US Environmental Protection Agency CIO Carter Farmer warns about 'shiny-object syndrome' in AI projects, urging teams to define clear use cases and vet data to avoid failures.
Farmer emphasizes that many AI projects lack a genuine need for AI, cautioning against following trends blindly as it can impede progress.
Only one in four AI investments are successful, highlighting the importance of thorough planning and evaluation before implementation.
Farmer stresses the significance of redefining processes and data evaluation in AI projects, advocating for a strategic approach over a simplistic 'lift and shift' mentality.