Prerequisite: None
Many organizations begin their AI journey with limited infrastructure, siloed data, and unclear readiness. This session explores how to go from zero to a validated, production-grade AI use case in a high-stakes setting. Drawing on real-world experience leading enterprise data and AI initiatives, this session will explore practical steps for identifying high-impact opportunities, aligning stakeholders, and delivering scalable solutions using cloud-native tools and open-source frameworks. Attendees will gain insights on accelerating AI adoption while balancing innovation, compliance, and operational impact.