Digital Transformation

Discover the top 5 ways Salesforce Einstein uses AI, analytics, and automation to help businesses across industries improve decision-making, personalize experiences, and increase efficiency.

Explore how AI and advanced collaboration tools are transforming global workforce management, helping businesses bridge cultural gaps and enhance employee experiences.

Discover Salesforce’s latest AI-powered tools, the Einstein SDR and Sales Coach Agents. These innovative solutions automate lead management and provide real-time coaching, helping sales teams close deals more efficiently while focusing on strategic opportunities.

Launch Consulting promotes three senior leaders to Vice President roles, strengthening its leadership across key divisions and reinforcing its commitment to AI-driven digital transformation.

Claude, an AI by Anthropic, has passed the Lem Test, a milestone highlighting its advanced capabilities in creative thinking and complex problem-solving, marking a significant leap in AI's potential for enterprise applications.

Discover how expanding your talent acquisition to a global scale can drive innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and provide a competitive edge in today’s dynamic market.

Melanie Roberson, people expert at Launch, explains why employee experience is worth every penny.

True transformation requires the harmonious integration of technology, people, and processes for sustainable success. Learn how in this article authored by Launch.

Explore the four essential pillars of successful digital transformation—technology, process, people, and skills—and learn how to integrate and leverage them to drive innovation, efficiency, and a resilient workforce.

Kevin Scott, Senior Director at Launch digs into what Employee Experience is and future trends and outlooks in 2024.

Kevin Scott, Senior Director at Launch talks about what tools and training are needed when asking your employees to adopt AI.

Robust data governance frameworks are essential for the successful integration of AI initiatives in state governments, with insights and strategies.

AI and data management transform retail supply chains - see how this technology enhancesefficiency and customer satisfaction.

Together, Launch and Microsoft are building AI powered solutions that redefine success and help harness the power of technology for your organization.

Apple's latest iOS 18 integrates OpenAI's advanced AI, transforming iPhone user interactions with smarter, more intuitive features.

Explore how AI and data are revolutionizing the hospitality industry, providing personalized, efficient, and sustainable experiences for modern travelers.

Harness the power of AI with Palantir and Launch. This technology partnership bring unparalleled data solutions, helping your organization's innovation meet expertise.

Bad data costs U.S. companies $3.1 trillion annually, impacting financial stability, operational efficiency, decision-making, and customer trust. Understanding and mitigating these risks through data quality initiatives is crucial for organizational success.

Brian Ganser, President of Launch Consulting, digs into his top predictions for tech consulting trends in 2024.

Learn how AI and data analytics are revolutionizing energy management, driving efficiency, sustainability, and enhanced customer service in the utility sector.

Discover how generative AI can revolutionize financial advice, addressing benefits, ethical concerns, and its broader applications in financial services

What are AI Hallucinations? We answer this question and dig into why they happen in our latest blog! We also discuss how to leverage the latest advancements in AI to make your models more reliable.

A seismic shift has occurred in artificial intelligence with groundbreaking announcements from OpenAI and Google. OpenAI's GPT-4o and Google's Astra, unveiled at Google I/O, represent substantial advancements that redefine AI's integration into daily life and various industries.

Learn how data visualization can transform vast amounts of information into actionable insights, driving strategic growth and improving decision-making in your business.

Launch Consulting has achieved the prestigious Microsoft Solutions Partner designation in Data & AI, highlighting its expertise in delivering innovative data and AI solutions using Microsoft technologies.

Join us on this episode of Navigating Abroad as we sit down with Dr. Lucas Joppa, Senior Managing Director and Chief Sustainability Officer at Haveli Investments. With a rich background as Microsoft’s first Chief Environmental Scientist and Chief Environmental Officer, Dr. Joppa shares his journey and insights on leveraging technology to tackle global sustainability challenges. Discover how AI and renewable energy are shaping the future, and learn about the groundbreaking initiatives and investment strategies driving positive environmental change.

Launch President Brian Ganser discusses the importance of an AI First mindset and how Launch can help you achieve your AI Transformationgoals.

