60 VIEWPOINT From insight to action ERROL RODERICKS AND PETER HUMBLE: DENODO AND MICROSOFT Microsoft and Denodo are working together to ensure organisations get the most out of their AI transformation by focusing on the key element: data Generative AI is currently redefining how businesses work, but it’s just one facet of the broader AI opportunity. The organisations that focus solely on generative AI risk missing out on the wider transformation potential that AI offers. True business value comes from integrating generative AI with predictive analytics, realtime decision-making and autonomous systems, all powered by governed, real-time data. AI is only as powerful as the data that fuels it and for tools to drive real productivity, organisations need data that is not only complete and current but also trusted and instantly accessible. This is where the partnership between Microsoft and Denodo comes into play. Microsoft Copilot offers a powerful and intuitive way to interact with data, while Denodo provides businesses with a data layer that connects and activates information across cloud, on-premises and hybrid environments without the need for data movement, so that users can get more out of their Copilot experience. Microsoft’s belief is that AI should be woven into the tools people already use to transform everyday actions into intelligent outcomes. For instance, Microsoft 365 Copilot turns familiar applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Teams into intelligent assistants. Many organisations are now taking this one step further and realising that Copilot is so much more than just a productivity assistant. The tool is a gateway to an entire armoury of AI capabilities powered by the Microsoft Cloud. Behind the scenes lies a formidable infrastructure made up of Azure OpenAI, Azure Machine Learning, Azure AI Foundry, Cognitive Services, Microsoft Fabric and more. However, these capabilities can only be fully realised when there is access to highquality data. Denodo’s mission is to support this by enabling real-time, secure access to distributed data across cloud and on-premises environments, helping organisations to maximise the value of their Microsoft investments. The aim is to eliminate the data bottleneck and put insights into the hands of those who drive the business. Instead of spending months integrating sources or duplicating data sets, Denodo’s Logical Data Management platform gives Copilot the context and continuity it needs from day one. Success has to start somewhere and for the AI implementation process it comes down to having a smooth transition from proof-ofconcept to production. The most successful AI initiatives start with a clearly defined business use case. Whether its improving customer retention, reducing risk Photos: Denodo
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