The Holiday Rush and AI’s Growing Role in Retail The holiday season is approaching quickly, with fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year than at any time since 2019. This condensed timeline makes Salesforce’s latest State of the Connected Customer report—this year titled State of the AI Connected Customer—particularly timely. The report, based on insights from over
LNNs mark a significant departure from traditional, rigid AI structures, drawing deeply from the adaptable nature of biological neural systems. MIT researchers explored how organisms manage complex decision-making and dynamic responses with minimal neurons, translating these principles into the design of LNNs
Throughout history, disruptive technologies have been the catalyst for major social and economic revolutions. The invention of the plow and irrigation systems 12,000 years ago sparked the Agricultural Revolution, while Johannes Gutenberg’s 15th-century printing press fueled the Protestant Reformation and helped propel Europe out of the Middle Ages into the Renaissance. In the 18th century,
The rapid pace of AI technological advancement is placing immense pressure on teams, often leading to disagreements due to the unrealistic expectations businesses have for the speed and agility of new technology implementation. A staggering 88% of IT professionals report that they are unable to keep up with the flood of AI-related requests within their
As artificial intelligence gains momentum in healthcare, it’s critical for health systems and related stakeholders to develop robust AI governance programs. AI’s potential to address challenges in administration, operations, and clinical care is drawing interest across the sector. As this technology evolves, the range of applications in healthcare will only broaden.
Healthcare IT advancements, especially electronic health records (EHRs), have made it easier to gather and store data, which, in turn, fuels population health initiatives and improves patient outcomes. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality highlights that using health IT tools can significantly enhance chronic disease management by promoting efficient care delivery, information-sharing, and patient education. However, selecting and adopting the right analytics tools remains challenging. Here are five essential data analytics tools that healthcare providers can leverage for effective chronic disease management.
The concept of artificial intelligence, or synthetic minds capable of thinking and reasoning like humans, has been around for centuries. Ancient cultures often expressed ideas and pursued goals similar to AI, and in the early 20th century, science fiction brought these notions to modern audiences. Works like The Wizard of Oz and films such as Metropolis resonated globally, laying the groundwork for contemporary AI discussions.
Improving communication among care teams can help patients avoid repeated lab tests, unnecessary appointments, and medication errors, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Poor care coordination can result in negative health outcomes, increased emergency room visits, poor care transitions, and higher costs for patients.
Imagine a company where every decision, strategy, customer interaction, and routine task is enhanced by AI. From predictive analytics uncovering market insights to intelligent automation streamlining operations, this AI-driven enterprise represents what a successful business could look like. Does this company exist? Not yet, but the building blocks for creating it are already here. To
10 Top AI Jobs in 2025 As we approach 2025, the demand for AI expertise is on the rise. Companies are seeking professionals with a strong background in AI, paired with practical experience. This insight explores 10 of the top AI jobs, the skills they require, and the industries that are driving AI adoption. If
Intelligent Adoption Framework Marks a New Era for AI IntegrationAfter a surge of initial excitement, AI has now entered a phase of more thoughtful and strategic adoption, focusing on sustainable progress and measurable results. Following years of hype in which artificial intelligence was hailed as a revolutionary force poised to instantly transform industries, AI is
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the content creation industry, sparking conversations about trust, authenticity, and the future of human creativity. As developers increasingly adopt AI tools, their trust in these technologies grows. Over 75% of developers now express confidence in AI, a trend that highlights the far-reaching potential of these advancements across industries. A study
Nearly half of customer service teams, over 40% of salespeople, and a third of marketers have fully implemented artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their work. However, 77% of business leaders report persistent challenges related to trusted data and ethical concerns that could stall their AI initiatives, according to Salesforce research released today. The Trends in
Enterprise interest in artificial intelligence has surged in the past two years, with boardroom discussions centered on how to capitalize on AI advancements before competitors do. Generative AI has been a particular focus for executives since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, followed by other major product releases like Amazon’s Bedrock, Google’s Gemini, Meta’s
Artificial Intelligence and Sales Cloud AI enhances the sales process at every stage, making it more efficient and effective. Salesforce’s AI technology—Einstein—streamlines data entry and offers predictive analysis, empowering sales teams to maximize every opportunity. Artificial Intelligence and Sales Cloud explained. Artificial Intelligence and Sales Cloud Sales Cloud integrates several AI-driven features powered by Einstein