Explore the transformative journey of chatbots from early AI experiments to modern, multi-functional tools enhancing business operations and customer engagement across industries.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall unpacks Reinforcement Learning, a type of Machine Learning.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall reviews RAG and why it exists.

In a recent episode of Navigating Abroad, Lucas Joppa, a seasoned investor and scientist, discusses the environmental implications of AI. Drawing from his experiences at Microsoft and Haveli Investments, he explores the evolution of technology toward sustainability and stresses the importance of managing AI's significant energy demands.

Explore how small mini language model are revolutionizing AI with their compact size and powerful capabilities, making advanced technology accessible to all.

Discover Kseniia Fontaine's impactful journey bridging technology and creativity, showcased at the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Festival in Cannes, France.

In this episode of Navigating Abroad, we chat with Kseniia Fontaine, the Business development and operations manager at ITU, the United Nations’ specialized agency for ICTs. As a key member of the AI for Good team, she is focused on connecting AI innovators with problem owners to collectively advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

In retail, "shrink" refers to inventory loss unrelated to legitimate sales. Recent data reveals it costs the industry billions annually. Various sectors, like supermarkets and electronics stores, face unique challenges, necessitating tailored strategies. Employing data and AI, retailers can mitigate shrink effectively, enhancing profitability and customer satisfaction.

Vice President Harry O'Halloran define's Launch's Consumer Sector and the different types of organizations that sit within.

Artificial intelligence advancements like Snowflake Arctic and Microsoft Phi-3 are revolutionizing business processes. Snowflake Arctic excels in handling large-scale data operations economically, while Microsoft Phi-3 enables powerful AI processing on edge devices, ensuring data privacy. These technologies are driving widespread AI adoption and transforming various industries with innovative, efficient solutions.

Launch Consulting has attained Select tier partner status from Snowflake, enhancing its ability to drive digital transformation and deliver exceptional value to clients through innovative data analytics and cloud technologies.

Data democratization fundamentally changes how businesses operate by making critical data accessible to all employees, fostering a culture of informed decision-making and innovation. This transformative strategy breaks down traditional data silos, enabling faster, more collaborative, and effective decision-making across various levels of an organization.

In this episode of Navigating Abroad, Russ Whitman interviews Kate Turner, a digital and sustainability focused consultant, working to help government and industry understand, reduce and mitigate the environmental impacts AI.

AI will revolutionize the casino and gaming industry through personalized experiences, operational efficiency, and transformative potential. Vice President of Consumer Harry O'Halloran walks us through how.

Understand how the data landscape has changed in the last few years as Launch data expert Doug Kachelmuss walks through trends, stressors, and how AI is changing the game for good.

Explore the critical role of scalable infrastructure in modern business environments, highlighting how platforms like Snowflake Data Cloud and Palantir Foundry enable companies to enhance efficiency, performance, and risk management. Learn how to assess needs and implement scalable solutions to ensure your business remains agile and prepared for future demands.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall explains what Pretraining is in the realm of generative AI.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall explains what Fine Tuning is in the realm of generative AI.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall digs into Supervised Learning and why this type of Machine Learning is important.

In this video, Kevin McCall interviews Carsten Kraus about recent advancements in AI technology, focusing on the emergence of small language models and the potential resurgence of reinforcement learning. Carsten discusses the significance of small language models as the "electro motor" of AI and making complex AI applications more accessible.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall digs into Self-Supervised Learning and how it is different than Supervised Learning.

Carsten Kraus, founder of Casablanca AI and a noted AI expert, discusses the evolving role of language models in technology. He addresses both the transformative impact of these models and the future of reinforcement learning. Kraus's insights suggest a pivotal shift towards accessible, powerful AI tools for innovation across various sectors.

Palantir and Oracle have formed a strategic partnership to revolutionize business efficiency with AI and cloud solutions. This alliance merges Oracle's robust cloud infrastructure with Palantir's advanced AI capabilities, aiming to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency across various sectors.

OpenAI introduces Sora, a cutting-edge generative video technology, designed to transform textual descriptions into realistic video content. This platform merges AI’s language processing and image generation capabilities to enhance video production across multiple industries, from education to healthcare.

