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𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 *𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆* 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀? It’s time we take a hard look at the stages of AI adoption and consider where our businesses stand in the journey. 💡 AI isn’t just about fancy demos anymore; it’s about real impact. Here's our take on the 𝟰 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 for businesses ready to move from novelty to transformation: 1️⃣ 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 ↳ The starting line: AI features used for novelty and visibility, showing off AI's "cool factor" without impacting core business. Think of it as the “party trick” phase! Fun, but limited in value. 2️⃣ 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 ↳ Where AI tools help individuals achieve more in less time. At this level, AI-powered tools (like email summarizers or basic automations) become personal assistants, optimizing tasks but staying within personal workflows. 3️⃣ 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ↳ AI now supports *teams* in real-time, enhancing cross-functional productivity. Imagine AI-assisted project management or collaborative insights platforms, providing teams with the right data at the right time. 4️⃣ 𝗔𝗜 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ↳ The ultimate goal: AI embedded in *core processes* to drive end-to-end efficiencies and strategic advantages. From predictive maintenance to customer journey personalization, this level means AI truly powers the business. --- Each level represents a new value opportunity. For companies crossing the chasm into hashtag #AI4Business, understanding where you are on this scale is key to unlocking the next stage. ➡️ At 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽, we focus on pragmatic AI-centric digital transformation, helping businesses move seamlessly from early AI exploration to full-scale process integration. We also offer immersion tours to places like Silicon Valley and Singapore to inspire the next wave of innovation. 📆 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 Thomas Winter ⛄☁️ or Patrick Comboeuf to explore how we can advance your AI journey #AI4Business #AI4Pragmatists #DigitalTransformation #Innovation

Check out point 3. Senior and middle age citizens shall not be left out in the AI revolution

🎯 Mastering ChatGPT in 10 Levels: The Ultimate Weekend Challenge! 🎯 If you're looking to sharpen your AI game, we've got just the thing. Our Patrick Comboeuf & Thomas Winter ⛄☁️ recently came across what they believe to be the most practical video on ChatGPT prompting out there: "10 Levels of ChatGPT Prompting: Beginner to Award Winning" by Sheil L. This video distills countless hours of research and experimentation into 10 actionable levels—from basic requests to expert techniques that won Singapore’s prompt engineering competition. Here’s a quick overview: 1️⃣ Basic Requests: Simply telling ChatGPT what you want. No frills. 2️⃣ Using Formatting: Small tweaks like using dashes or polite language for better results. 3️⃣ Focused Requests: Being clear and specific about what you want. 4️⃣ Give Examples: Show ChatGPT what you want by providing examples. 5️⃣ Self-Reflection: Ask ChatGPT to review and evaluate its own response. 6️⃣ System Prompt: Guide ChatGPT with custom instructions about you and your needs. 7️⃣ Use Personas: Get better results by assigning ChatGPT a specific role or expertise. 8️⃣ Chain of Thought: Ask for step-by-step reasoning to solve complex problems. 9️⃣ Self-Prompting: Let ChatGPT create the best prompt for itself. 🔟 CO-STAR Framework: The winning strategy—context, objective, style, tone, audience, and response—wrapped into one powerful prompt. Why am I so excited about this? Because it’s the most practical guide I’ve seen, capturing essential lessons in a nutshell. 💡 Here’s my challenge to you: Play with these techniques this weekend. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, this video has something for everyone. 🔗 Check it out: https://lnkd.in/ewS5TGUa With AI rapidly transforming the business landscape, staying ahead means mastering the tools at your disposal. Start here and now. hashtag #AI4Business hashtag #AI4Pragmatists At Beyond Transformation Group LLC , we help established businesses accelerate their pragmatic digital transformation towards an AI-centric world. Interested in exploring how AI can unlock value for your business? Book time with me for an initial conversation: https://bit.ly/tw-booking

Just wrapped up an inspiring visit to QAI Ventures and QuantumBasel at the incredible uptownBasel ! 🚀 Patrick Comboeuf and Thomas Winter ⛄☁️ took the opportunity discussing how to accelerate the commercial success of quantum startups. We explored the importance of crafting compelling value propositions and developing robust commercial strategies to cross the innovation chasm. We also delved into an intriguing analogy: what the combustion engine has in common with quantum computing. UpTown Basel is truly an inspiring location for tech innovation, and we’re excited about the energy and ideas that emerged from these conversations. Looking forward to what’s next! Thanks for the warm welcome Alexandra Beckstein, James Sanders, Thomas Landis, Damir Bogdan #QuantumComputing #Innovation #GoToMarket #AI4Business #StartupSuccess

