Practical AI Use Cases for Businesses | Episode #0003
- 2025-03-28
- Posted by: Brad Groux
- Category: Podcast
Welcome to this week’s edition of Start Small, Think Big, your guide to practical AI, automation, and business growth insights. New episodes are released every Friday across all major podcast platforms (direct links below), with video available on Spotify and YouTube — follow along to empower your AI journey!
In Episode 0003, we’re cutting through the buzz to explore real-world, practical AI use cases across industries such as construction management, manufacturing, and more. Our hosts Brad Groux, Carrie (Eggleston) Hundley, and Robert Groux highlight critical considerations in data privacy, security, and governance, while sharing actionable insights from the recent Microsoft AI Tour. Discover how starting small, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and focusing on practical implementations can lead to meaningful results and help democratize technology.Ready to unlock AI’s potential for your business? Let’s dive in!
Start Small, Think Big: Episode 0003 – Show Notes
Summary
In this episode of the Start Small Think Big podcast, the hosts discuss practical AI use cases in business, emphasizing the importance of data privacy, security, and foundational steps for implementing AI solutions. They share insights from the Microsoft AI Tour, explore automation in various industries, and highlight the significance of cross-departmental collaboration. The conversation also touches on governance and security in AI, encouraging listeners to start small and scale their AI initiatives effectively.
Takeaways
- AI is a buzzword, but practical use cases are essential.
- Data privacy and security are critical concerns in AI.
- Microsoft’s Copilot can significantly boost productivity.
- Starting small with AI can lead to larger implementations.
- Automation can save significant time in business processes.
- Effective data collection is crucial for AI success.
- AI can enhance safety measures in manufacturing.
- Cross-departmental collaboration is vital for AI projects.
- Governance should not hinder AI implementation.
- Democratizing technology allows smaller businesses to compete.
- Titles Unlocking Practical AI Use Cases Navigating Data Privacy in AI
Sound Bites
- “AI is everywhere, but how do we use it?”
- “Start small, measure, and scale it.”
- “Democratizing technology is our goal.”
Resources
- Microsoft AI Tour (Free Events)
- Cooking up a great prompt: Getting the most from Copilot
- Getting the most from the Copilot Prompt Gallery
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Practical AI Use Cases
02:34 Data Privacy and Security Concerns
05:35 Microsoft AI Tour Insights
08:29 Understanding Agentic AI
11:22 Practical AI Implementations for Business
13:55 Real-World AI Use Case in Construction Management
20:52 The Importance of Accurate Data Collection
22:13 Automation and AI in Data Management
24:55 Streamlining Data Entry with AI Agents
26:11 Calculating ROI in Project Management
27:25 Identifying Pain Points in Technology Adoption
30:14 Cross-Departmental Collaboration for Effective Solutions
32:28 AI Applications in Health and Safety
36:09 Vision Learning in Manufacturing Processes
38:33 Proactive Safety Measures with AI
41:44 Understanding AI Model Training Costs
44:48 Governance and Security in AI Implementation
46:52 Building an MVP for AI Solutions
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