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AI data readiness: C-suite fantasy, big IT problem

CIO

Confidence from business leaders is often focused on the AI models or algorithms, Erolin adds, not the messy groundwork like data quality, integration, or even legacy systems. Successful pilot projects or well-performing algorithms may give business leaders false hope, he says. Thats where the friction arises.

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Your CEO has little idea who IT is or what IT does

CIO

IT may be central to modern existence, but the people and processes of IT remain a mystery to most business executives and colleagues. Its time to change this. I asked a group of business executives to take out a blank sheet of paper, draw a big circle, and label it IT People and Processes. For the vast majority, that circle was a tiny period.

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Marsh McLennan IT reorg lays foundation for gen AI

CIO

Marsh McLennan has been using ML algorithms for several years for forecasting, anomaly detection, and image recognition in claims processing. His first order of business was to create a singular technology organization called MMTech to unify the IT orgs of the company’s four business lines.

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Marsh McLellan IT reorg lays foundation for gen AI

CIO

Marsh McLellan has been using ML algorithms for several years for forecasting, anomaly detection, and image recognition in claims processing. His first order of business was to create a singular technology organization called MMTech to unify the IT orgs of the company’s four business lines.

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Build a strong data foundation for AI-driven business growth

CIO

If the data volume is insufficient, it’s impossible to build robust ML algorithms. Getting trusted results There’s no need for any organization to rely on traditional data management, data prep, and algorithms. If the data quality is poor, the generated outcomes will be useless.

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10 emerging innovations that could redefine IT

CIO

The pace of innovation is relentless. CIOs must watch for the next generation of emerging technologies because new software can go from the dreams of some clever coder to an essential part of every IT shop in the blink of an eye. Here are nine big ideas, buzzwords, and evolving technologies that are starting to gather momentum today.

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10 ways AI can make IT more productive

CIO

He observes that mundane repetitive tasks, such as data entry and collection, can be easily handled 24/7 by intelligent AI algorithms. When it comes to maximizing productivity, IT leaders can turn to an array of motivators, including regular breaks, free snacks and beverages, workspace upgrades, mini contests, and so on.

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