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The experts have declared that we are leaving the age of digital transformation and entering a new era of AI transformation . The good news is that the groundwork from earlier digital change programs , from cloud computing implementations to forays into machine learning, will provide a strong bedrock to build new AI transformations. Also: 4 ways to turn generative AI experiments into real business value However, the shift to an age of AI will involve overcoming significant technological and cultural challenges . Here are five ways business and digital leaders can embrace those challenges and deliver successful AI transformations. 1. Don't work in a silo Helene Kollnig, Freshworks global applications lead at recruitment specialist Hays , advises professionals to seek advice from as many experts as possible. "Look at what other people are doing," she said. "Never work in a silo and prepare to be wrong in terms of how you've set the technology up." Kollnig and her colleagues have implemented the Freshworks Customer Service Suite, an omnichannel support software with AI-powered chatbots and ticketing. Also: AI-driven software testing gains more champions but worries persist She told ZDNET that working closely with the technology partner has helped her team to deliver a successful AI transformation. "So, for one of our AI projects, we established our basic set-up and said, 'Freshworks, come in and audit it. Tell us, are we doing this right? Would you do it differently?'" she said. "They came in, looked at our set-up, and said, 'This area is great, but you need to consider these things.' That type of support helped us. So, my advice to other professionals is to ask for help." 2. Build the confidence of others Nick Woods, CIO at airport group MAG , said leading an AI transformation isn't straightforward, and executives must ensure their organization makes a successful cultural shift. "There's a big hearts-and-minds piece to this work," he said. Woods explained to ZDNET how he's working with startups and combining insight with sensor data to develop the AI-enabled future of air travel. Also: 5 ways AI is changing the future of air travel He's exploring how the group's technology can assist with seasonal planning for the airfield. This task is traditionally a manual process, so employees must be shown how automation benefits staff, the organization, and passengers. "People have worked in this area for many years and done things in a certain way for a long time. We must take the internal customer on a journey and prove the benefits," he said. "The journey is about building their confidence and showing them how this technology can help improve their jobs and deliver outcomes. We're making good progress." 3. Get the business to generate ideas Anastasiia Stefanska, data analyst for analytics and AI at travel giant TUI , recognizes anyone can suggest great ways to exploit emerging technology. "Everybody at TUI, not just everybody in IT, is enabled to work with AI at the level their role expects," she said. "We've been working on that approach for the past year. We want to bridge the gap between the business professionals and our technological knowledge in the data team." TUI uses generative AI (gen AI) for data analysis and chatbots in training programs. The company also uses Cortex AI , Snowflake's large language model (LLM). Also: Gen AI could speed up coding, but businesses should still consider risks Stefanska told ZDNET that TUI had run cross-business initiatives in a gamified format to help surface new use cases. She said the best ideas from these sessions have been selected to be implemented and will produce significant time savings for the organization. "As part of the project, I was astonished to see how deeply the business users have thought their ideas through -- they just needed to be asked," she said. "When we asked them, and they were comfortable answering, the ideas started popping up like mushrooms in the rain. It was hard to choose what to prioritize." 4. Be sensible Dave Moyes, partner for information and digital systems at architecture firm SimpsonHaugh , said every business and digital leader must prepare for AI transformation. "It's coming," he told ZDNET. "You can't bury your head in the sand and ignore AI." Moyes said professionals in all sectors should take some sensible steps, including working with people who know more about AI. Also: Think AI can solve all your business problems? Apple's new study shows otherwise "Within every organization, there are groups of technology leads who are interested and want to innovate, evolve, and push," he said. "Lean on them. Learn from those at the coal face who want to do AI. There are no guarantees that the technologies you introduce will be the next best thing, but at least you'll be aware of the potential." Moyes said SimpsonHaugh is looking at how AI can reduce time-intensive tasks, such as summarizing text, and help staff find images to create early-stage design proposals. The firm also is considering how gen AI can support the production of parametric designs, where buildings are shaped using algorithmic processes. Across all these areas, the security of client data will be key. "For us as an organization with sensitive data, the use of any tool needs to be framed in terms of, 'Actually, that project is covered by an NDA, so don't put it anywhere near the public cloud,'" he said. "We're going to manage the sensitive information carefully. We'll set the boundaries rather than throw a model in and let it sniff everything." 