Episode 001: From Automation Alliance to ADAverse: The Evolution of Automation, Data & AI

About this episode

In this inaugural episode, Shaun Leisegang interviews Pieter DeGunst about the evolution of automation, data, and AI leading to the creation of ADAverse.

In this inaugural episode, host Shaun Leisegang sits down with Pieter DeGunst , Managing Director of Tecala , to explore the journey from rapidMATION and the Automation Alliance to the birth of ADAverse. Join us as we discuss: 🔹 The evolution of automation and AI in business 🔹 Why data is the fuel that powers AI 🔹 The critical role of automation, data, and AI in modern organisations 🔹 How ADAverse is building a community for thought leaders and innovators Plus, Pieter steps into the Hot Seat for rapid-fire questions, sharing insights on his bucket list, favourite books, and what excites him most about the future of AI. If you're navigating the ever-changing landscape of AI-powered business transformation, this is the podcast for you! 👉 Join the ADAverse community today: ADAverse.com.au 🎧 Subscribe & listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

People in this episode

Host: Shaun Leisegang

Guest: Pieter DeGunst

Topics covered

• automation
• data
• AI
• business transformation

Keywords

• community
• thought leaders
• innovation

Mentioned in this episode

Products: ADAverse, Tecala

Books & works: From Automation Alliance to ADAverse: The Evolution of Automation, Data & AI

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