Every organization today is exploring generative AI to drive value and push their business forward. But a common pitfall is that AI strategies often don’t align with business objectives, leading companies to chase flashy tools rather than focusing on what truly matters. How can you avoid these traps and ensure your AI efforts are not only innovative but also aligned with real business value?  Leon Gordon, is a leader in data analytics and AI. A current Microsoft Data Platform MVP based in the UK, founder of Onyx Data. During the last decade, he has helped organizations improve their business performance, use data more intelligently, and understand the implications of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data. Leon is an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, a Thought Leader in Data Science for the Global AI Hub, chair for the Microsoft Power BI – UK community group and the DataDNA data visualization community as well as an international speaker and advisor. In the episode, Adel and Leon explore aligning AI with business strategy, building AI use-cases, enterprise AI-agents, AI and data governance, data-driven decision making, key skills for cross-functional teams, AI for automation and augmentation, privacy and AI and much more.  Links Mentioned in the Show: Onyx DataConnect with LeonLeon’s Linkedin Course - How to Build and Execute a Successful Data StrategySkill Track: AI Business FundamentalsRelated Episode: Generative AI in the Enterprise with Steve Holden, Senior Vice President and Head of Single-Family Analytics at Fannie MaeRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition New to DataCamp? Learn on the go using the DataCamp mobile appEmpower your business with world-class data and AI skills with DataCamp for business

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Join our Microsoft Fabric - UK User Group for our webinar in association with Onyx Data (https://onyxdata.co.uk).

This session we are excited to announce our host Microsoft MVP Leon Gordon and co-host Microsoft MVP Pragati Jain will be introducing Steve Campbell.

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Microsoft Community - https://community.powerbi.com/t5/Power-BI-UK-User-Group/gh-p/pbi_UK_usergroup LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8909321/ MeetUp - https://www.meetup.com/microsoft-power-bi-uk/

Session Abstract -

Are you curious about Microsoft Fabric but find the technical jargon overwhelming? Join us for a session that breaks down Microsoft Fabric in a way that requires no prior coding knowledge or tech-savvy background.

This session will use simple language, relatable examples, and visual aids to explain the core concepts behind Microsoft Fabric. We'll cover concepts of OneLake, the foundation of Fabric. It will explain data lakes, delta, and parquet. All without delving into intricate technical details, covering terminology at an introductory level so you won’t get left behind

Whether you're a business professional seeking to make informed decisions about adopting Microsoft Fabric, a developer curious about the evolving tech landscape, or simply someone interested in demystifying complex technology, this session is tailored for you. Prepare to gain valuable insights that will demystify Microsoft Fabric and leave you feeling confident in your grasp of this transformative technology.

Biography

I’m Steve Campbell.

For my job, I run Sunny BI, a Microsoft data training and consulting firm focused on analytics and reporting.

Outside of this, I love to blog on PowerBI.tips, present at conferences and webinars, and co-run the Brew City Power Platform user group. It’s a fantastic community and I recommend being a part of it!

Social Media / Website Links

https://www.sunnybitraining.com/