AI Readiness: Podcast Roundup
Here are five podcast episodes that dig into what it takes to be AI-ready: From data foundations and governance to enterprise adoption and skills. (All podcasts available through the major distributors unless otherwise indicated.)
TDWI Speaking of Data — Episode 65: AI Readiness with Fern Halper
TDWI’s Fern Halper breaks down organizational focus areas and the TDWI AI Readiness Assessment, covering data, operations, skills, and governance as practical levers for getting from pilot to production. Listen
DataFramed — Episode 281: Developing AI Products That Impact Your Business
Richie Cotton and Venky Veeraraghavan discuss aligning AI with business processes, build-vs-buy choices, and the roles and skills needed to operationalize AI—useful for teams formalizing an AI roadmap. Listen
HBR IdeaCast — Episode 987: The AI Skills You Should Be Building Now
Accenture leaders outline the core skills and workflows managers need to make generative AI productive and safe, highlighting readiness gaps that derail adoption. Listen
KPMG “You Can with AI” — Episode 2: Data Readiness: The Backbone of AI Success
A concise primer on preparing data for AI at scale—covering collection, cleansing, governance, and platform choices—aimed at leaders building an execution plan. Listen
a16z Podcast — Episode 887: Aaron Levie on AI’s Enterprise Adoption
Box CEO Aaron Levie and a16z’s Martin Casado talk through real-world adoption patterns, from workflow changes to incumbent advantages—helpful context for readiness planning beyond proofs of concept. Listen