Faster and optimal decision making is a competitive differentiator. But silo data, silo decisions and silo mentality are not cutting it in today's global and highly interconnected business ecosystems. A more networked approach is required, bringing together technologies such as optimization, graph analytics and AI. This session will provide practical guidance to bring your decision intelligence to the next level.

This session will provide a high-level introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) and its practical impact on the organization. It will include key definitions, major trends, organizational and governance issues, and an overview of AI techniques. How to pragmatically introduce AI techniques in the organization to solve complex business problems? What are the steps to take (and to avoid) while implementing AI techniques? What are the AI best practices of organizations that are applying AI strategically?

Top tech companies have utilized the power of graphs to power everything from fraud detection systems to recommendation engines and are now finding their way into use cases across industries. This session will introduce the concept of graph analytics and the algorithms used for finding hidden insights in your data that enhance decision making by making context king.