Explore the podcast → https://ibm.biz/BdbYhMLearn about AI agents for procurement → https://ibm.biz/BdbYhSProcurement is stepping into the future with AI. In this AI in Action episode, expert Daniel Barnes chats with David Levy about how agentic AI is shaking up procurement, which has long been stuck in spreadsheets and slow processes. Watch the episode to understand how AI is pulling insights from contracts, vendor documents and other datasets, empowering procurement teams to make smarter, faster decisions. Also, learn how some companies are stumbling by trying to AI everything at once. Companies need to understand that the smart move is to start small and then scale up. 0:00 - Intro02:14 - Data management in procurement 08:45 - How agentic AI has changed procurement13:10 - How AI and data are redefining vendor evaluation17:17 - Getting CPOs started with the right technology23:54 - The rise of agentic negotiators26:37 - Risks of ignoring AI-driven procurement opportunitiesThe opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of IBM or any other organization or entity.
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AI adoption demands more than just new tools
Most companies struggle with AI. And it’s usually not because the technology doesn’t work, but because the right adoption approach isn’t followed. As Conor Grennan, Chief AI Architect at New York University, puts it, treating AI like a digital transformation initiative is a recipe for failure. What actually works is when leaders move beyond rolling out AI tools and drive the behavioral shift that sets clear expectations and enables real change.When leadership teams get the people part right, they can avoid the usual mistakes, align teams on what matters and turn AI into real business results.Learn about AI agents and application architecture → https://ibm.biz/BdbR2B 0:00 Intro04:52 AI adoption is a behavioral challenge07:55 AI isn’t digital transformation 11:30 The risk of using AI agents as mere replacements16:31 Finding the AI champion who drives change18:18 The shift from commands to conversations22:39 The foundation for scaling AI workflows32:22 Why AI agents aren’t just machines33:15 Trust, hallucinations and the data problemThe opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of IBM or any other organization or entity. AI news is moving fast. Keep your business ahead with updates about AI advancements, strategies and expert perspectives → https://ibm.biz/BdbdvS
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Industrial work reimagined with AI and robotics
AI and robotics are revolutionizing industrial work and automation by enhancing efficiency, reducing costs and safeguarding human workers from hazardous tasks. In this episode, Aaron Saunders, CTO of Boston Dynamics, delves into the transformative potential of AI-powered robotics, highlighting how robots are becoming safer, more cost-effective and widely accessible through Robotics as a Service (RaaS). He shares real-world applications of industrial robotics, insights into ROI and the shift from deterministic systems to open-ended technologies, while also addressing key challenges, such as managing expectations and ensuring data privacy. Timestamps:0:00 Intro03:03 The future of robots with generative AI07:22 Beyond warehouses: New uses for AI robots12:29 ROI from AI-powered robotics15:13 The next phase of AI and robotics18:41 Guidance for CTOs on AI and roboticsThe opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of IBM or any other organization or entity. AI news is moving fast. Keep your business ahead with updates about AI advancements, strategies and expert perspectives → https://ibm.biz/BdnXVJ #AI #Robotics #IndustrialAutomation #RoboticsasAService #ReturnOnInvestment #SafetyInAutomation #FutureTech #AaronSaunders #DavidLevy
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Tractor Supply Company shows the power of AI in retail
AI in retail is no longer a buzzword. It’s a reality, and Tractor Supply Company has been one of the pioneers in driving it forward.In this conversation, Glenn Allison, VP of AI platforms at Tractor Supply Company, explains how AI communicators, mobile apps and computer vision are making life easier for teams and creating a truly AI-enabled customer experience.Watch the episode to witness generative AI in action. Discover how it’s reshaping workflows, powering decisions and fueling innovation across retail. Timestamps:0:00 Intro03:34 Balancing AI innovation and operations06:09 AI agents transforming retail12:54 Scaling up for AI17:25 Continuous learning in the age of AI19:56 Boosting ROI through AI22:40 The workforce response to AI The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of IBM or any other organization or entity. AI news is moving fast. Keep your business ahead with updates about AI advancements, strategies and expert perspectives → https://ibm.biz/BdnXVJ #AIinRetail #TractorSupply #ArtificialIntelligence #CustomerExperience #Innovation #GlennAllison #DavidLevy
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Why AI adoption starts with employee happiness
Is generative AI just a productivity hack—or your team’s secret to loving work again? Deborah Lovich, Managing Director and Senior Partner, Boston Consulting Group, believes that when AI is used to decrease the grind and increase the joy, employees embrace it instead of resisting. Hence, Deborah encourages businesses to develop AI tools with employees, equip managers to lead AI adoption and customize AI learning opportunities. The result? Motivated teams, lower churn and bigger profits. Catch the full discussion to learn how you can transform work by putting your people at the center of all AI initiatives.The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of IBM or any other organization or entity.
AI in Action explores what it takes to put artificial intelligence into action across a rapidly evolving business and tech landscape. Each episode focuses on responsible AI implementation and real-world business challenges, examined through a practical use case lens.
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