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AI & Data Today

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  1. 6 NGÀY TRƯỚC

    How AI Is Shaping Agility — with Jurgen Appelo

    In this episode of AI Today, recorded live at the Agile2025 event, hosts Kathleen Walch and Avinash Dhanraj sit down with author, entrepreneur, and organizational design expert Jurgen Appelo to explore how agility must evolve in the age of AI.  As part of our AI & Agile mini-series, this conversation unpacks the challenges of outdated frameworks, the importance of experimentation, and what it takes to build organizations that are truly adaptable—when both humans and AI agents are part of the team.  Tune in to hear about:  Why agility isn’t just about rituals—but about responsiveness and results How AI is reshaping team dynamics, leadership models, and management roles The tension between structure and emergence in AI-augmented organizations Why “everyone is a manager now” in hybrid human-AI teams How to preserve play, creativity, and purpose—even with algorithmic assistance Whether you're a seasoned agile coach, project or program manager, transformation leader, or navigating the complexities of implementing AI, this conversation delivers wisdom, caution, and inspiration in equal measure.

    31 phút

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    Jim Highsmith on Reimagining Agility in an AI World

    In this special episode of AI Today, recorded live at Agile2025, hosts Kathleen Walch and Avinash Dhanraj sit down with Agile Manifesto co-author and Agile pioneer Jim Highsmith to explore the intersection of AI and agility in the enterprise.  This episode kicks off the AI Today Agile & AI mini-series, focusing on how organizations can stay adaptive in an era of rapid technological change. Jim shares insights from decades of leadership at the forefront of agile, what it means to “manage both people and bots,” and why the next generation of enterprise agility needs to evolve beyond prescriptive frameworks.  Tune in to hear about:  The evolving meaning of “enterprise agility” in the age of AI Why “individuals and interactions over processes and tools” still holds true—with a twist The critical difference between adaptive and prescriptive agility How AI reshapes collaboration, measurement, and leadership responsibilities The role of storytelling and inspiration in successful transformation Whether you're a seasoned agile coach, project or program manager, transformation leader, or navigating the complexities of implementing AI, this conversation delivers wisdom, caution, and inspiration in equal measure.

    19 phút

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    Dr. Lukasz Kowalczyk on Practical AI Adoption in Healthcare

    In this episode of AI Today, host Kathleen Walch, Director, AI Engagement and Community at PMI, continues the AI in Healthcare mini-series, produced in partnership by PMI and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS). Kathleen sits down with Dr. Lukasz Kowalcyzk, a practicing gastroenterologist and seasoned Healthtech advisor, to explore how AI can meaningfully support operational efficiency, clinical decision-making, and healthcare equity.  Tune in to learn how AI is advancing healthcare through:  Automating surgical scheduling by embedding clinical intelligence into workflows, helping schedulers deliver safer and more consistent care instructions Empowering under-resourced staff through AI-enabled decision support, boosting the performance of surgical schedulers without requiring high medical literacy Navigating AI deployment challenges—from lack of data access to user adoption—and designing around real-world constraints in community and rural care settings Building trust and clinical adoption by deeply understanding user workflows, embedding human-in-the-loop systems, and preserving physician autonomy in decision-making Moving beyond pilot purgatory by prioritizing early wins, cross-functional buy-in, and practical tools designed for low-data-maturity environments Dr. Kowalcyzk also reflects on lessons learned from building and selling AI-enabled platforms, his experience in the Mayo Clinic AI Accelerator, and the importance of designing for both people and processes—not just technology.  Whether you're a healthcare leader, project manager, or curious observer, this episode offers practical, hopeful, and forward-looking insights on building AI-enabled healthcare systems with empathy and vision. To learn more about on AI in healthcare, including access through HIMSS membership, please visit: https://bit.ly/3TSpHDZ

    30 phút

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    Dr. R. Ryan Sadeghian: The Future of AI in Healthcare

    In this episode of AI Today, host Kathleen Walch, Director, AI Engagement and Community, PMI, continues the AI in Healthcare mini-series, produced in partnership by PMI and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS). Today, Kathleen sits down with Dr. Reza Ryan Sadeghian, System Chief Medical Information Officer at University of Toledo Health. Dr. Sadeghian is also PMP-certified. Tune in to learn how AI is revolutionizing healthcare delivery through:  Combat physician burnout with 45+ specialty-specific GPT applications that reduce documentation time while improving clinical quality and consistency Transform clinical workflows with patient-centered AI tools for pediatric care, infectious disease diagnosis, and medical education feedback Implement robust AI governance through layered oversight, human-in-the-loop design, and continuous validation with bias testing Build clinician trust by involving healthcare providers in shaping AI tools rather than imposing rigid pathways, respecting clinical judgment while augmenting decision-making Embed AI as infrastructure rather than standalone tools, treating AI initiatives with the same governance rigor as clinical interventions Dr. Sadeghian also discusses the shift from digitization to digital transformation and how organizations can responsibly deploy AI while maintaining patient-centered care.  Whether you're a healthcare leader, project manager, or curious observer, this episode offers practical, hopeful, and forward-looking insights on building AI-enabled healthcare systems with empathy and vision. To learn more about on AI in healthcare, including access through HIMSS membership, please visit: https://bit.ly/3TSpHDZ

