Jude Sheeran

I am looking forward to speaking at Big Data LDN on the 18th of September with Austin Price. "Force Multiply Your Delivery: How Data Platform Foundations Drive Efficiency" Watch this space as we have much more planned over the 18th/19th of September during Big Data London Looking forward to seeing many Friends, Customers, and Colleagues while I am over in London. LEIT DATA have a stand X753 which is just outside the Analytics and story telling theatre. Be sure to say Hi. LEIT DATA #meandatastreets #data #dataproducts

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Navigating the Future with London Tech Week 2024: Key Takeaways 🚀 This year's London Tech Week was a game-changer, sparking strategic conversations and setting new directions for tech and business strategy: AI and Quantum: Beyond Theory AI and quantum technologies have transcended theoretical discussions and are now vital for crafting cutting-edge competitive strategies. Robust ethical frameworks and leveraging quantum computing are crucial for gaining an edge in data security and processing. Cybersecurity: Human-Centric Digital Defence The discussions emphasised a proactive approach to cybersecurity, advocating for the integration of sophisticated technologies alongside essential human factor training to mitigate digital threats effectively. Sustainability: A Strategic Business Imperative At London Tech Week, the focus on sustainability highlighted how integral it is to modern business strategies. Technology's role in driving sustainable models, particularly through digital product passports, was a key discussion point. These tools are crucial for companies aiming to navigate the complex regulatory landscape effectively and enhance environmental transparency. If you're exploring how to integrate these innovations into your strategy, feel free to connect. Our team are actively engaged in projects that harness these technologies to help businesses meet regulatory standards, promoting a more sustainable future. Healthcare Transformation through Tech The sessions highlighted how crucial technology is in transforming healthcare, enhancing diagnostics, and improving treatment, thereby boosting health outcomes and operational efficiencies. Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: Tech Meets Talent The event spotlighted the dynamic startup ecosystem, emphasising the importance of clear value propositions and scalability in attracting investments and driving growth. Elevating Connections: Networking at Its Best London Tech Week went above and beyond with networking, highlighted by the wonderful opening party that my colleague Metty Sissay and I thoroughly enjoyed. London Tech Week 2024 provided invaluable insights into integrating emerging technologies into strategic business planning, underscoring practical applications that drive growth and innovation. For leaders aiming to stay ahead, aligning with these evolving tech trends is essential for future readiness. #LondonTechWeek #Innovation #TechTrends #StrategicNetworking #BusinessStrategy 🌟 #RGP #SustainabilityInTech #DigitalProductPassports #DigitalSupplyChains #SupplyChainStrategy 🌍✨

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📰 UK Tech News has featured insights from this year’s Deltek Clarity Report for professional services firms, and here are the highlights: · Firms are doubling down on growth, but 53% lack a clear strategy · Increasing profitability is seen as a top challenge by 38% of firms · Over 50% of firms see artificial intelligence (AI) as crucial to success. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gFUfiRBX 🚀📈 #DeltekProjectNation #DeltekClarity

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Will AI really deliver seismic growth? Tricia Troth, general manager at AWS Startup for the UK & Ireland, suggests that this will add £520B to the UK economy by 2030. Is this likely in an economy of a GDP of £2T? Is a 25% increase really likely? "“Ultimately, we believe that the AI adoption curve and acceleration is going to add an additional £520 billion to the UK economy by 2030, up from £413 billion previously.”" One of the issues that she raises is the lack of AI related skills. Interestingly, this is the same complaint as was raised in the early 2010s about advanced analytics skills and general analytics literacy and forecasts of millions of people in the UK needing training and education. Will Amazon be able to find and train 2M people in the next few years? It didn't seem to happen with Advanced Analytics. They are also spending big on assisting startups. "In June, AWS announced $230 million for its AI accelerator program, in addition to the $6 billion it’s spent on credits that startups can use to offset their AWS costs through the AWS Activate program." "The accelerator takes around 80 startups and provides them with professional assistance from AWS data scientists and machine learning specialists, along with ongoing AWS mentorship and networking opportunities with venture capitalists to give advice on funding rounds." One startup that I like because it is in the STEM field is "Current participants include the deep tech firm PhysicsX, which uses machine learning to improve high-performance computing physics simulations across sectors including renewables and automotive." I like this because it is based on an area where we have seen some good evidence of success in the past. We need more of these and fewer of LLM based activity. https://lnkd.in/eiznAUb4

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A couple of weeks ago, I had the pleasure of being interviewed on the Beyond the Model podcast. The conversation with host Josh Howlett was incredibly engaging and thought-provoking—time flew by, and before I knew it, we had spent 40 minutes together. We explored several important questions: * How should companies approach the development of their overarching AI strategies? * How can they anticipate the impact of AI on their users? * How should software companies plan the integration of AI into existing products? * How can businesses equip their employees with AI tools and upskill them to adapt to new technologies? * How will AI influence traditional business models? * And what are the first steps companies should take when starting their AI journey? We discussed all of this in depth during the episode. I hope you enjoy it! FULL VIDEO: https://lnkd.in/dm5B46dP P.S. This was, believe it or not, the first podcast I’ve ever recorded! I’ve done many conference talks, corporate presentations, workshops, and even TV appearances, but never a podcast. Let me know what you think! :)

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"As organisations invest in large language models the evolution of soft skills into power skills will be key to standing out and accelerating competitive advantage." - Great article from my colleagues Rachael Brassey and Alwin Magimay on how leaders must prioritise innovation and redesign roles to harness AI's growing potential. #AIAdoption #AI #NextMadeReal #IntelligentEnterprise #Innovation #Leadership PA Consulting

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