"Our AI system handled 10,000 tasks last month!" Sounds impressive. But how many of those tasks would've required a human? What's your cost per task now versus before AI? Avoid getting lost in numbers that don't matter.
Executive commentary on implementing technology, avoiding vendor pitfalls, and protecting your investment—from the field, based on 20+ years delivering results for Fortune 500 companies.
"Our AI system handled 10,000 tasks last month!" Sounds impressive. But how many of those tasks would've required a human? What's your cost per task now versus before AI? Avoid getting lost in numbers that don't matter.
"Should we build an internal AI team or work with vendors?" This is one of the most common questions I get from CEOs and CFOs evaluating AI investments. The answer isn't always "build" or "buy"—it depends on where AI fits in your competitive advantage.
Your AI system works perfectly. Nobody's using it. This is the most common failure mode I see in enterprise AI implementations—and it's never a technology problem. Change management is 70%. What actually works to drive adoption.
Not all AI pilots are created equal. Some test real assumptions and save companies millions. Others are just expensive justifications for decisions already made. In this video, I break down the difference between real pilot programs and "theater pilots".
You're a CEO. You don't have an ML background. Your team just handed you a $750K AI vendor proposal. Here's how to evaluate it without getting sold. CEOs and COOs: What's your process for evaluating enterprise AI investments?
Not every operation is a good fit for AI. I've worked with national companies where predictive ML delivered 40%+ ROI in year one. And I've walked away from deals where the math didn't work. Here's how to know the difference.
"What does a Fractional Chief AI Officer actually do?" I get this question constantly from CFOs and boards. Here's what the first 30 days look like. If you're evaluating fractional executive support vs. full-time hire for AI strategy, let's talk.
I've watched three Fortune 500 companies spend $500K+ on AI implementations that delivered zero ROI. The problem wasn't the technology. It was the buying process. Here's the conversation I now have with every CEO before we start: What's your experience been with enterprise AI investments?
I serve as a trusted partner and technology executive for Fortune 500 and high-growth organizations, helping C-suite leaders translate AI and emerging technology into measurable business outcomes. Every company needs an experienced executive who can identify where AI creates a real competitive advantage.