Explore the rise of Large Action Models (LAMs) in the field of artificial intelligence and their profound implications across different industries. Our Chief Strategy Officer breaks down how LAMs differ from traditional Large Language Models (LLMs) and how they are reshaping sectors like healthcare, consumer experiences, and finance.

Discover NVIDIA's Blackwell B200 GPU: Revolutionizing AI with unprecedented computational power, efficiency, and versatility for professionals and enthusiasts.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall breaks down Model Bias - what it is and why they are almost inevitable

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall explains what Multi-Modal means in tech and artificial intelligence.

Meet Jean-Paul Paoli, the force behind L'Oréal's digital transformation, where generative AI meets beauty. Explore his journey towards pioneering personalized, innovative consumer experiences, and how his blend of technology and marketing is setting new industry standards.

Meet Fred Werner, the strategic force at the United Nations' ITU, championing AI to empower global sustainability and inclusivity.

In this next episode of Navigating Abroad, Harry O'Halloran interviews Jean-Paul Paoli, AI Transformation Business Director at L'Oreal. With a foundation in Computer Science, Jean-Paul Paoli has spent two decades at L'Oréal, undertaking leadership roles that bridge digital transformation and marketing.

Artificial General Intelligence is designed to understand, learn, and apply its intelligence to solve any problem, across a broad range of activities, in a manner that is indistinguishable from human cognition. Theoretically, it can solve a wide array of problems, make decisions, and adapt to new situations in a way that is comparable to human intelligence. Is this really a thing, or is it on the latest hype train?

Claude 3 distinguishes itself with near-instant responses suitable for real-time applications with a range of models tailored to specific needs: Haiku, Sonnet and Opus. Its advancements in accuracy, contextual understanding, and the ability to handle complex instructions position Anthropic’s newest AI model as a notable leader in the generative AI landscape.

Announcing Launch's nomination in the the 2024 Microsoft Supplier Prestige Awards, an award recognizing suppliers that exemplify the pillars of strategy, priority, agility and modernization in the arenas of sustainability, accessibility, inclusion, representation and community.

In 2024, the landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to expand at an unprecedented pace, with innovations that are transforming industries and reshaping our understanding of what is possible. The message is clear: AI is no longer a distant future but a present reality, enabling businesses to redefine boundaries and set new benchmarks.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall breaks down Large Language Models (LLMs) - what they are and why they're important.

Fred Werner explores AI's role in achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals, offering insights and examples of its impact on societal betterment and sustainability.

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall breaks down Small Language Models (SLMs) and how they are different than Large Language Models (LLMs)

Launch's Managing Director of AI Kevin McCall walks through hallucinations and the pitfalls they can provide.

Jared Endicott, Data Studio Director explains the differences between Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and Data Science

Launch's Russ Whitman, CSO, and Kevin McCall, Managing Director of AI, showcase the thoughtful application of AI and demonstrate concrete examples of how businesses can effectively incorporate AI today

We believe that by demystifying AI and providing practical frameworks for its application, we can empower businesses to fully harness its potential. The journey into AI is complex, but with the right mindset, strategy, and tools, it's a path fraught with opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and unprecedented growth.

Adam Cheyer shares insights into his remarkable career, starting from his early days at the Stanford Research Institute to bringing conversational AI into commercial reality. His work has facilitated our first interactions with smartphones beyond mere communication devices and paved the way for a series of technological innovations.

Join us in an enlightening conversation with Adam Cheyer, the tech virtuoso behind Siri, Sentient, and Viv Labs, as he unveils the creative process behind pioneering voice assistants that have transformed our interaction with technology.

The key takeaways from WAICF highlight a landscape of innovation, ethical consideration, and collaborative potential, urging us to engage with AI's possibilities responsibly and creatively.

The data imperative represents a fundamental change in how businesses and organizations perceive and utilize data. It's about using data to make smarter decisions, anticipate market changes, and drive innovation.

Unlock the potential of AI by dispelling myths and recognizing its limitations. Gain essential insights for successful integration and understand the collaborative role AI plays with human expertise in navigating the future.

As the industry embraces the integration of AI, unravelling complexities, embracing agile practices, and harnessing the transformative power of AI become essential for ushering in an era of ethical, efficient, and continually improving consulting practices.

