S6 Episode 4: The opportunity for Enterprise AI with Darshan Chandarana and Julia Howes from PWC

This podcast episode features an interview with Darshan Chandarana and Julia Howes from PwC about opportunities in enterprise AI.  They discussed AI adoption across industries, with financial services and retail leading the way, and Darshan emphasised the importance of responsible AI and understanding societal impacts. Julia discussed the challenges of AI adoption like determining value and data privacy issues.  Julia gave examples where Microsoft"s Copilot AI is helping non-native English speakers and explains how the future of work with AI could involve remote working and creativity hubs.  Emerging technologies like augmented reality are also discussed, and our guests encourage experimenting with AI, embracing change, and coordinating cross-functional teams to unlock value from enterprise AI. We also discussed:Industries benefiting the most from Gen AIResponsible AI in practiceGetting started with AIWhy GenAI needs an intelligent approach to adoptionPWCs own tool - ChatPWCWhat are customers asking about Generative AI?What are AI Co-Pilots?AI Strategy and Execution ChallengesThe need for an AI Council to help co-ordinate activitiesWhat do clients need to look out for with AI projects?Common challenges faced in integrating AISafe, short experimentsAI Applications and Data QualityThe quick wins for AI projectsThe need for quality AI-ready dataWithout good data, there is no good AIIndustry-specific LLM"sAI Industry Trends and ApplicationsThe most unique problems solved by AIPodcast tip - using AI for language translationPreparing the workforce for Gen AIAddressing employee issues around AI deploymentsFuture Work Trends and Emerging TechThe need for critical thinking in the age of AIThe future of work under AIEmerging technologies to watchHow to stay informed on new technologies3 actionable tips to prepare for Enterprise AI More on Darshan Darshan on LinkedIn More on Julia Julia on LinkedIn Resources mentioned in this episode The PWC Essential 8 Technologies PWC website "I am Flame" book on Amazon Your Host: Actionable Futurist® & Chief Futurist Andrew Grill For more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew"s Social Channels Andrew on LinkedIn @AndrewGrill on Twitter @Andrew.Grill on Instagram Keynote speeches here Pre-order Andrew"s upcoming book - Digitally Curious