Why AI projects fail, and how developers can help them succeed
Briefly

The article discusses the common failings of AI and machine learning initiatives in enterprises, attributing their failures to unclear objectives, insufficient data readiness, and inadequate expertise. It argues that not all business challenges require AI solutions; often, simpler methods like traditional analytics could suffice. The emphasis is on the necessity for clarity when defining the problem and determining if AI is truly the optimal solution. It encourages teams to evaluate whether simple heuristics or established models can address their needs without diving into AI unnecessarily.
"Everyone's doing it, but no one knows why." This insight underscores the disconnect between enthusiastic AI adoption and a lack of clear objectives in many projects.
"Not every problem needs AI" emphasizes the importance of identifying whether a task truly benefits from machine learning or if simpler solutions are adequate.
"There is a very small subset of business problems that are best solved by machine learning; most of them just need good data and an understanding of what it means." This highlights key considerations when applying AI.
"The best strategy is clarity and simplicity...What problem are we actually trying to solve, and is AI the best way to solve it?" This stresses the need for focus before implementation.
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