All articles by Scott Cohen

Article Survey: Legacy Infrastructure is Hindering GenAI, and ‘Pilot Fatigue’ is Real
December 19, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
A massive 114-page study of more than 2,000 GenAI decisionmakers noted that nearly 90 percent have experienced “pilot fatigue” around testing GenAI projects, and 90 percent say legacy infrastructure has hindered the effective use of GenAI. More details inside...
Article New Research Questions the Value of ‘Quick and Dirty’ Prototypes
December 12, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
A new research report has shown that in markets with complex ecosystems (think healthcare), the use of lean and agile methodologies may be less helpful than previously thought.
Article Shaping Product Experience with AI at Extreme Networks
October 29, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
Carla Guzzetti, SVP of Product Experience and Innovation at Extreme Networks, discusses how AI-driven innovation and customer-centric design are shaping the future of networking. She describes AI as a key enable of product experience and explains how her team is leveraging AI for improving workflow efficiency, addressing IT staffing shortages,...
Article The White House Says All Agencies Should Have a Chief AI Officer. Should You?
November 8, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
Last week, the White House published a memorandum on advancing US leadership in artificial intelligence. We unpack what it means for the country — and for corporations.
Article Leveraging Data and Democratizing AI at $8B Prologis
September 23, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
We sit down with Lisa Vincent, Chief Transformation Officer at Prologis, to discuss her role in driving digital transformation. Vincent highlights how her team uses data-driven insights and AI-powered tools to stay ahead in the real estate and supply chain logistics space.
Article Inside Nissan’s Advanced Technology Center in Silicon Valley: Goals, Metrics, Challenges, AI, and More
August 23, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
Maarten Sierhuis, VP and Alliance Global Director of the Nissan Advanced Technology Center - Silicon Valley gives a comprehensive overview of the center, including its history, collaborations, dual focus on pioneering research and advanced technology, and role in AI-driven automotive innovations.
Article How Mining and Metals Giant BHP is Learning to ‘Think & Act Differently’
August 28, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
We sit down with Paul Perry, VP of Innovation at BHP, as he discusses the "Think & Act Differently" (TAD) initiative. His team fosters innovation in the mining industry by partnering with external technology providers.
Article How Will AI Impact the Construction Industry? Insights from AXA XL Executive
August 5, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
Cheri Hanes is Vice President and Head of Construction Innovation and Sustainability at AXA XL, the US commercial subsidiary of French $89 billion insurance giant AXA. We conected with her recently on the three pillars her team focuses on; progress metrics; managing the risks of new technologies; and how AXA...
Article Startup Scouting Advice from BT Group
August 16, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
If your organization is engaged in startup scouting — or considering it — what constitutes an effective approach? We sought advice recently from Adam Schink, Head of Startup Scouting at Etc., the startup and incubation arm of BT Group.
Article AI Use Cases, Customer Insights, and Innovation Lessons from $2.8B AvalonBay Communities
July 31, 2024 | By Scott Cohen
We talk to David Madrid, Vice President of Innovation and Ventures at AvalonBay Communities, a $2.8 billion multifamily real estate investment trust that owns nearly 300 apartment buildings and more than 90,000 apartment homes across 12 states and the District of Columbia.