AI Newbies, Start Here: 4 focus areas that matter in AI (Ep 07 - Leader Series: AI Agents)
Feeling overwhelmed by the endless flood of GenAI tools, trends, and tech? You’re not alone—and we’re here to cut through the noise. 🚀In this episode of our Leader Series on AI Agents, your hosts Karan Gupta & Anmol Malhotra break down the 4 most critical focus areas that every AI newbie company should prioritize to unlock real value from AI—without wasting time, money, or energy.👉 What you’ll learn: • How to build AI-powered consumer products (with examples for real estate, fitness, and more) • What foundational capabilities matter most (and what you can skip) • How to drive AI innovation from the grassroots—without needing a full transformation • Why you should ignore 99% of AI news—and what to track instead • Bonus: How to future-proof your AI investments with “no-regret” moves 🔒🎯 Whether you’re leading a small business or launching AI at scale, this is the playbook for staying smart, strategic, and focused in a chaotic AI world.#GenerativeAI #AIInnovation #AIForBusiness #AILeadership #LeaderSeries #AIAgents #AIUseCases #AIProductDevelopment #FutureOfWork #AIAdoption #DigitalTransformation #AIInsights #AIForStartups #AIHackathons #AIDataStrategy
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E06 - Implement insurance policy lookup using AI Agents
Discover how to build AI agents from the ground up! In this podcast, we break down the essential capabilities—Data, Controls, Security, and Responsible AI—required to implement AI agents at the grassroots level. Using a practical insurance policy lookup use case, we demonstrate how to seamlessly integrate these components into a robust, secure, and ethical solution.Learn how to:• Efficiently ingest and prepare data for accurate policy retrieval• Establish strong access controls and monitoring for reliability• Implement critical security measures to protect sensitive information• Adhere to ethical guidelines and training for responsible AI deploymentWhether you’re an AI leader or business innovator, this podcast provides actionable insights to help you move from pilot projects to scalable, enterprise-ready solutions. #AIagents #GrassrootsAI #DataGovernance #Security #ResponsibleAI #InsuranceTech #PolicyLookup #EnterpriseAI #DigitalTransformation #AIUseCases
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E05: Igniting AI agents at Grassroots: Use cases and capabilities needed
Are you eager to enable your enterprise to transform everyday tasks using AI Agents but unsure where to start?In this episode, we explore four AI agent archetypes—Focused Task, Process, Partner, and Orchestrator—and show how each can be applied at the grassroots level. From personal productivity hacks to domain-specific workflows in insurance, finance, tech, and healthcare, you’ll discover quick-win use cases that can ignite your organization’s AI journey. We also outline the key capabilities needed to move from a low to a medium maturity level, covering data, security, controls, and more. Whether you’re testing a simple email triage bot or deploying a mini orchestrator for policy review, this conversation will help you set the right foundations for scaled, responsible AI adoption. Tune in and learn how to make high-impact strides in AI innovation—right from where you stand.
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E04: AI Agent innovation needed at all levels
Ever wondered why some AI projects thrive in a single department while others transform entire organizations? Join us to explore the four levels of AI innovation—Individual, Departmental, Business Unit, and Enterprise—and learn how three maturity stages (Low, Medium, High) shape each. Discover where most companies stand today, and get a sneak peek at moving from small pilots to robust, enterprise-ready AI solutions. Perfect for AI leaders and enthusiasts aiming to scale success across their organization!
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E03: Capabilities needed for AI Agents
In this episode, discover the six must-have capability pillars—Data, Technology, Process, Security, Controls, and Responsible AI—every leader needs to build powerful, enterprise-ready AI agents.From grassroots experiments to full-scale adoption, learn how to secure stakeholder support, drive ROI, and future-proof your AI journey. Whether you’re a startup enthusiast or a seasoned CIO, this quick dive has the insights you need!
The ultimate guide for business leaders, CIOs, and forward-thinkers who want to go beyond basic chatbots. In each episode, we break down how today’s AI can sense, decide, act, and learn—and why it’s revolutionizing everything from customer service to product development. From unlocking hidden efficiencies to out-innovating competitors, this series will arm you with the know-how to leverage AI agents for real business impact. If you’re ready to lead the charge on digital transformation, tune in now—and discover how AI agents are redefining what’s possible across the enterprise