Episode Details

Kyndryl's new services aimed at facilitating the adoption of Microsoft's CoPilot within enterprises, emphasizing the importance of tailoring AI solutions to meet specific business needs. With a focus on enhancing data integrity and continuous optimization, Kyndryl's offerings, including a Co-Pilot Value Discovery Workshop, aim to help organizations effectively implement AI technologies to drive meaningful business outcomes.

Sobel also covers Google's recent launch of Gemini 1.5 Flash 8B, a production-ready AI model that boasts significant improvements in cost, speed, and efficiency. This model is designed to support high-volume tasks, making it an attractive option for developers. Additionally, OpenAI has introduced a new feature called Canvas for ChatGPT, which enhances collaboration for coding and writing projects by allowing users to work alongside the AI without losing context. These advancements signal a shift in the AI landscape towards creating tangible business value through effective technology integration.

The episode further explores the evolving role of CIOs in managing the risks associated with generative AI, as highlighted by Discover Financial Services' implementation of the NIST risk framework. Sobel notes that as organizations navigate the complexities of AI, there is a growing urgency to establish responsible practices for its integration. He also discusses the transformation within the professional services sector, where firms are increasingly adopting data-driven approaches and leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and client engagement.

Finally, Sobel addresses the potential pitfalls of new technologies, including the risks associated with smart glasses and the overwhelming proliferation of apps in daily life. He raises concerns about user fatigue and privacy issues, suggesting that the future of technology should focus on creating better user experiences and more transparent systems. The episode concludes with a reminder of the importance of balancing innovation with ethical considerations, as businesses strive to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven landscape.

Three things to know today

00:00 Kyndryl’s Copilot Strategy and the Next AI from Google and OpenAI

03:39 AI Strategy and Consulting's Future: Why Smaller, Agile Firms Are Poised for Growth

08:04 Are New Technologies Backfiring? Smart Glasses, App Fatigue, and Apple's Social App Shake-Up

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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