"Buy vs. Build with AI: A Strategic Dilemma"

Too often, strategic decisions are driven by 'gut feelings' instead of hard data. AI is a powerful tool, but it needs a solid foundation to deliver real value. Without a clear understanding of your processes, it's difficult to know where AI can truly make an impact. Join us for the next Business Originals episode (Sep 25th) where we'll cover: - The importance of process understanding for a clear strategy. - How to get full operational visibility for smarter AI use. - The benefit of continuous monitoring to catch issues early. Don't miss the conversation with professor Hans Mulder and Carel Hoytema from Eraneos. They'll show you how a clear view of your processes leads to better decisions and more effective AI. Link in comments👇 #processexcellence #datadriven #AIinbusiness #businesstransformation

Too often, strategic decisions are driven by 'gut feelings' instead of hard data. AI is a powerful tool, but it needs a solid foundation to deliver real value. Without a clear understanding of your processes, it's difficult to know where AI can truly make an impact.

At a recent All Hands, someone asked me, “How is AI going to change the way people work across our industry?” The short answer: we adapt. The longer answer: we stay human. We double down on critical thinking, grit, and real world problem solving.  We use new tools to work smarter, but we never let the tools do all the thinking for us. And we keep creating opportunities for people to grow, not get replaced. AI and automation are here. The difference will always be the people behind the work. But the real value was in the question, because it showed our team is thinking two steps ahead. #thinkviably #ai #futurefocused #trashtalker

📊 AI consulting isn’t about tools, it’s about thinking clearly and communicating impact. In this episode of AI Meets Humanity, we break down 4 essential frameworks every AI consultant should master to solve real business problems and win client trust. If you want to advise at the highest level, start with structure. 💬 Inside the episode: 🔹 how to use a driver tree to reverse-engineer business problems; 🔹 why great consultants speak in outcomes—profit, growth and risk; 🔹 how the FAST model and pyramid principle turn thinking into influence. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/d682f2mm #AIMeetsHumanity #AIConsulting #ConsultingFrameworks #BusinessAcumen #StructuredThinking #FASTModel #PyramidPrinciple #PodcastRecommendation

The future of business doesn’t wait for reports, it demands foresight. That’s where predictive analytics meets ML and Generative AI. From spotting churn before it happens to creating hyper-personalized experiences, innovations in predictive analytics are reshaping how leaders drive growth. The best part? We’re no longer just analyzing the past. We’re simulating tomorrow’s scenarios, today. Our latest blog discusses - ⇨ How predictive analytics is evolving with ML & Gen AI ⇨ Real business use cases you can relate to ⇨ Why this shift is becoming a core business necessity, not a “nice-to-have” Read the full blog from here - https://lnkd.in/gyhnnAZ6 Over to you, if you could predict one thing in your business with 95% accuracy, what would you choose? #PredictiveAnalytics #GenerativeAI #MachineLearning #ExpressAnalytics #DigitalTransformation

The newest episode of #ShimmySays is here. Alan Shimel challenges the “AI apocalypse” narrative and explains why the real risks come from poor strategy, blind spots, and misplaced priorities. He also shares actionable steps enterprises can take to ensure AI initiatives deliver measurable impact. ▶️ Watch the full episode to gain insights that help you align AI strategy with real business outcomes. #ArtificialIntelligence #AIStrategy

Mastering AI Integration: Why Small Steps Lead to Big Wins When it comes to AI, trying to do everything at once often leads to failure. Jonathan Mast shares why starting with repeatable internal tasks is the key to building confidence and creating long-term value. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Start small and scale gradually ✔️ Focus on internal wins first ✔️ Build trust across teams and customers 🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://bit.ly/447jkD3 🔗 Discover more via the Inner Circle: https://bit.ly/4h4a5q6 #AIBusinessCatalyst #CustomerCentricity #AIMarketing #Personalization #CustomerInsights #AIinBusiness #CustomerEngagement #AIAgents #BusinessStrategy #EthicalAI #businessarchitecture #businessanalysis #enterprisearchitecture #businessanalyt #businessarchitect #Agorainsights #aidon.ai #JonathanMast #Whitebeardproductions #OmarGawad #AlainPicard

Mastering AI Integration: Why Small Steps Lead to Big Wins When it comes to AI, trying to do everything at once often leads to failure. Jonathan Mast shares why starting with repeatable internal tasks is the key to building confidence and creating long-term value. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Start small and scale gradually ✔️ Focus on internal wins first ✔️ Build trust across teams and customers 🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://bit.ly/46eaO5W 🔗 Discover more via the Inner Circle: https://bit.ly/4h4a5q6 #AIBusinessCatalyst #CustomerCentricity #AIMarketing #Personalization #CustomerInsights #AIinBusiness #CustomerEngagement #AIAgents #BusinessStrategy #EthicalAI #businessarchitecture #businessanalysis #enterprisearchitecture #businessanalyt #businessarchitect #Agorainsights #aidon.ai #JonathanMast #Whitebeardproductions #OmarGawad #AlainPicard

AI is not a distant vision. It is already reshaping how businesses work, saving time, reducing costs and helping leaders make smarter decisions 🧠 Some organisations are seeing real results. Others are stuck in pilots that go nowhere. The difference comes down to having a clear roadmap We have put together the steps every business needs to move from experimentation to measurable results 👏 #ai #microsoft365 #digitaltransformation #businessgrowth #msftadvocate

Too many businesses that I speak to are still stuck in pilots that never deliver value, or simply do not have a plan to reap the success its implementation should have. A clear strategy, defined goals, tight security, and the right expertise separate those who unlock real productivity and cost savings from those who stall. This guide lays out the steps to move from experimentation to measurable results. Well worth a read if you want to make AI truly work for your business.