    23 phút

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    Robert Havasy on AI Transformation in Healthcare

    In this episode of AI Today, host Kathleen Walch, Director, AI Engagement and Community, PMI, kicks off the AI in Healthcare mini-series, produced in partnership by PMI and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS). This three-part series explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the healthcare ecosystem— from frontline care to back-office operations. Today, Kathleen sits down with Rob Havasy, Senior Director of Informatics Strategy at HIMSS. Tune in to learn how AI is being used across the healthcare sector to:  Alleviate workforce shortages through automation, ambient listening, and intelligent documentation tools Accelerate data analysis and discovery, surfacing patterns and insights in the 95% of healthcare data that typically goes unused Improve clinical decision-making with AI-powered tools for early detection (like sepsis) and retrospective analysis Enhance administrative efficiency, freeing up valuable time for nurses and physicians through smart supply chain systems and workflow optimization Support human-centered care by augmenting—not replacing—clinicians, and enabling empathetic, AI-enabled interactions Rob also discusses the regulatory challenges facing the industry, the importance of principled leadership, and how organizations can move from digitization to true digital reinvention.  Whether you're a healthcare leader, project manager, or curious observer, this episode offers practical, hopeful, and forward-looking insights on building AI-enabled healthcare systems with empathy and vision. To learn more about on AI in healthcare, including access through HIMSS membership, please visit: https://bit.ly/3TSpHDZ

    28 phút

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    AI Use Case Series: AI in Non-Profit and Social Impact

    In this episode of AI Today, hosts Kathleen Walch and Ron Schmelzer explore how artificial intelligence is being used by non-profits and mission-driven organizations to amplify their social impact. From improving fundraising to optimizing resource distribution, AI is proving to be a powerful force for good. Discover how AI is helping organizations: Enhance donor engagement with personalized outreach and predictive giving modelsStreamline grant applications and identify ideal funding opportunitiesImprove campaign targeting and measure advocacy effectiveness in real timeMatch and manage volunteers based on skills, availability, and mission fitBreak language barriers and improve accessibility with AI-driven translation and content toolsEvaluate program effectiveness using data analytics and outcome trackingDetect financial anomalies and prevent fraud to maintain donor trustForecast community needs—like food insecurity or homelessness—and optimize resource allocationAI isn't just transforming business—it's empowering social good. This episode highlights how thoughtful AI use is helping organizations do more with less, and deliver real, measurable change.

    13 phút

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    AI Use Case Series: AI in Smart Cities

    In this episode of AI Today, hosts Kathleen Walch and Ron Schmelzer explore how artificial intelligence is powering the evolution of smart cities. From traffic lights to energy grids, AI is helping urban areas become more efficient, responsive, and sustainable. Learn how AI is being used to: Manage smart buildings through automated lighting, heating, and coolingOptimize traffic flow with real-time data and AI-controlled signalsEnhance public transit systems through demand-based scheduling and fleet managementSupport public safety and emergency response via AI-powered surveillance and threat detectionStreamline waste collection using smart bins, route optimization, and predictive modelsImprove citizen engagement with chatbots, virtual assistants, and personalized city servicesManage energy and water use through smart grids, leak detection, and demand forecastingMonitor environmental conditions such as air quality, noise pollution, and urban heat zonesWhether you live in a major metro area or manage city infrastructure, this episode highlights how AI is quietly transforming the way cities operate—making urban life smarter, safer, and more sustainable.

    14 phút

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    AI Use Case Series: AI in Environmental Management

    In this episode of AI Today, hosts Kathleen Walch and Ron Schmelzer explore how artificial intelligence is being applied to one of humanity’s greatest challenges: protecting the environment. From conservation and climate modeling to waste management and disaster response, AI is playing a growing role in sustainability efforts worldwide. Tune in to learn how AI is being used to: Monitor wildlife populations, migration patterns, and poaching risks using sensors, drones, and satellite imageryTrack deforestation, land use changes, and illegal activity in remote regionsPredict and manage air and water quality, including pollution hotspots and supply risksSupport climate change modeling and forecasting using historical and real-time dataOptimize renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, and balance energy gridsAssist in disaster response and recovery through damage assessment, route optimization, and coordinationImprove recycling and waste sorting with AI-powered robotics and computer visionReduce environmental risks by monitoring emissions, tailings dams, and compliance with ecological regulationsAI’s environmental impact isn’t just a challenge—it’s also an opportunity. This episode highlights how thoughtful AI applications can help drive a more sustainable and resilient planet.

    16 phút
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The top podcast for those wanting no-hype, practical, real-world insight into what enterprises, public sector agencies, thought leaders, leading technology companies, pundits, and experts are doing with AI today.

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