Info-Tech Research Group's latest research insights offer
structured methodologies for organizations to make informed
decisions about their AI solutions. Emphasizing the importance of
selecting the right AI solutions, the firm underscores in a new
blueprint the critical need for clarity and strategic
decision-making by IT leaders. Info-Tech also highlights that
humans remain accountable even when using AI and must ensure that
the responses are relevant, accurate, and free of bias.
TORONTO, June 20,
2024 /PRNewswire/ - As organizations embrace the
transformative power of AI, they must also contend with various
challenges in navigating the vast landscape of available solutions,
such as the evolving needs of buyers and rapidly changing market
offerings. Recognizing the critical need for clarity and strategic
decision-making in the AI selection process, Info-Tech Research
Group has published its blueprint, Build Your AI Solution
Selection Criteria. The timely resource from the global IT
research and advisory firm addresses the growing complexity faced
by IT leaders in aligning AI technologies with their unique
business requirements. By highlighting the essential need for a
structured selection methodology, the resource aims to equip
organizations with the tools and insights necessary to overcome
hurdles, make informed choices, and harness the full potential of
AI to drive innovation and gain a competitive advantage.
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"During the process of AI adoption, it is essential for IT
leaders to cut through the hype and select the right AI solutions
for their organizations," says Steve
Willis, practice lead at Info-Tech Research Group. "Our
research provides a guide to defining selection criteria for AI
solutions. This includes conducting a self-assessment to identify
the buying persona and differentiating capabilities that matter
most to delivering on key AI use cases. Vendor evaluation tools to
build targeted requirements and use cases for a short-list of
vendors are next, to ensure that IT leaders are prepared to make
the best decision for the organization."
In the new blueprint, Info-Tech highlights the immense pressure
on IT leaders to make decisions about AI solutions despite
significant information gaps. This lack of information can often
leave IT feeling underprepared, rushed, uncertain, and at risk of
buyer's remorse. The firm also explains that many current
generative AI (GenAI) use cases are notional and untested, as the
vision for these technologies is barely imagined, making it
impossible for organizations to make future-proof decisions.
The firm advises that the distinction between AI platforms and
solutions is most evident and stable when seen through the lens of
a well-prepared buyer. Therefore, it is crucial for IT leaders to
comprehend the needs of the vendors to make well-informed
decisions.
In Build Your IT Solution Selection Criteria, Info-Tech
Research Group highlights three factors that industry IT leaders
need to consider when developing AI solution criteria. These
factors include:
- Data will be the biggest challenge. Access to validated
data for training and enhancing the models will determine the value
an organization can generate from their AI solutions.
- The privacy of the data is paramount. It is
essential for IT leaders to confirm how the vendor's AI model will
use the data and how long it will be retained.
- Humans are still accountable. The buyer retains
accountability for how AI is used. Humans must ensure that the
responses are relevant, accurate, and free of bias.
As explained in the firm's blueprint, the benefits of
significant AI investments typically take a year or more to
outweigh the costs. However, organizations do not have the same
amount of time to work with their solutions as AI has shifted from
a backburner project to the primary focus of many organizations.
Info-Tech recommends that organizations act quickly and responsibly
to remain competitive in today's fast-paced world.
For exclusive and timely commentary from Steve Willis, an expert in enterprise
architecture & AI, and access to the complete Build Your AI
Solution Selection Criteria blueprint, please
contact pr@infotech.com.
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About Info-Tech Research
Group
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research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR
professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant
research and provides advisory services to help leaders make
strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30
years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them
with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst
guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their
organizations.
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