🚀 Flux.1: The AI Image Generator That Took the Internet by Storm! 🚀 In just two weeks, Flux.1 has surged ahead of the competition, outperforming Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, and DALL-E 3. It’s "Harris Walz" levels of unexpected! 😄 🔗 How it's done in 4 min: https://lnkd.in/e-gxHiks 🔗 Comparing Latest AI Image Generators: youtu.be/K3xJ7GQuHpw As an AI pragmatist, I’m excited about the tech, but I focus on practical applications—Adobe Firefly in Photoshop is still my go-to because it’s embedded into a broader application ecosystem, seamlessly integrating into my workflow. But there's a downside. Grok embedding Flux.1 without safeguards opens the door to misuse, raising serious ethical questions. More on this here: https://lnkd.in/gbT7jh96 At Beyond Transformation Group, we help businesses navigate these advancements and harness AI safely. Let’s chat about how to elevate your AI strategy. 🔗 Book Time with Me: bit.ly/tw-booking #AI4Business #AI4Pragmatists #DigitalTransformation

🚀 Satya Nadella: Mastering AI Innovation and Strategic Partnerships at Microsoft Satya Nadella has transformed Microsoft into a powerhouse of AI innovation and strategic partnerships. This isn’t just about the $13B investment in OpenAI; it’s about how Microsoft skillfully navigates product and partnership strategies to drive value. 🔹 AI and Product Excellence Under Nadella, Microsoft excels by investing in cutting-edge technologies and integrating AI across its offerings. The decision to partner with OpenAI shows foresight, giving Microsoft a head start in the tech of the 21st century—all while navigating antitrust concerns. Scott Galloway notes that OpenAI is essentially Microsoft's AI engine. As Business Insider highlights, Microsoft even opted to forgo a seat on OpenAI’s board to ease regulatory concerns. 🔗Business Insider https://lnkd.in/e5DTx_fS The business model canvas by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur distinguishes between upstream key partnerships and downstream channels: 🔹 Upstream Microsoft expertly balances the "make, buy, or partner" decision in its upstream partnerships, ensuring it remains a platform company rather than a specialized software provider. Examples include: ➡️ Power Automate vs. UIPath ➡️ O365 Booking vs. Calendly ➡️ Teams vs. Zoom ➡️ MS Security vs. third-party solutions 🔹 Downstream, where partners handle projects, integration, and support, the landscape is more complex. As AI makes systems more plug-and-play, the role of partners is evolving. Christian Moser put it best: "Why are you in a partnership? BECAUSE IT SERVES YOU!" For partners, this is a call to refine their value proposition and ensure their role in the Vendor-Partner-Customer chain continues to create benefits that customers will be willing to pay for in the future. We at Beyond Transformation Group LLC are here to help you drive this process, we accelerate businesses’ transformation towards an AI-centric world. Book time with me to discuss how we can move your business forward: 🔗 https://bit.ly/tw-booking -------- Disclaimer: As a Microsoft Alumni and passionate user of its products and services, these insights are based on my experience in sales and channels with Microsoft and Cisco without company insider information. I got inspired for this post by an article in CRN 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eY3XYy-A #AI4Business #AI4Pragmatists #PartnerEcosystem #DigitalTransformation

Quantum Computing: Beyond the Hype, Toward Real Impact 🔍 Quantum computing is getting attention—and for good reason. Governments, tech giants, and banks are investing heavily in this technology, which has the potential to revolutionize industries by solving complex problems conventional computers can’t. But let's separate the hype from reality: ↳ Code Cracking: Quantum computers could crack current encryption methods in seconds, which has huge implications for cybersecurity. However, the race is on to develop quantum-safe encryption protocols that would remain secure even in a quantum era, ensuring that our data stays protected against future threats. ↳ Quantum Chemistry: They promise breakthroughs in drug discovery, new materials, and energy solutions by accurately simulating molecular interactions. ↳ Finance: Quantum computing could transform financial modeling, from optimizing portfolios to predicting market trends with unprecedented speed and accuracy. ↳ Logistics: Solving complex logistical challenges like the traveling salesman problem could make supply chains more efficient and reduce environmental impact. ⚠️ Challenges Ahead: While quantum computers hold immense potential, it’s important to note that we’re still far from making them commercially viable. The complex challenges in error control and scaling mean we might not see impactful applications within the next decade, according to Sabine Hossenfelder, a renowned physicist and science communicator. 🎥 Check out the full video by Sabine Hossenfelder: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eU_AkQJS At Beyond Transformation Group LLC, Patrick Comboeuf and I accelerate businesses' pragmatic digital transformation towards an AI-centric world. At Blizzard Ventures, we ensure your scale-up’s product-market fit, building sales and partner ecosystem strategy, and driving go-to-market execution. 🚀 Book Time with me for an initial conversation on how we can bring your business forward: 🔗 https://bit.ly/tw-booking #AI4Business #QuantumComputing #DigitalTransformation

Zusammen mit ti&m und HWZ University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich 3. bis 11. November 2024 nach Singapore zu Fintech Upskilling und Wissensaustausch

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