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Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions — The Podcast
Finding Calm in the AI Storm
In the latest episode of Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions, host Matt Volke dives into the whirlwind of recent AI developments alongside esteemed guests Dr. Michael Green, Director of Product Management at Hitachi Solutions, and Dave Horstein, Senior Director of Advisory at Hitachi Solutions. This episode aims to bring clarity and calm to the current AI market turbulence, focusing on the broader implications of rapid innovations and how businesses can strategically adapt.
Dr. Green and Mr. Horstein address the dramatic market reactions following the release of DeepSeek, an AI model that has outperformed its proprietary counterparts. They discuss the emotional market swings and highlight the potential for increased AI adoption, driven by the open-source model's ability to democratize access to advanced technology. Despite initial panic, they assure listeners that the AI infrastructure's demand will persist, with open-source development spurring innovation cycles and enhancing the value AI brings to organizations.
Key insights from the episode include:
- Understanding Market Reactions: The guests dissect the knee-jerk responses to recent AI advancements, emphasizing the importance of viewing them within a broader strategic context.
- Open Source and Innovation: As AI models become more accessible, open-source contributions are expected to accelerate innovation, reducing development cycles and increasing competitive opportunities for businesses.
- Strategic AI Adoption: With the rise of compact reasoning models, AI is becoming more affordable and easier to integrate into business and consumer applications. Organizations are encouraged to proactively incorporate AI into their strategic planning to remain competitive.
Stay connected with us for more insights into the evolving world of AI and technology. You can find all our episodes on your favorite podcast platforms or at hitachisolutions.com.
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Adam Piercy, Microsoft Dynamics Sales Capabilities Lead, Hitachi Solutions
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Brad Koontz, Hitachi Solutions VP of Industry Solution Sales
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Dave Horstein, Hitachi Solutions Advisory Senior Director
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Hannah Story
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Jeffrey Lipkowitz
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Joel Lindstrom, Senior Director — Low Code, Hitachi Solutions Tech Hub of Rapid Solution Development
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Jonathan Yundt, Regulated Industry Director, Hitachi Solutions
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Keith Shoulders, Scrum Master Team Lead, Hitachi Solutions Project Services
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Leah Quartano Bowling, Hitachi Solutions VP, Insurance & Healthcare
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