• Navigating the AI Landscape: Becoming a Successful Early Adopter
    May 22 2024
    In this episode of "Growth with AI and Automation," host Kyle Morse discusses explosive AI adoption and the challenges businesses face when trying to integrate AI into their operations. He identifies four archetypes of businesses approaching AI: the Scattershot, Optionality Paralysis, Top-Down Pressure, and the Strategic Implementer. Morse argues that these archetypes are inherently set up for failure due to the high costs, long development times, and uncertain ROI associated with custom AI projects. He has experience with these archetypes as he is a professional AI consultant (https://strata52.com). Instead, he suggests that businesses should strive to become Successful Early Adopters by building an AI stack that blends off-the-shelf tools and custom AI tailored to their specific needs. By doing so, companies can minimize risk, maximize ROI, and empower their employees to effectively leverage AI technology. Morse invites listeners to join him on a journey of discovery and transformation as they navigate the AI landscape and learn what it takes to succeed with AI and automation.
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    10 mins
  • The Four Core Components of Successful AI Adoption for Medium-Sized Businesses
    May 15 2024
    Title: The Four Core Components of Successful AI Adoption for Medium-Sized Businesses Episode Summary: In this episode of the Growth with AI and Automation podcast, Kyle Morse, Managing Partner of Strata52 (https://strata52.com), shares his expertise on how medium-sized businesses can successfully integrate AI into their operations. Kyle discusses the four core components that businesses should focus on to become successful early adopters of AI: AI Strategist Subject Matter Expert (SME) Ethical AI Policies AI Road Mapping and Implementation AI Performance Dashboard Kyle explains the role of an AI Strategist SME in architecting the company's AI strategy, overseeing the implementation of the AI roadmap, and monitoring the AI stack's performance. He also emphasizes the importance of establishing ethical AI policies to ensure responsible AI adoption and empower employees to find and implement AI tools. Furthermore, Kyle delves into the process of creating an AI roadmap, which involves identifying opportunities for AI implementation, assigning them to off-the-shelf or custom AI tools, and prioritizing quick wins. He also highlights the significance of an AI performance dashboard to measure and monitor the AI stack's performance using business KPIs and employee sentiment metrics. Lastly, Kyle discusses the two categories of AI tools that businesses should consider when developing their AI roadmap: customer copilots and employee copilots. By focusing on these four core components, medium-sized businesses can streamline their operations and successfully adopt AI to drive growth and efficiency.
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    11 mins
  • The emergence of the AI strategist
    May 15 2024
    In this episode, host Kyle Morse delves into the critical role of an AI strategist in successfully transforming businesses with AI. He shares Strata52's belief that the future of business involves multiple AI tools, both custom-built and off-the-shelf, working seamlessly together as an "AI stack." An AI strategist's responsibilities include: * Developing ethical AI policies aligned with the company's values and principles. * Architecting a tailored AI strategy based on the company's unique challenges, opportunities, and objectives. * Implementing AI by navigating the landscape of AI tools and platforms and ensuring seamless integration and optimization. * Managing and optimizing the AI stack over time to drive maximum business value. Through a real-world example of a mid-sized retail company looking to improve customer experience and increase conversion rates, Kyle demonstrates how an AI strategist can identify pain points, develop a targeted AI strategy, implement tools, and provide ongoing optimization. Beyond the technical aspects, an AI strategist also plays a crucial role in change management, ensuring team buy-in, engagement, and adaptation to new ways of working. Kyle encourages business leaders to consider partnering with an AI strategist to harness the power of AI for driving real business results. He also invites listeners to access resources on the Strata52 (https://strata52.com) website for hiring in-house AI strategists or Chief AI Officers. The episode concludes with a promise to dive deeper into AI strategy and implementation in future episodes, featuring more case studies, insights, and advice from leading AI experts and practitioners.
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    6 mins
  • Introduction
    May 8 2024
    In this introductory episode of "Growth with AI & Automation," we set the stage for an insightful exploration of the transformative power of artificial intelligence in business. Our host, Kyle Morse, co-founder and managing partner of Strata52, shares his vision for the podcast and highlights the spectrum of AI adoption across various industries. We discuss how solopreneurs and freelancers are leveraging off-the-shelf AI tools to automate tasks and enhance their productivity, while large enterprises invest heavily in custom AI solutions to gain a competitive edge. Kyle also addresses the unique challenges faced by small and medium-sized businesses, who often find themselves grappling with the decision to buy, build, or question the AI hype. Throughout the episode, Kyle emphasizes the importance of developing a strategic AI roadmap that aligns with one's business goals. He introduces the concept of the "AI stack," a blend of off-the-shelf tools and custom AI solutions, as a powerful approach for businesses to harness the potential of AI effectively. Looking ahead, Kyle previews the exciting lineup of upcoming episodes, which will feature real-world case studies, interviews with industry experts, and practical insights to help listeners navigate the AI landscape and drive growth in their organizations. Join us on this compelling journey as we explore the frontiers of AI and automation, and discover how you can leverage these technologies to unlock new opportunities and achieve transformative growth in your business.
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    4 mins