By providing real-time assistance, automating repetitive tasks, and analyzing relevant information, Copilot can help employees work more effectively and efficiently.

We have every bit of data we could possibly need and more. So why is it so hard to use it? Here's how AI can help.

The prior authorization process has been a thorn in the side of payers, providers, and patients alike. With the use of generative AI, prior authorization could finally fulfill its original purpose...

Michelle Kosmacek, Sr. Organizational Effectiveness Consultant, discusses why Psychological Safety is the key to an effective team.

In this episode of Navigation Abroad, Lise Thee speaks with Daniela C. Merlano, Founder of ThrAive, a pioneering project that harnesses the power of AI CLIP tools to promote emotional well-being.

In this Navigating Abroad episode, Launch interviews Dominick Romano, a Long Island natIn this episode of Navigating Abroad, Lunch interviews Dominick Romano, CEO of drainpipe.io since 2020 and he's committed to refining user experiences and helping businesses maximize their digital presence.

Generative AI could revolutionize healthcare. Here are the opportunities and risks for providers and payers.

In this episode of Navigating Abroad, Launch interviews Karen Silverman, a leading global expert in practical governance strategies for AI and other frontier technologies.

Learn how to safeguard your digital assets and maintain business continuity while reaping the benefits of scalability, cost savings, and improved collaboration in the cloud.

Panel discussion at WAICF where experts discuss the fear of AI replacing jobs and how the workforce can prepare for the future.

In this episode, Lisa Thee sits down with Kévin Bouchareb, the Future of Work & HR Strategy Director at Ubisoft. Kévin is a dynamic force in organizational transformation, empowering leaders, managers, and team members through his expertise in HR and Change Management.

The five best practices for utilities to engage customers in energy efficiency initiatives and help make a difference this Earth Day and beyond.

In our third episode of Navigating Abroad, we chat with LJ Rich, a talented musician, composer, and producer from the UK who's all about blending classical, pop, and experimental music styles and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in electronic music.

The age of pay-and-chase is over. It’s time for proactive detection and protection.

In this episode of Navigating Abroad, Lisa Thee interviews Carsten Kraus, a successful entrepreneur and business strategist with years of experience in the tech industry. As the founder and CEO of several innovative companies, Carsten has a proven track record of transforming ideas into thriving businesses.

Panel discussion at WAICF on the future of AI and pre-trained models and data as a product. With the breakthroughs in AI and computer vision, we're seeing massive changes and transformations in the world, with even non-technical people understanding the importance of AI.

Panel discussion at the WAICF with Aidan Gomez, co-author of the "Attention is All You Need", to dive into more trustworthy and reliable agents that can act in the real world.

Panel discussion at WAICF on the potential of AI in creative fields! AI can inspire better and democratize composition, leading to co-creation between humans and technology that's truly special.

Panel discussion at WAICF on the future of deep learning and its integration into complex systems! Panelists agree that deep learning will continue to be a big piece of the puzzle, but will be integrated with other tools and systems, leading to a more fluid and less passive user experience.

Panel discussion at WAICF on using AI for good! The UN's ITU shares the “AI for Good” initiative that aims to use AI to advance Sustainable Development Goals.

Interviewing Fred Werner, an expert in telecom, leads Strategic Engagement at ITU and played a key role in founding the AI for Good Global Summit. With multiple degrees and international experience, he's known for fostering a pan-European cybersecurity community and contributing to ICT industry projects.

Join us as we talk about taking the fear out of automation, how failure helps us become better innovators, and how Brandon inspired me to make bold moves in my own career.

In our next episode of Season 2, Sadie St. Lawrence chats about her passion for creating community and breaking down barriers in the tech world. Join us as we talk about the importance of tech data literacy, combatting implicit bias in AT, and the importance of representation for women in tech.

The hard part of working out isn’t resolving to do something new; it’s adjusting habits and generating momentum for change. The same challenges apply to data governance initiatives.

Christy is a true pioneer in the food and beverage industry. Join Lisa as discusses using technology to bring people together, creating the first food and beverage genome, and how comfort can lead us to our best ideas.