Build, Buy or Blend? How to Bring Your Best AI Strategy and Sandwich to the Table

Overview

Explore the strategic decisions of building, buying, or blending AI solutions with Gartner experts. Learn to navigate governance, risk management, and the "AI tech sandwich" approach to create value-driven AI implementations for your organization.

Syllabus

- Introduction to AI Strategy -- Overview of AI in Business -- Strategic Decision-Making: Build, Buy, or Blend - Understanding the "AI Tech Sandwich" -- Concept and Components of the AI Tech Sandwich -- Case Studies and Examples - Building AI Solutions -- In-house Development: Benefits and Challenges -- Tools and Technologies for AI Development -- Talent Acquisition and Training - Buying AI Solutions -- Evaluating AI Vendors and Products -- Contract Negotiations and SLAs (Service Level Agreements) -- Aligning Vendor Solutions with Business Objectives - Blending AI Solutions -- Integrating Internal and External AI Solutions -- Ensuring Compatibility and Interoperability -- Customizing Hybrid Solutions - AI Governance and Risk Management -- Establishing Governance Frameworks -- Identifying and Mitigating AI Risks -- Ethical AI and Compliance - Implementing AI for Value Creation -- Aligning AI Implementations with Business Goals -- Measuring AI ROI (Return on Investment) -- Continuous Improvement and Iteration - Workshop: Preparing Your AI Strategy -- Analyzing Organizational Needs -- Crafting a Customized AI Roadmap - Conclusion and Next Steps -- Recap and Key Takeaways -- Resources for Further Learning - Final Project Assignment -- Develop a Strategic AI Proposal for a Hypothetical Organization

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