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In the latest episode of Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions, host Matt Volke dives into the whirlwind of recent AI developments alongside esteemed guests Dr. Michael Green, Director of Product Management at Hitachi Solutions, and Dave Horstein, Senior Director of Advisory at Hitachi Solutions. This episode aims to bring clarity and calm to the current AI market turbulence, focusing on the broader implications of rapid innovations and how businesses can strategically adapt.

Dr. Green and Mr. Horstein address the dramatic market reactions following the release of DeepSeek, an AI model that has outperformed its proprietary counterparts. They discuss the emotional market swings and highlight the potential for increased AI adoption, driven by the open-source model's ability to democratize access to advanced technology. Despite initial panic, they assure listeners that the AI infrastructure's demand will persist, with open-source development spurring innovation cycles and enhancing the value AI brings to organizations.

Key insights from the episode include:

• Understanding Market Reactions: The guests dissect the knee-jerk responses to recent AI advancements, emphasizing the importance of viewing them within a broader strategic context.
• Open Source and Innovation: As AI models become more accessible, open-source contributions are expected to accelerate innovation, reducing development cycles and increasing competitive opportunities for businesses.
• Strategic AI Adoption: With the rise of compact reasoning models, AI is becoming more affordable and easier to integrate into business and consumer applications. Organizations are encouraged to proactively incorporate AI into their strategic planning to remain competitive.

Stay connected with us for more insights into the evolving world of AI and technology. You can find all our episodes on your favorite podcast platforms or at hitachisolutions.com.

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Join Advisory Host Dave Horstein with Change Management Expert Ian Park as they unpack AI prioritization for leaders everywhere in every org. This one's got something in here for YOU.

Listen to this episode and take away tools and tips to action for your AI initiatives and to reach better outcomes for your enterprise:

• AI and Human Element: Dave and Ian unpack the importance of considering the human element in AI implementation, emphasizing communication, sponsorship, and change management.
• AI Maturity Stages: The five stages of AI maturity, from exploring AI capabilities to implementing advanced use cases, help organizations navigate these stages.
• Defining Vision and Benefits: Many organizations are in the defining stage of AI adoption, where they need to establish a clear vision and communicate the benefits to employees.
• Governance and Risk: Embrace governance from the word GO in AI implementations to mitigate risks and ensure proper use of the technology.
• Upskilling and Reskilling: Understanding the need for upskilling and reskilling employees to work alongside AI, rather than replacing them, and how to address employee concerns.
• Value and Automation: AI can change the perception of employee value within an organization and how to approach employees who are concerned about their value.
• Leader Communication: How to communicate AI adoption to their teams, even if they are uncertain about the technology's implementation.
• Transparency and Openness: Transparency and open communication are paramount with employees about AI adoption to build trust and address concerns.
• Tools and Tips: How to get started with Microsoft's Viva offerings, sentiment surveys, and skills GPT for employee development.

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Unpacking the 5 Stages of AI Maturity with Hitachi Solutions

In this episode of "Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions," host Dave Horstein explores the journey of AI value creation with guests Ryan Caputo and Chris Bennett. The discussion revolves around how companies can embed AI into their operations to achieve tangible results such as revenue generation, cost optimization, and innovation. They emphasize the importance of organizational readiness and a phased approach to AI maturity.

Ryan and Chris explain that every organization is at a different stage in their AI journey, and it’s crucial to understand where they currently stand to effectively move forward. They highlight Microsoft’s AI maturity study, which outlines five key stages: Exploring, Planning, Implementing, Scaling, and Realizing. Each stage has its own set of priorities and challenges, and the goal is to progress through these stages to achieve significant value.

A critical takeaway from the discussion is the importance of having a strong leadership vision and support. This is identified as the strongest driver of success in AI adoption. Additionally, they stress that having a solid technical foundation is essential for scaling AI solutions and realizing their full potential.

The episode provides valuable insights into how organizations can strategically approach AI implementation, ensuring both business and technical readiness to unlock substantial value.

For more information and to access the Microsoft AI maturity study, visit global.hitachi-solutions.com.

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