Thursday 5 December - Day Two

08:15
Registration and welcome coffee
08:50
Opening remarks from the Chair

Mira Bradshaw
Head of Data Governance
Skycity

Using AI to make data more accurate, valuable & safe
09:00
Harnessing the power of generative AI and analytics to improve the usefulness of your organisation's data
  • Leveraging generative AI to simulate and model complex data scenarios and improve forecast accuracy
  • Using generative AI to clean, organise, and structure raw data to accelerate the preparation phase and enhance the overall efficiency of your analytics pipeline
  • Identifying patterns and trends in large datasets to enable deeper insights
09:30
Organising data effectively & improving its quality through process automation
  • What you need to know before going down this path: assessing whether your data can be massaged into formats that will produce worthwhile results
  • Automating data processes to ensure tasks are performed consistently to reduce errors and improve information reliability
  • Implementing regular data quality audits to identify any emerging data quality issues

Kari Jones
Chief Data Officer
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand 

Managing executive expectations
10:00
PANEL DISCUSSION: How can we give executives a balanced understanding of generative AI’s capabilities and limitations?
  • How can AI professionals effectively communicate the limitations and potential inaccuracies of generative AI models to executive teams to ensure a balanced understanding of both capabilities and risks?
  • What can IT departments do to establish protocols and best practice for managing executive expectations regarding the reliability and accuracy of generative AI output?
  • How can organisations create a culture of continuous learning and adaptation to address the evolving nature of generative AI technology and its impact on decision-making at the executive level?

Panellists:

James Bergin
Executive General Manager – Technology Research & Advocacy
Xero

Maria Mingallon
Knowledge & Information Manager - Data and AI
Mott MacDonald

Mpatisi Moyo
Head of AI
WayBeyond

Jo Hilson
Chief Technology Officer
Tourism Holdings Limited

10:50
Morning Tea and Networking
11:20
Live Fireside Chat: AI startups and the future of generative AI in work

Join us for a live fireside chat to discover the latest innovations, insights, and success stories straight from startup founders and key players in the AI industry.  Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from the pioneers shaping the future of AI and technology.

Special Guest:

Jonathan Good
Chief Executive Officer
Scentian

Generative AI use cases: improving business operations & outcomes
12:00
Using AI, chatbots & virtual assistants to benefit customers, gather data & minimise costs
  • Learning from a history of false starts
  • Harnessing knowledge bases for robust chatbot design
  • What to expect from next-gen chatbots

Dr Vikash Kumar
Manager – Advanced Analytics & Modelling
NZ Transport Agency

12:30
Lunch and Networking
13:30
Using improved data quality to transform business processes with generative AI
  • Automating routine tasks using generative models for increased operational efficiency
  • Analysing vast data sets through AI-driven insights for better decision-making
  • Generating predictive analytics with advanced algorithms for improved strategic planning

Delia Rusu
Chapter Lead – Data Science
The Warehouse Group

14:00
Generative AI Showcase

The generative AI showcase features rapid-fire 10-minute sessions where AI experts and solutions providers will present emerging technologies that offer a glimpse into the future of AI.

These showcases are reserved for subject matter experts. If you wish to sponsor one of these sessions, please contact Milad Etemadi on milade@questevents.com.au

14:30
Deploying generative AI to improve decision making and identify new business opportunities
  • Leveraging generative AI to transform data into actionable insights to improve strategic decision-making outcomes?
  • Enhancing risk management and compliance within organisations to protect against potential challenges in its implementation?
  • Spotlighting the role generative AI could play in predicting market trends to identify new growth opportunities?

Mira Bradshaw
Head of Data Governance
Skycity

15:00
Afternoon Tea and Networking
15:30
Using generative AI to improve project, product & program launches
  • Automating complex tasks with generative AI to reduce deployment time and enable faster product releases
  • Optimising resource allocation through AI analysis to ensure efficient use of computing resources
  • Using generative AI to continuously monitor system performance to detect anomalies in real-time, allowing immediate response to potential issues

Ravi Chandra
Chief Product & Technology Officer
Dexibit

16:00
Transforming employee capabilities & opportunities through AI upskilling and training
  • Implementing generative AI-driven training programs to personalise employee learning experiences and ensure they are equipped with the right competencies to thrive in the new normal
  • Helping employees build confident generative AI skills to drive business growth and innovation
  • Integrating generative AI into daily workflows to automate routine tasks and provide informative employee insights

Melanie Hawkins
Learning & Development Manager
Delegat

16:30
Closing remarks from the Chair & end of Generative AI Summit 2024 NZ