlighting essential reads for digital storytellers and tech leaders. Key recommendations include “Storyworthy” by Matthew Dicks, “Building a Second Brain” by Tiago Forte, and Adam Grant’s “Hidden Potential.” Additional notable mentions cover AI and leadership books.
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My Top Articles of 2024: More GenAI to Digital Transformation
In this holiday week post, Isaac Sacolick reflects on 2024, highlighting key articles in AI, leadership, and innovation. Isaac selects must-reads like expert AI predictions and insights on digital transformation.
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20 Expert Gen AI Predictions for an Ambitious 2025
Discussions with leaders from vtech companies focused on CIO’s gen AI expectations for 2025, highlighting the shift towards pragmatic AI applications amidst fading LLM hype. Key predictions include the rise of agentic AI, increased focus on data privacy, and the need for effective change management to support innovation and employee engagement.
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This Most Boring Gen AI Use Case Saves Millions in Regulated Industries
By 2025, generative AI will drive significant business value, focusing on practical, less glamorous use cases like document processing, intelligent automation, and AI agents. These advancements promise to increase accuracy and reduce costs, particularly in regulated industries like financial services, insurance, and life sciences. Private AI implementation within secure environments will be essential for maximizing…
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From Gray Work to Growth: Enabling Pragmatic AI in Construction and Manufacturing
The construction and manufacturing sectors are experiencing growth, with significant job additions and positive production forecasts. However, they face complexity due to multiple stakeholders, low margins, and evolving regulations. Utilizing dynamic work management and pragmatic AI can streamline operations and address inefficiencies, ultimately enhancing productivity and safety in these industries.
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What Gen AI Should Tech Innovation Teams Review in 2025?
In 2025, innovation teams, CIOs, and leaders should prioritize short-term value, focusing on AI to enhance customer impact. Key areas include developing generative AI agents, optimizing data governance, and managing knowledge debt. Emphasis on cost-efficiency via Green FinOps and sustainable practices is essential for aligning with digital transformation goals amidst rapid economic changes.
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3 Ways CIOs Can Drive Amazing Employee Experiences in the Gen AI Era
CIOs often face challenges in prioritizing employee experience in digital transformation. While customer experience and data initiatives may take precedence, neglecting employee experience can affect hiring and morale. Strategies like promoting hybrid work, evaluating AI agents in service functions, and enhancing developer experiences can drive significant improvements and organizational benefits.
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6 Important AI and Data Governance Non-Negotiables
The importance of clear governance for CIOs, CTOs, and CDOs in fostering innovation while addressing the complexity of governance policies. One-pagers, termed “non-negotiables,” serve as essential communication tools to simplify governance concepts, align expectations, and ensure adherence to data and AI governance standards for organizational success.
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How We Redesigned “Drive” With Help From Gen AI
How Isaac Sacolick and team rebrand, redesign, and replatform his 700 post blog with tech assistance from Gen AI like ChatGPT and autimation like Zapier and Quickbase. They enhance the information architecture, establish the StarCIO Digital Trailblazer Community, and launch “Drive,” the redesigned blog for digital transformation leaders.
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6 Astounding Industry 5.0 Use Cases Driving Value with AI and ML
CIOs share the business value of AI and ML in manufacturing and distinguish between Industry 4.0 and 5.0. Use cases include smart manufacturing.