The article discusses the issue of hype-driven CEOs prioritizing superficial innovation over essential matters like digital accessibility and real problem-solving.
It highlights the misalignment of priorities and the tendency for companies to chase the latest tech trends without addressing actual user needs.
Companies often implement AI without clear objectives, leading to disappointing outcomes and failed user experiences.
Common pitfalls of AI implementations include inconsistent tone, biases in data, high token costs, and a lack of user-centric planning.
The article emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and strategic approach in AI projects, rather than blindly following trends.
Examples from Netflix, Spotify, and healthcare showcase that AI adds real value when built on strong data foundations and clear objectives.
Poorly implemented AI, like chatbots and recommendation algorithms, can negatively impact user experience and erode trust in AI technologies.
The article cautions against overly relying on AI models like GPT without considering better alternatives, infrastructure investment, and technical feasibility.
It suggests exploring specialized vs. general-purpose models, rule-based systems vs. AI-driven learning, and the role of embeddings for better AI integration.
The article includes examples of rule-based chatbots, Machine Learning-powered chatbots for semantic search, and a Deep Learning model for handwritten digit recognition.