E218 'AI in Modern Bookkeeping and Business Automation' with Outmin's Ross Hunt
Today's guest is Ross Hunt, Founder and CEO at Outmin. While Artificial Intelligence is often associated with glamorous uses like predictive analytics and automated driving, it's in the realm of the mundane, routine tasks where AI can deliver significant value. This is the philosophy that's core to Outmin, a company dedicated to automating bookkeeping with AI.Topics include:0:00 Automating bookkeeping while building future AI infrastructure4:04 Focus on automating boring bookkeeping to improve data quality8:59 Automated bookkeeping by combining humans, measurement and data14:21 Investing personal funds required transparency and shared risk with partner15:41 Breakthrough came with hospitality focus and accounting partnerships18:31 Why fundraising is seen as means, not a success metric, in business20:16 How Sustained success comes from deep technology application, not hype22:40 Why talented juniors prototype quickly, but experienced engineers ensure scalability24:20 How AI literacy is best learned through daily, hands-on use28:24 Enterprise Ireland providing crucial early funding and strategic support31:31 How success requires indispensable, value-driven products in current market
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E217 'The Evolution and Impact of AI in Industry' with Eaton's Mark Kelly
Today's guest is Mark Kelly, SVP of Global Intelligent Power Technologies at Eaton. In this insightful conversation, Mark covers the surprising evolution of AI, its current utility and the implications of its widespread adoption across various sectors.Topics include:0:00 How ChatGPT’s accessibility drives massive AI adoption and risks5:14 How Eaton powers global industries by enabling safe, reliable, AI-driven electrification8:17 Embedding AI in products for predictive maintenance, optimisation and safety13:18 Using AI for real-time optimisation, supply chain efficiency and physics-informed safety16:00 AI as a digital assistant for research, summarising and structuring ideas18:28 Advice to AI users, tuners and creators to stay skilled, critical and adaptable21:48 As AI literacy is essential, the future lies in specialised & collaborative multi-agent systems25:58 Championing multidisciplinary collaboration as key to groundbreaking innovation
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E216 'AI Transformation: Skills, Trends and the Irish Workforce' with Microsoft's Kieran McCorry
Today's guest is Kieran McCorry, National Technology Officer at Microsoft Ireland. In this podcast, Kevin shares insights into the transformative role AI is playing in contemporary work environments as AI continues to reshape business landscapes globally. From emerging trends to challenges and opportunities, Kieran delves into how AI is no longer just an option but a necessity for businesses looking to stay competitive.Topics include:0:00 AI skills are key career drivers as we tackle the workplace access gap5:23 How AI use skews toward leaders due to top-down deployment7:17 The need for strategic deployment as managers struggle to adopt AI 9:18 How targeted AI use boosts skills, equity and retention13:03 Workplace interruptions harm focus, with AI tools like Copilot helping manage tasks16:02 How AI is boosting efficiency, reshaping roles and promoting a hybrid workforce18:53 AI expands capabilities, accelerates careers and drives employee retention21:39 As Employees seek AI training, employers must enable practical adoption
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E215 ‘From Autonomous Agents to Applied AI Insights’ with Microsoft’s Jennifer Geraghty Ryan
Today’s guest is Jennifer Geraghty Ryan, Principal Product Manager at Microsoft. In the podcast, Jennifer delves into the rapidly evolving world of AI agents, from covering the significant recent advancements and taking a glimpse into the transformative potential AI holds for businesses across diverse sectors.Topics include:0:00 Working on Microsoft’s autonomous agents program and AI governance2:17 How Microsoft agents now support multi-agent collaboration and deep research3:56 How Research agents work autonomously and show transparent reasoning processes5:30 An insight into agents clarifying problems, using internal data and automating tasks8:13 Applying AI to enable rapid product testing, feedback and persona insights11:31 How agents can learn in real time from other agents12:58 AI agents provide diverse perspectives through role-playing simulations15:56 Effective AI use requires feedback, context, and iterative prompting18:00 How Teams Copilot automates meeting recaps and workflow documentation20:05 AI captures tacit knowledge and automates workflows effectively
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E214 ‘How Glitch is Revolutionising B2B Marketing’ with Glitch’s Aisling Browne
Today's guest is Aisling Browne, CEO and Co-Founder at Glitch. Glitch are a pioneering company set on transforming the world of B2B marketing through unique insights and solutions. The company is built on a foundation of resilience, with strategic partnerships and innovative approaches spearheading its success. In this podcast, Aisling delves into their journey, their unique value proposition and how they are addressing the complex challenges faced by businesses today.Topics include:0:00 Her journey from rom politics to startups, partnerships and entrepreneurship3:51 How early startup lessons shaped a smart, resilient founder mindset6:59 Lessons from highs and lows such as resilience, foresight & adaptability9:13 Making B2B ads accessible through Glitch with agency-level support12:29 How Glitch bridges ads, insights and sales–marketing alignment15:04 Using data to reveal real customers, not assumptions16:55 Leveraging AI to massively boost productivity and efficiency
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