Domo CDO Chris Willis urges businesses to resist AI hype and adopt a deliberate, slow approach
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Summary
Chris Willis, chief design officer at Domo, argues that businesses should resist AI FOMO (fear of missing out) and instead adopt a "slow-mo" approach to AI adoption. He cautions against rushing into AI implementations without proper strategy, data readiness, and understanding of business needs. Willis emphasizes that thoughtful, deliberate adoption of AI technologies will yield better long-term results than hasty implementation driven by hype and competitive pressure.
Key quotes
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You're not the only one annoyed by the hype.
A brown snail inches along a wooden plank resting on neatly stacked coins, illustrating the concept of slow economic progress.
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