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Welcome to Part 2 of our special edition podcast from Salesforce TDX 2025! In this episode, host Michael Fauscette sits down with Kushwant Singh, SVP of Product Management at Salesforce, to dive deep into the world of agentic AI and the innovative AgentForce platform.
Join us as we explore:
-What agentic AI means and how it serves as a "digital neighbor" for organizations.
-The key differentiators of AgentForce compared to traditional AI solutions.
-Real-world use cases, including how companies like AAA and Smartsheet are leveraging agentic AI to enhance customer experiences.
-The importance of trust, governance, and personalized interactions in AI applications.
-How businesses can effectively integrate agentic AI into their workflows and the role of APIs in this process.

Whether you're a business leader looking to understand the impact of AI on your organization or a developer interested in the technical aspects of building agents, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes on AI, generative AI, and business automation! If you're an expert in these fields, reach out to us at [email protected].
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Welcome to a special edition of the Disambiguation podcast, recorded live from Salesforce TDX 2025 in San Francisco! Join host Michael Fauscette as he dives deep into the world of Agentic AI and Salesforce's innovative strategies with guests Jacob Lehrbaum, SVP of Product Marketing, and Gary Brandeleer, VP of Product Management.

In this episode, we explore:
-Salesforce's overall Agentic AI strategy and the latest announcements from TDX 2025.
-The evolution of AI Assist and how it's transforming business automation.
-Real-world applications of AgentForce, including a fascinating case study on how AI is enhancing customer interactions and support.
-The future of digital labor and how businesses can leverage AI to improve productivity and collaboration.
-Insights into the AgentBlazers initiative and the importance of community in driving AI adoption.

Plus, stay tuned for an exciting demonstration of the Agentic Robotic Operating System, showcasing how AI can be integrated with robotics to solve real-world problems with Charlie Isaacs, CTO Customer Connection and Julia Reguera, Sr Solution Engineer.

Don't miss this insightful conversation that will help business leaders understand the impact of AI on their operations and the future of work!

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Welcome to this week's episode of the Disambiguation Podcast! Join host Michael Fauscette as he dives into the world of Intelligent RevOps and explores how AI is transforming sales success.

In this episode, Michael is joined by Tony Keskinen, the Chief Product Officer and co-founder of 180Ops. With a rich background in advertising and customer journey analytics, Tony shares insights on how AI can help sales teams overcome challenges, improve decision-making, and drive revenue growth.

Key topics discussed include:

-The impact of AI on sales productivity and revenue operations
-How 180Ops leverages data to provide actionable insights for go-to-market teams
-The importance of integrating internal and external data for better customer understanding
-The shift from predictive to prescriptive analytics in sales strategies
-Real-world applications of AI in optimizing sales processes and customer relationships

Tony also highlights the significance of creating a unified information model across sales, marketing, and customer success to maximize customer lifetime value.

Don't miss this insightful conversation that uncovers the future of revenue intelligence and the role of AI in shaping sales strategies!

Tune in now and discover how to leverage AI for your business success!

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Welcome to the February edition of the AI Pulse episode of the Disambiguation Podcast! Join your host, Michael Fauscette, and co-host Tom Pringle as they dive into the latest trends and developments in artificial intelligence, generative AI, and business automation.In this episode, we explore:

-The significant $60 billion boost in enterprise cloud spending driven by the generative AI boom.
-The implications of DeepSeek's groundbreaking advancements in AI and its impact on the market.
-The ongoing debate around AI's return on investment and productivity gains across various industries.
-The rise of agentic AI and the challenges of managing a digital workforce.
-Exciting innovations like self-healing concrete that could revolutionize infrastructure.

Tune in for insightful discussions, expert opinions, and a touch of humor as we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of AI technology. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes!

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Welcome to this special edition of the Disambiguation Podcast, recorded live at ZohoDay Analyst Summit 2025! Join host Michael Fauscette as he dives deep into the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, generative AI, and business automation with industry experts.

In this episode, Michael is joined by Raju Vegesna and Anand Nergunam, who share insights on Zoho's strategic shift towards AI and the introduction of agentic AI. Discover how Zoho is adapting to the changing market, the importance of developer productivity, and the exciting potential of large language models (LLMs) in enhancing business operations.

Raju discusses the evolution of Zoho's products into a platform approach, enabling customization for various industries, and the critical role of data quality and governance in AI implementation. He also highlights real-world use cases, including customer support automation and legal ticket routing, showcasing how AI can drive efficiency and productivity.

Later in the episode, Anand Nergunam joins to discuss Zoho's focus on vertical markets and the integration of AI to deliver tailored solutions for enterprise customers. Learn how Zoho is building trust with clients through privacy-centric practices and the importance of contextual AI in delivering actionable insights.

Tune in for an engaging conversation about the future of AI in business and how organizations can leverage these technologies for maximum impact!

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Welcome to this special edition of the Disambiguation Podcast, recorded live from the SugarCRM 2025 Analyst Summit in beautiful San Diego! Join host Michael Fauscette as he sits down with Jorge Arroyo, the Senior Vice President of Engineering at SugarCRM.