5. Work within your constraints Roger Joys, vice president of enterprise cloud platform at Alaskan telecom company GCI , said his organization is eager to explore AI in the right circumstances. "It's everything from simple use cases, such as using chatbots to help reduce our call center costs by helping people self-serve, to more sophisticated data analysis in customer demographics, merging many different pieces of data, and being able to answer questions about, 'Who are the best candidates to throw a marketing campaign at?'" However, Joys told ZDNET, it's important not to rush into AI transformation. Yes, the benefits can be great, but so are the risks if you don't prepare for data-led change. Also: Google survey says more than 75% of developers rely on AI. But there's a catch Joys is using VMware Cloud Foundation private cloud technology and a host of other services to create a scalable and safe platform for business innovation. "The data scientists have moved some of the data that is OK to be in the public cloud into Databricks on Azure, but we can't upload all our customer information," said Joys. "There are regulations about the data we can store in the public cloud safely, securely, and privately." Joys said his organization faces many regulations, particularly regarding call data and customer information. Any decisions on AI must be made with these concerns in mind. "Those are things that will be determined," he said. "Where is public AI okay? We'll be working on that issue over the next 18 months." Google's new AI tool could be your new favorite learning aid - and it's free The best open-source AI models: All your free-to-use options explained I changed 5 ChatGPT settings and instantly became more productive - here's how The best AI search engines of 2024: Google, Perplexity, and moreThe AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 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Follow the NFL quarterback’s rebound from his achilles injury, and get an inside look at the defining and controversial moments of his life and career. – Netflix (@netflix)BETHESDA, Md. , Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors at Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) named Kevin O'Connor as the corporation's new senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary. Effective Jan. 13 , O'Connor will succeed Maryanne Lavan , who plans to retire. O'Connor most recently served as senior vice president and chief legal officer for Carrier. "Kevin is a proven leader who brings insight, expertise, and a shared commitment to our 21st Century Security ® vision. I look forward to working with him as we continue to prioritize strong governance and delivering more cutting-edge capabilities faster and more affordably to the United States and our allies," said Chairman, President and CEO Jim Taiclet . "Over her exceptional 34-year career at Lockheed Martin, Maryanne has made a mark on our company through her leadership, guidance and integrity. I appreciate her many years of service and wish her all the best in her next chapter." Lavan will serve as a strategic advisor through the first quarter of 2025 to help ensure a smooth transition. About Kevin O'Connor As senior vice president and chief legal officer for Carrier, O'Connor oversaw the company's legal and compliance matters worldwide. He also was responsible for government and regulatory affairs, where he developed and executed advocacy strategies to support global business growth. Prior to joining Carrier, he served as chief legal officer for Point72. Before that, O'Connor served as the vice president of Global Ethics & Compliance, UTC, and was a partner at the law firm Bracewell LLP. O'Connor is a proven leader with more than 25 years of experience, bringing to the role a strong combination of experience in government and the private sector, including at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, as U.S. attorney for Connecticut and as associate attorney general of the United States , the third-ranking official at the Department of Justice. "It is an honor to join Lockheed Martin at such an exciting time in its history, when national security solutions are of paramount importance," said O'Connor. "The opportunity to work with such an incredibly talented team while continuing to ensure the highest standards in governance and compliance is truly exciting. I look forward to working with the leadership team to help advance Lockheed Martin's critical mission in this dynamic environment." About Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security ® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. More information at Lockheedmartin.com . