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Exploring AI's Impact on Data, Device Sales, and Business Strategies: Insights from Jay McBain
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Dave Sobel welcomes back Jay McBain, the chief analyst for channels, partnerships, and ecosystems at Canalys. The discussion centers around the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for businesses, particularly in the context of data management and device sales. With a staggering 85% of the world's business data still residing on-premises, the conversation highlights the necessity for companies to adapt their strategies for training and tuning large language models without relying solely on public cloud solutions.
Jay shares insights from recent Canalys research, predicting that the generative AI services market will grow to $158 billion by 2027, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 59%. He emphasizes the importance of on-device execution of AI models at the edge, which will create significant opportunities for partner services, outpacing device growth in sectors like smartphones and PCs. The discussion also touches on the rapid growth of servers and related services, driven by the need to train and tune AI models with business data, indicating a robust future for intelligent edge solutions.
As the conversation progresses, Jay outlines a four-stage framework for how businesses can effectively leverage AI. The first stage involves initial conversations about AI's potential impact across various business functions, primarily led by system integrators. The second stage focuses on the enhancement of existing SaaS products with AI features, while the third stage emphasizes the importance of data management and preparation for training AI models. Finally, the fourth stage addresses the infrastructure needed to support these advancements, including the growth of servers and networking solutions.
The episode concludes with a thought-provoking discussion on the implications of AI for small and mid-sized businesses. Jay argues that while larger enterprises may initially adopt AI technologies, smaller organizations have the agility to leverage these advancements without the burden of extensive legacy systems. This creates a unique opportunity for smaller firms to enhance customer service and operational efficiency through AI-driven solutions. The conversation underscores the need for businesses to rethink their strategies in light of these technological advancements, as the landscape continues to evolve rapidly.
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Manage episode 440959886 series 2555839
Dave Sobel welcomes back Jay McBain, the chief analyst for channels, partnerships, and ecosystems at Canalys. The discussion centers around the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for businesses, particularly in the context of data management and device sales. With a staggering 85% of the world's business data still residing on-premises, the conversation highlights the necessity for companies to adapt their strategies for training and tuning large language models without relying solely on public cloud solutions.
Jay shares insights from recent Canalys research, predicting that the generative AI services market will grow to $158 billion by 2027, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 59%. He emphasizes the importance of on-device execution of AI models at the edge, which will create significant opportunities for partner services, outpacing device growth in sectors like smartphones and PCs. The discussion also touches on the rapid growth of servers and related services, driven by the need to train and tune AI models with business data, indicating a robust future for intelligent edge solutions.
As the conversation progresses, Jay outlines a four-stage framework for how businesses can effectively leverage AI. The first stage involves initial conversations about AI's potential impact across various business functions, primarily led by system integrators. The second stage focuses on the enhancement of existing SaaS products with AI features, while the third stage emphasizes the importance of data management and preparation for training AI models. Finally, the fourth stage addresses the infrastructure needed to support these advancements, including the growth of servers and networking solutions.
The episode concludes with a thought-provoking discussion on the implications of AI for small and mid-sized businesses. Jay argues that while larger enterprises may initially adopt AI technologies, smaller organizations have the agility to leverage these advancements without the burden of extensive legacy systems. This creates a unique opportunity for smaller firms to enhance customer service and operational efficiency through AI-driven solutions. The conversation underscores the need for businesses to rethink their strategies in light of these technological advancements, as the landscape continues to evolve rapidly.
Supported by: https://salesbuildr.com/
All our Sponsors: https://businessof.tech/sponsors/
Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/
Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/
Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/
Want to be a guest on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights? Send Dave Sobel a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech
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