{"id":20855,"date":"2025-02-24T09:27:46","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T09:27:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.equalexperts.com\/?p=20855"},"modified":"2025-03-27T12:54:11","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T12:54:11","slug":"building-an-ai-capability-that-delivers-value-insights-from-our-melbourne-g-ee-k-talk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.equalexperts.com\/blog\/data-ai\/building-an-ai-capability-that-delivers-value-insights-from-our-melbourne-g-ee-k-talk\/","title":{"rendered":"Building an AI capability that delivers value: Insights from our Melbourne G-EE-K Talk"},"content":{"rendered":"

AI: The buzzword that\u2019s on everyone\u2019s lips. But beyond the hype and the headlines, how do organisations actually harness AI\u2019s potential and build a capability that adds business value?<\/p>\n

That was the burning question at our latest G-EE-K talk in Australia<\/a>, as our in-depth technology series marked its debut in Melbourne\u2019s thriving tech scene.<\/p>\n

With a sell-out crowd of Equal Experts Network members, new technology enthusiasts and business leaders, the evening was buzzing with lively debates around the real-world applications of artificial intelligence and how businesses are making the most of the new opportunities it offers. And, of course, there was plenty of networking over great food and drinks.<\/p>\n

Establishing an AI capability in a modern enterprise<\/h2>\n

Headlining the inaugural Melbourne event on 19 February was Saad Asad, Principal Data and AI Consultant, with his insightful talk \u201cEstablishing an AI capability in a modern enterprise\u201d.<\/p>\n

With extensive experience aligning data and AI initiatives with business objectives, Saad has helped countless organisations achieve better business outcomes driven by data. A seasoned practitioner in technology management, IT consulting and strategic advisory, Saad has worked with businesses to create enterprise data strategies, build data and AI governance capabilities and craft technology adoption roadmaps.<\/p>\n

Saad\u2019s talk took a deep dive into what it takes to build a successful AI capability<\/a>. He explored how organisations need to look beyond AI and align technology, people, and\u00a0processes with business goals to create a successful AI strategy.<\/p>\n

He outlined the key business drivers for organisations to consider in their AI plans, including competitor and market trends, customer expectations and regulations alongside the organisation\u2019s own AI readiness and data culture.\u00a0 Adding practical insights for the audiences, Saad also outlined a roadmap for integrating AI tools and explored how organisations can choose the right AI initiatives that align with wider business goals, such as creating compelling customer experiences, reducing costs or increasing the pace of innovation.<\/p>\n

Attendees left with key takeaways including:<\/p>\n