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lockheed-martin-names-new-general-counsel-302321622.html SOURCE Lockheed MartinNo turnover tax on SEZ enterprises in Gwadar: Ahsan Meeting reviewed progress in key sectors, including energy, infrastructure, food & agriculture, and SEZs ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal on Friday chaired progress review meetings on the CPEC. According to an official announcement, made by the planning ministry on Friday, Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal chaired a progress review meeting on CPEC in Islamabad. The meeting was attended by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Foreign Affairs Tariq Fatemi, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Planning, members of the Planning Commission, secretaries of various ministries and divisions, and senior officials from relevant departments. The meeting reviewed progress in key sectors, including energy, infrastructure, food & agriculture, and special economic zones (SEZs). The Ministry of Railways and Communications updated the meeting participants on the recent progress of the ML-1 and KKH projects and outlined their future course of action. Discussing the ML-1 project, the minister noted the commitment made by the Chinese premier for the visit of a team of Chinese technical experts to Pakistan. During a recent meeting with the Chinese ambassador, it was also agreed that a team of financial experts would accompany them to ensure simultaneous and efficient resolution of all matters related to the project. Regarding KKH, the minister directed the National Highway Authority (NHA) to expedite progress in coordination with the Chinese side to ensure its timely completion, as it is a strategic project under CPEC Phase-II. While addressing the development of industrial zones, the minister stressed China’s extensive expertise in this area. He highlighted that Pakistan had requested China to develop two model industrial zones, which would be done in turn-key basis. These model zones would serve as benchmarks for other industrial zones across the country. He also directed the Board of Investment (BoI) to finalise the availability of land for an SEZ development in Islamabad. The minister directed the Power Division and PESCO to immediately energise the internal network of Rashakai SEZ and provide electricity to meet its current requirements. Regarding Gwadar’s tax exemption policy, officials clarified that under the Finance Act, the China Overseas Port Holding Company (COPHC) and other Free Zone businesses are entitled to tax holidays and related incentives. Notifications have already been issued to relevant departments, confirming there is no turnover tax on SEZ enterprises operating in Gwadar. The meeting also reviewed progress on the training of 1,000 agriculture graduates in China. The Minister directed that experts traveling for agricultural training should be fully facilitated. These trainees, to be selected from public and private sector on merit, will learn latest technology and farm mechanisation techniques from China and help in modernising Pakistan’s agriculture. Special arrangements for halal food, including sehri and iftar during Ramazan, were also instructed. The minister reiterated the vital role of the agriculture sector in Pakistan’s development and noted that the PM will soon announce the 5Es National Economic Transformation Plan Framework, which is home-grown. This framework will be integrated into the five-year development plan, followed by formulation of a comprehensive National Agriculture and Industrial Policy to advance the agriculture sector under a structured policy framework. The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of commitment to ensuring timely implementation of CPEC projects for the country’s economic growth and development. Meanwhile, sources said that China might be ready for a piecemeal approach for funding the ML-1 [Mainline-1] and KKH [Karakoram Highway] projects by adopting a phased-wise approach, but it all depends on improvement in security of Chinese nationals working in Pakistan.Jeers rang around the Etihad Stadium after the final whistle of a dramatic 3-3 draw. After five-straight losses in all competitions, City looked to be cruising to victory after going three up inside 50 minutes. But Feyenoord mounted an improbable comeback and leveled the game in the 89th minute to leave the home crowd stunned. While the worst losing streak of Guardiola’s managerial career was brought to an end, his wait for a first win since Oct. 26 goes on. Erling Haaland had scored twice, with Ilkay Gundogan also on target to put City in control. But goals from Anis Hadj Moussa in the 75th, Santiago Gimenez in the 82nd and David Hancko in the 89th turned the game on its head. City's players, including Bernardo Silva, Josko Gvardiol and Haaland looked visibly frustrated as they left the field to cheers of the delirious traveling Dutch fans in the away section of the stadium. City plays Premier League leader Liverpool on Sunday — defeat would leave it 11 points adrift of its title rival. 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