A NoNonsense Guide to Data Driven Technologies
by Steven Finlay
This is a business-oriented primer that frames AI and machine learning as operational tools companies can deploy to cut costs, boost revenue, and improve customer experience. Expect clear, use-case-driven chapters that map common commercial problems to types of models and vendor options rather than line-by-line code or heavy math. The most useful parts are decision-focused: limitations, timelines, and where executive attention matters. The main limitation is surface-level treatment of algorithms and engineering; technically inclined readers will find few implementation details.
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Artificial Intelligence, (AI) and Machine Learning are now mainstream business tools. They are being applied across many industries to increase profits, reduce costs, save lives and improve customer experiences. Consequently, organizations which understand these tools and know how to use them are benefiting at the expense of their rivals.Artificial ...
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