In this episode, they dive deep into the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and how SugarCRM is leveraging these technologies to enhance sales processes. Jorge shares insights on the company's renewed focus on sales, the implementation of AI-driven features like predictive analytics, summarization, and intelligent account management, and how these innovations are transforming the user experience for sales teams.

Discover how SugarCRM is addressing common challenges in CRM adoption, improving data entry processes, and providing actionable insights that empower sales professionals. Jorge also discusses the importance of trust and transparency in AI, the unique approach to data privacy, and the future of agentic AI in customer relationship management.

Whether you're a business leader, a sales professional, or simply interested in the intersection of AI and CRM, this episode is packed with valuable information and practical insights.

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Key Topics:
-AI advancements in SugarCRM
-Enhancing sales processes with AI
-The importance of user experience in CRM
-Data privacy and trust in AI
-Future trends in agentic AI

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Welcome to this week's episode of the Disambiguation Podcast! Join host Michael Fauscette as he dives into the potential disruption of enterprise applications and the SaaS business model by AI, generative AI, and agentic AI.In this episode, Michael shares insights from a recent panel discussion at the In Real Life IRL 2025 event in Atlanta, where he explored how these emerging technologies are poised to redefine user experiences, operational efficiency, and business models in the enterprise tech landscape.Key topics include:
-The evolution of SaaS and its historical context
-The transformative power of generative AI and agentic AI
-How AI is changing user interfaces and enhancing automation
-New business models and pricing strategies driven by AI
-Challenges such as data privacy, integration complexities, and talent shortages

Michael emphasizes the importance of AI literacy, strategic implementation, and fostering a culture of innovation within organizations to leverage AI as a competitive advantage. Don't miss this thought-provoking monologue that sets the stage for the future of enterprise software!

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Join us next week for an exciting interview with Jorge Arroyo, the SVP of Engineering at SugarCRM!

Welcome to the January edition of AI Pulse on the Disambiguation Podcast! Join your host, Michael Fauscette, and co-host Tom Pringle, Director of Pilot Research, as they dive into the latest developments in artificial intelligence, generative AI, and business automation.
In this episode, we explore:
-The exciting advancements in self-learning models, including Microsoft's Rstar-math model, which outperforms major large language models in math benchmarks.
-The trend towards specialization in AI, with a focus on smaller, efficient models tailored for specific tasks.
-The implications of new tools like Google Deep Research and their role in enhancing productivity and efficiency.
-The ongoing conversation around ethics and responsibility in autonomous AI systems, especially in high-stakes scenarios.
-The impact of AI on software engineering roles and the evolving landscape of coding with AI-generated code.
-Recent news from CES, including NVIDIA's new personal AI supercomputer, Digits, and the implications for developers.

Tune in for an engaging discussion that unpacks the complexities of AI and its impact on business and society. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights!

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Welcome to Episode 2 of Season 3 of the Disambiguation Podcast! In this episode, host Michael Fauscette dives into the fascinating world of Decision Intelligence and its trends for 2025, based on a research brief from Arion Research.

Join our co-host avatars, Joshua and Julia, as they explore how AI is set to revolutionize decision-making in businesses. Discover how AI can assist in everyday tasks, enhance strategic thinking, and even create digital twins for simulating business scenarios.
Key topics include:
-The role of AI in decision-making: collaboration between humans and machines
-The importance of data quality and its impact on AI outcomes
Applications of Decision Intelligence in healthcare and financial services
-The rise of personalized customer experiences through AI
Ethical considerations and the need for decision explainability

Whether you're a business leader, an AI enthusiast, or just curious about the future of decision-making, this episode is packed with insights that can help you navigate the evolving landscape of AI and business automation.

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Welcome to the 1st episode of season 3! In this episode of Disambiguation, host Michael Fauscette sits down with Matt Van Itallie, founder and CEO of SEMA, to explore the critical role of AI in code maintenance. They discuss the challenges that executives face in gaining visibility into their engineering organizations and discuss how SEMA aims to bridge that gap.

Matt shares his unique background, from his upbringing in a family of programmers to his journey through various sectors, including education and technology. He explains the origin of SEMA and its mission to provide a comprehensive understanding of code health, emphasizing the importance of translating complex technical data into actionable insights for business leaders.

The conversation covers a range of topics, including:
-The difficulties of creating a unified CTO dashboard for engineering insights.
-The significance of context in assessing code quality and technical debt.
-The impact of generative AI on software development and maintenance.
-Strategies for managing risks associated with AI-generated code and open-source software.

Matt also offers valuable advice on how organizations can effectively manage technical debt and the importance of aligning engineering goals with business outcomes.

Tune in for an informative discussion that will help business leaders understand how to leverage AI tools for maximum impact in their software development processes!

Key Takeaways:
-The importance of visibility in engineering organizations.
-How to contextualize code health metrics for executive understanding.
-The role of generative AI in enhancing productivity and code quality.
-Strategies for mitigating risks associated with AI and open-source software.
-Matt Recommends:
-Brian Kaplan, professor of economics at George Mason University
-Ethan Mollick, professor of management at Wharton. 

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