This conversation digs into the transformative impact of AI on human relationships - particularly within the workplace - featuring insights from Sonia Nash, a Principal Solutions Consultant at SAP Concur.

Sonia discusses how AI is not only reshaping job roles but also enhancing productivity by automating mundane tasks, allowing employees to focus on more meaningful work.

With a recent Gartner study highlighting that 80% of technology products will be developed by non-technical individuals by 2024, the conversation explores the rise of business technologists and the democratisation of tech innovation.

Sonia shares her personal journey from finance to AI and emphasises the importance of fostering curiosity and inclusivity in tech, particularly for underrepresented groups.

The chat culminates in a discussion on the future of AI in improving workplace relationships and the necessity of addressing concerns surrounding data privacy and trust in AI technologies.

Takeaways:

• Gartner's study indicates that by the end of 2024, 80% of technology products will be created by non-technical people.
• The emergence of roles like Chief AI Officer signifies the increasing importance of AI strategy in businesses.
• Sonia emphasises the importance of having meaningful human connections outside the digital realm.
• The integration of AI in various sectors, including healthcare, is revolutionising how we approach diagnostics.

Resource links:

The rise of the business technologists https://www.gartner.com/en/articles/the-rise-of-business-technologists 

Stemettes https://stemettes.org/