Welcome to Learning AI in Business! This page offers a curated list of resources to help you explore how AI is transforming industries, particularly in IS/IT Management. Whether you’re an educator, student, or business professional, these resources can help you stay ahead in the AI landscape.
Explore the insights and predictions of global leaders who are driving AI innovation in the business world.
Julie Sweet (Accenture): Insights on how AI is reshaping consulting and business operations.
Paul Daugherty (Accenture): Co-author of Human + Machine and Radically Human, with a focus on how AI can augment human capabilities.
Dr. Dario Gil (IBM): Discussions on AI and quantum computing, and how they impact industries.
Dr. Demis Hassabis (Google DeepMind): Cutting-edge advancements in AI research and deep learning.
Sal Khan (Khan Academy): Educational insights on how AI can personalize learning experiences.
Dr. Alex Osterwalder (Strategizer, Business Model Canvas): Innovator in business strategy and AI-driven business models.
Dr. Andrew Ng (DeepLearning.AI): Thought leader in AI education and co-founder of Coursera, providing accessible AI resources.
Dr. Jeff Dean (Chief Scientist, Google): Leading breakthroughs in AI research and engineering, including large-scale machine learning and AI applications.
Steve Wozniak (Apple): Co-founder of Apple and a visionary in the development of personal computing and technology innovation.
Sam Altman (OpenAI): CEO of OpenAI, driving the development of advanced AI models like GPT, transforming industries globally.
Greg Brockman (OpenAI): Co-founder of OpenAI, instrumental in the engineering and development of breakthrough AI technologies.
Satya Nadella (Microsoft): CEO of Microsoft, leading the integration of AI into enterprise solutions through Azure AI and partnerships with OpenAI.
Clara Shih (Salesforce AI): CEO of Salesforce AI, advancing AI-driven solutions for customer engagement and business innovation.
Reid Hoffman (LinkedIn): Co-founder of LinkedIn, championing the ethical use of AI and its role in the future of work and networking.
Mira Murati (OpenAI): Former CTO of OpenAI, instrumental in advancing the development of large-scale AI models like GPT.
Sol Rashidi: A leading voice in AI and data science, Sol Rashidi has served as the Chief Analytics Officer for major corporations like Estee Lauder and Merck, focusing on integrating AI and advanced analytics into business strategies to drive innovation and efficiency.
Leading academics are driving the conversation around ethical AI and its application in education and business.
Dr. Ethan Mollick (Wharton School): Author of Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI, offering insights on AI’s role in business education.
Dr. Fei-Fei Li (Stanford University): Advocate for ethical, human-centered AI and how it can be applied in business.
Dr. Karim Lakhani (Harvard Business School): Thought leader on AI-driven innovation and business strategy, and the co-author of Competing in the Age of AI: Strategy and Leadership When Algorithms and Networks Run the World.
Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson (Stanford University): Author of The Second Machine Age, offering profound insights into how AI and technology are reshaping work, progress, and economic prosperity.
Dr. David C. Edelman (Harvard Business School): Author of Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI, he explores how AI-driven personalization is transforming customer engagement, offering a strategic roadmap for integrating AI into customer-centric business models.
Stay updated with the latest in AI research and applications by following these YouTube channels.
DeepLearning AI: Tutorials and thought pieces from Andrew Ng on AI and machine learning.
Google DeepMind: Updates on the latest AI research, including neural networks and deep learning.
IBM Technology / IBM Research: Videos exploring AI applications in industries like healthcare, finance, and security.
Stanford HAI (Human-Centered AI): Talks and lectures on ethical AI and its impact on society.
Accenture TQ (Data & Artificial Intelligence Playlist): Insights on data and AI use cases from Accenture’s Technology Quotient initiative. Accenture YouTube Playlist
Gain deeper insights by exploring these key books that explore the intersection of AI and business.
Human + Machine: Reimagining Work in the Age of AI (Paul Daugherty): How AI is transforming the workplace and augmenting human roles.
Radically Human: How New Technology Is Transforming Business and Shaping Our Future (Paul Daugherty): Practical advice on AI-driven innovation.
Brave New Words (Sal Khan): How AI is revolutionizing education and learning.
Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI (Dr. Ethan Mollick): The intersection of AI and business management, with a focus on ethics.
AI Playbook (Dr. Eric Seigel): A practical guide for understanding and applying AI in business contexts.
The Second Machine Age: Work, Progress, and Prosperity in a Time of Brilliant Technologies by Erik Brynjolfsson and Andrew McAfee: Written a decade ago, but still practical today.
Competing in the Age of AI: Strategy and Leadership When Algorithms and Networks Run the World (Marco Iansiti and Karim R. Lakhani): Although published before ChatGPT, this book’s recommendations for how businesses should adapt and revise their models remain highly relevant.
Your AI Survival Guide: Scraped Knees, Bruised Elbows, and Lessons Learned from Real-World AI Deployments (Sol Rashidi): Practical strategies for non-technical business leaders on how to deploy AI successfully, based on real-world experiences from multiple industries.
Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI by Mark Abraham and Dr. David C. Edelman: A guide for business leaders on using AI to create tailored, real-time customer experiences, turning personalization into a competitive advantage.
Explore practical examples of how AI is being integrated into business education and professional settings:
SQL Mentor Chatbot: Discover how I developed a customized AI chatbot that helps students enhance their critical thinking skills in SQL.
Flipped Classroom Strategy: See how I’ve leveraged AI tools in a flipped classroom model to make lessons more interactive and improve student engagement.
Business Use Cases: Real-world examples from Accenture, IBM, and other leading organizations on how AI is transforming industries.
Don’t just rely on books and videos—talk to professionals in the field. Conversations with system analysts and other experts offer invaluable, real-world perspectives on how AI is reshaping business needs and expectations.
Check out my presentation on 3 Simple Steps to Incorporate GenAI into MIS Classes, where I discuss how educators can effectively integrate AI into their courses.