From Conversation-Centric to Agent-Centric AI Models

Uncategorized
Enterprises have accelerated their efforts to integrate AI into operations. More recently, many have launched pilot projects to develop agent-based systems across various domains. Most of these agents rely heavily on the capabilities of conversation-centric foundation models such as GPT or Gemini. But as we deploy more capable agent-based intelligent […]
CONTINUE READING
  • 25 September 2025
    September 25, 2025
  • Author esimoudis
  • Comments 0
  • Views 247
  • Likes

Preparing the AI-First Enterprise Workforce for the Age of Agents

Uncategorized
As AI agents become more capable, how should the roles and responsibilities of the AI-first enterprise employees evolve? Which skills will matter at each level? How will technical and business teams collaborate to effectively leverage agents and agent-based systems? As the capabilities of agents advance, employees will move from executing […]
CONTINUE READING

Evolving the AI Agent Spectrum: From Software to Embodied AI

AI
In the piece Agents in the AI-First Company I introduced a five-level spectrum for understanding software agents. The piece generated a strong response and valuable comments, for both of which I’m incredibly grateful. Some readers questioned the original progression of the spectrum. They noted that developing agents that can collaborate […]
CONTINUE READING

Agents In the AI-First Company

AI
AI agents are an important component of the transformation to become an AI-first company. Corporations undertaking this transformation must understand where and how to incorporate agents and which agent types to utilize in the AI-centric processes they establish and the organizational structures they adopt. The article presents AI agent types, […]
CONTINUE READING

The AI-First Company

AI
Introduction In today’s corporate digital transformation landscape, “AI-first company” is emerging as a term that deserves real attention, not just another consultant’s buzzword. But can an incumbent truly transform to become AI-first, as Intuit is attempting, or must it be designed that way from inception, like Tesla? In my previous […]
CONTINUE READING

Robotaxis: Beyond Autonomy, It’s About Superior CX

AI, Autonomous Vehicles
I recently participated in an on-stage discussion about the state of autonomous mobility at the Ride AI Summit in Los Angeles. During the event, I engaged in several conversations with other participants about the robotaxi customer experience. The essence of these discussions reaffirmed what I’ve long maintained—customer experience, rather than […]
CONTINUE READING

Revisiting Insight Generation in the Age of Generative AI

Uncategorized
Ten years ago, I explored the process of insight generation. I presented its key stages and emphasized the characteristics distinguishing true data-driven insights from mere correlations. While the foundations of insight generation remain relevant, since the publication of my original article, the methods, tools, and implications have expanded dramatically. Generative […]
CONTINUE READING

Navigating the AI Adoption Journey: Strategies for Enterprise Success

AI
AI, generative or otherwise, holds immense promise for enterprises looking to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and unlock new business opportunities. Yet, despite the enthusiasm, many companies struggle to transition from pilot projects to large-scale AI deployments. The path to effective AI adoption is not as straightforward as acquiring technology or […]
CONTINUE READING

Mistakes Businesses Make When Implementing AI

AI
AI’s allure is undeniable, and businesses invest heavily in its promise. Bain & Company reports that companies today invest an average of $5 million annually into generative AI initiatives, with some even exceeding $10 million. This pursuit is fueled by AI’s potential to improve productivity, cut costs, and unlock new […]
CONTINUE READING
1 2 3