case with quantifiable outcomes, then working backwards from there. It sounds simple, but it’ s amazing how many companies didn’ t do it.”
This emphasis on practical application extends to implementation strategy. Leon advocates starting with targeted deployments rather than enterprise-wide initiatives.“ Start small and grow to gain credibility,” he advises.“ Make sure the use case works, which earns the right to ask for further budget.”
He also cautions against automating inefficient processes without reconsidering their fundamental value.“ When automating processes, ensure they’ re processes worth automating rather than just replicating bad processes.”
UK economic potential hinges on skills and data sovereignty Looking beyond individual implementations to the broader UK economic landscape, Leon identifies several requirements for realising the potential of AI technologies at national scale.
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