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Autonomous AI In The Enterprise

By John Willis, Dr. Tapabrata "Topo" Pal, Ben Grinnell, John Rauser, Director of Software Engineering, Cisco, Damon Edwards, Joseph Enochs

A Fictional Case Study

The guidance paper delves into critical aspects of enterprise AI adoption, including balancing innovation and stability, managing AI-related technical debt, and the importance of cross-functional collaboration. It highlights key concerns such as shadow AI, data security, and the potential pitfalls of rapid, uncoordinated AI implementation. Readers will learn about best practices for establishing AI governance, designing scalable infrastructure, and fostering a culture of responsible AI use.

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Features

  • Strategic Balance:

    Balancing the need for rapid AI adoption with long-term system stability and security is crucial for successful implementation.

  • Technical Debt

    Proactively managing AI-related technical debt through centralized governance, standardized practices, and regular assessments is essential for sustainable AI integration.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Fostering partnerships between IT, security, and business units is key to navigating the complexities of enterprise-wide AI adoption.

  • Security First

    Prioritizing security and compliance throughout the AI implementation process helps mitigate novel vulnerabilities and ensures responsible use of the technology.

About the Resource

This compelling narrative, included in the Fall 2024 Enterprise Technology Leadership Journal, follows Data Unlimited, a cutting-edge tech company, as it navigates the complex landscape of implementing autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) across its organization. Through vivid storytelling and expert insights, readers will gain a valuable understanding of the strategic decisions, technical challenges, and cultural shifts required to successfully adopt AI at scale.

The guidance paper delves into critical aspects of enterprise AI adoption, including balancing innovation and stability, managing AI-related technical debt, and the importance of cross-functional collaboration. It highlights key concerns such as shadow AI, data security, and the potential pitfalls of rapid, uncoordinated AI implementation. Readers will learn about best practices for establishing AI governance, designing scalable infrastructure, and fostering a culture of responsible AI use.

Written by a team of industry experts, this guidance paper offers actionable insights for C-suite executives, IT leaders, and technology professionals looking to harness the power of autonomous AI. Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or seeking to optimize your existing AI initiatives, this case study provides a road map for navigating the complexities of enterprise AI adoption. Discover how to unlock the full potential of AI while mitigating risks and ensuring long-term success in the rapidly evolving world of enterprise technology.

John Willis
Dr. Tapabrata "Topo" Pal
Ben Grinnell
John Rauser, Director of Software Engineering, Cisco
Damon Edwards
Joseph Enochs
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John Willis

John Willis

John Willis has worked in the IT management industry for more than 35 years and is a prolific author, including "Deming's Journey to Profound Knowledge" and "The DevOps Handbook." He is researching DevOps, DevSecOps, IT risk, modern governance, and audit compliance. Previously he was an Evangelist at Docker Inc., VP of Solutions for Socketplane (sold to Docker) and Enstratius (sold to Dell), and VP of Training & Services at Opscode where he formalized the training, evangelism, and professional services functions at the firm. Willis also founded Gulf Breeze Software, an award winning IBM business partner, which specializes in deploying Tivoli technology for the enterprise. Willis has authored six IBM Redbooks for IBM on enterprise systems management and was the founder and chief architect at Chain Bridge Systems.

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Dr. Tapabrata "Topo" Pal

Dr. Tapabrata "Topo" Pal is a thought leader, keynote speaker, evangelist in the areas of DevSecOps, Continuous Delivery, Cloud Computing, Open Source Adoption and Digital Transformation. He is a hands-on developer and Open Source contributor. Topo has been leading and contributing to industry initiatives around automated governance in DevOps practices. Topo resides Richmond, Virginia with his wife and two children.

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Ben Grinnell

Ben Grinnell

Evangelist for modern IT practices that help organisations use their technology to learn & act fast, safely and at scale

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John Rauser, Director of Software Engineering, Cisco

John Rauser, Director of Software Engineering, Cisco

John Rauser is Director of Software Engineering at Cisco Cloud Security. He works on distributed networking and security systems, connecting and protecting the world’s largest companies with cloud-delivered solutions. John has spent his career working in various roles across the spectrum of IT, from sysadmin to technology manager, network engineer to infosec lead, developer to engineering leader. John is passionate about organizational leadership, new ways of working, and bridging theory with practice. He speaks regularly at local and international conferences and writes for online publications and on his blog.

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Damon Edwards

Damon Edwards

Damon Edwards is Senior Director, Product at PagerDuty. Previously, Damon was a cofounder of Rundeck, the makers of the popular open-source runbook automation platform acquired by PagerDuty in 2020. Prior to Rundeck, Damon was the Managing Partner of DTO Solutions, a DevOps and Operations Improvement Consultancy. Damon has spent the past 23 years working with both the technology and business ends of IT Operations. He is noted for being a leader in porting cutting-edge DevOps techniques to large-scale enterprise organizations. Damon is a frequent conference speaker and writer who focuses on DevOps, SRE, and Operations improvement topics. Damon is active in the international DevOps community, co-host of the DevOps Cafe podcast, and a content chair for Gene Kim’s DevOps Enterprise Summit.

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Joseph Enochs

Joseph Enochs

Joseph Enochs is the Managing Director for AI/ML and Emerging Technologies at EVT, known for pioneering accessible and ethical Generative AI. He also curates the "Countdown to AGI" newsletter, offering insights into the journey towards Artificial General Intelligence. With a fervent commitment to democratizing technology, Joseph leads with innovative AI frameworks and educational initiatives that open up AI to wider audiences. His dedication to responsible technology use has made him a trusted leader in the tech community, inspiring safer, user-friendly AI solutions.

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