Traditional AI, also known as “classical AI,” is known for being rule-based and dependent on stringent programming for its intended output. These techniques revolve around the manipulation of symbols and logical reasoning to perform tasks. Key methodologies include rule-based systems, where knowledge is encoded in the form of “if-then” statements, enabling machines to make decisions […]
Edge vs. Cloud: The Data Dilemma of AI-Powered IoT
As artificial intelligence (AI) integrates with the Internet of Things (IoT), a trillion-dollar question emerges: Is it better to process device data at the edge or in the cloud? This decision carries significant implications for privacy, performance, and the future of smart devices. So, let’s explore the growth of autonomous smart devices, examine the key […]
Embracing Data and Emerging Technologies for Quality Management Excellence
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the role of quality management (QM) is undergoing a significant transformation. No longer just a compliance checkbox, QM is emerging as a strategic asset that can drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. This shift is largely propelled by the adoption of intelligent technologies and the strategic use of data, […]
The Data Difference: How SMBs Are Getting Ahead of the Competition
The cost of complacency is becoming crystal clear in the small and medium-sized business (SMB) space. There’s little room for those who rest on their laurels, especially when they make up over 95% of businesses globally emerging all the time. Amid fierce and crowded competition, innovation increasingly sets apart the high performers from those struggling to stand their […]
Enterprise Data World 2024 Takeaways: Key Trends in Applying AI to Data Management
I was privileged to deliver a workshop at Enterprise Data World (EDW) 2024. Publishing this review is a way to express my gratitude to the fantastic team at DATAVERSITY and Tony Shaw personally for organizing this prestigious live event. Part 1 of this article considered the key takeaways in data governance, discussed at Enterprise Data World 2024. […]
RAG: The Future of Reliable and Accurate Generative AI
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides, with models like GPT-4 demonstrating human-like language generation capabilities. Conventional generative models often need help delivering precise and current information. Retrieval augmented generation (RAG) addresses these limitations by incorporating real-time data retrieval into the generative process. Recent studies show that RAG models have achieved up to a 30 […]
3 Ways to Augment – Not Replace – Your Talent with AI
The New York Times recently published an article “If AI Can Do Your Job, Maybe It Can Replace Your CEO,” about why artificial intelligence (AI) may soon replace leadership roles. It’s a clickbait-y topic, yet at the same time, not the most unrealistic prediction regarding what AI will soon be able to achieve. As it stands, the majority […]
Ask a Data Ethicist: How Can We Set Realistic Expectations About AI?
One of the most important questions about using AI responsibly has very little to do with data, models, or anything technical. It has to do with the power of a captivating story about magical thinking. There’s a set of beliefs driven by over-exuberant AI hype – that AI is going to revolutionize everything! How can […]
Women in Data: Meet Traceable Founding Engineer Prerana Singhal
The latest installment in our Q&A series with women leaders in data features Prerana Singhal, founding engineer at Traceable. (Read our previous Q&A here.) Prerana Singhal loves a good puzzle, so it’s no surprise that she began her career as a coder, with an interest in deep learning and natural language processing. A founding engineer at Traceable, […]
From AI Hype to Adoption: What’s Holding AI Back in 2024?
When generative AI exploded onto the tech scene in 2022, companies scrambled to adopt the “Next Big Thing.” Now, everyone from the smallest startups to the biggest banks and retailers wants to reap the benefits it has to offer. GenAI promised a workforce revolution – let the computer take care of your busywork so you […]