My First Afrotech Experience: Intuit and AI
Afrotech 2024 Conference, Houston, Texas
My first Afrotech experience was truly eye-opening! Although I could only attend one panel due to my focus on securing an internship (certain goals require being in certain places), the insights I gained from this panel were invaluable. As an AI and Robotics student, it’s crucial for me to become a subject matter expert in all areas of AI, and Intuit's session on Transformation from Product to Platform in the Age of AI provided powerful lessons. The discussion, led by Greg Johnson VP Commercial Officer & Chief Revenue Officer, and Erica Terry Derryck Director of Communication for the Global Business Group at Intuit offered a deep dive into how AI is shaping the finance sector and beyond.
Here are some key takeaways from the session:
- Self-disruption is key: To thrive in the age of AI, organizations and individuals must embrace self-disruption, proactively transforming before being forced to by external changes.
- Platform strategies are the future: Moving from a product-based approach to a platform-driven one involves leveraging data, assets, and relationships to create scalable ecosystems.
- AI is about saving time: At its core, AI enhances efficiency, automating repetitive tasks and streamlining workflows.
- Generative AI is transforming industries: Whether it's helping engineers code faster or enabling marketers to create better content, generative AI is already making a significant impact.
- Don’t fear disruption, lean into it: Embrace AI tools to remain relevant and competitive. - Start with the needs: Understand the most pressing needs of your business or customers, and then apply AI where it will deliver the most value. For example, automating invoices or providing timely payment reminders are simple yet impactful uses of AI.
- Leverage your strengths: Identify what you or your organization already excels at and amplify those strengths with AI-driven solutions.
Afrotech 2024 Conference, Houston, Texas
AfroTech reinforced for me the importance of staying at the forefront of this ever-evolving field. As I continue my journey in AI and Robotics, I’m even more inspired to contribute to this dynamic space and create meaningful impact.