Is AI a Super Hero or a Villain in the Climate Crisis?
As we harness the power of AI for sustainability what of its own carbon footprint?
Latest
AI in Insurance Podcast with Danny Major of OpenDialog AI
How AI is going to transform business? How Insurance companies can benefit? Sarah Burnett on the OpenDialog AI podcast recorded in June 25.
Revolutionize Operations with AI: Building the Autonomous Enterprise of Tomorrow - Webinar on March 13
Sarah Burnett will be discussing AI-led business change with the tech visionary Anthony Abdulla of Pega Systems on March 13. She will be sharing some of the ideas that she discussed in her book "AI in Business - Towards the Autonomous Enterprise".
The panel on The ESG Show to discuss if AI is really the answer to ESG and ESG reporting
Sarah Burnett recently joined Michael Baxter, the host of the ESG show, as a panelist to discuss the role of AI in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and ESG reporting.
AI in Business - Towards the Autonomous Enterprise
This fully updated edition includes additional sections on generative AI and agentic AI. It is the decision-makers' guide to applications of AI in business.
A Blueprint for the Future: Automated Workflow Design
In my book, "The Autonomous Enterprise – Powered by AI," I provide many examples of enterprise automation. Here I discuss another type; automation of app workflow design.
Sarah on BBC News
Sarah's expertise as an AI advocate was showcased on various BBC local radio stations, where she gave a series of insightful interviews on the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence.
BOT NIRVANA podcast
Sarah was recently interviewed by Nandan Mullakara about intelligent automation, the differences between process-, task-, and productivity mining, and the future of the technologies in the age of generative AI. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Consultancy, Research and Thought Leadership
Sarah advises clients on intelligent automation technology adoption and best practice for implementation. She works with intelligent automation technology vendors on product features and go-to-market strategies. She conducts industry research, and produces thought-leadership papers, and guides. The latest example is 'CMR+ Explored', a guide to Antworks IDP solution.
What to automate in the Autonomous Enterprise?
It’s coming up to a year since my book, “The Autonomous Enterprise – Powered by AI”, was published. In the run up to the anniversary I’ll be posting about enterprise automation use-cases and how easy or difficult they would be.
It's time to think "Adaptive Processes"
So you automated a few of your business processes but where do you go from here? In my book "The Autonomous Enterprise [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Autonomous-Enterprise-Powered-AI/dp/1780175825]" I introduced the concept of adaptive processes. I explore the topic more in this article for Techopian: Adaptive
WiTT - An Evening with Sarah Burnett, author of The Autonomous Enterprise
Sarah presented the key findings from her book at the invitation of Women in Telecom and Technology - WiTT. The event was hosted by Baker McKinzie in London. Watch the recording here.
In the news
Interview with Tech Monitor
In this intreview with Pete Swabey of Tech Monitor, I discusse intelligent automation in financial services, and some of its benefits and governance: https://bit.ly/3L8GSe0 [https://t.co/IFyWdhkTRS]
Past events
Panel at the Future of IT Leadership Forum
Sarah Burnett joined the panel to discuss sustainability at the Future of IT Leadership forum on March 9 2022.
Books
Books by BCS Women
"There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island." said Walt Disney. Check out these books by BCS Women.
Books
The Autonomous Enterprise - Powered by AI, a practical guide to how applications of AI can boost innovation and transform business processes
The book explores the path towards enterprise autonomy, a journey that has already started by many corporations. It takes a deep dive into the role of AI in enabling it, provides case studies, discusses best practice and covers the importance of embedding ethics in every step.
Books
Journey to the Autonomous Enterprise - The Gem of all Mechanisms Podcast
60% ROI, reductions in churn, creativity boosts for the workforce... Sarah Burnett talks about the autonomous enterprise, how to start the journey to get there and why job losses won't be a problem.
Books
Sarah Burnett FBCS in conversation with Johanna Hamilton AMBCS about AI in the enterprise
Sarah Burnett FBCS shares her industry knowledge and insight in a new book entitled The Autonomous Enterprise - Powered by AI. She talks to Johanna Hamilton AMBCS about innovation, automation and how to normalise AI for the next generation.
Public speaking
Expert interviews: Sarah Burnett in conversation with Dr. Marcell Vollmer
Procurement professionals are facing many supply chain challenges in the pandemic compounded by natural disasters and incidents such as the ship Ever Given getting stuck in the Suez Canal. In this recording for KYP.ai, I asked Dr Marcell Vollmer [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcellvollmer/], a procurement transformation expert
Blog
The Intersection of AI and RPA: Understanding the Ethical Implications of the New Digital Crossroads "
Have you assessed your AI risk? You might be surprised to discover the scope of your own vulnerability. Learn how ethics and best practices can prevent your RPA from propagating the wrong AI. I discuss these importnat aspects of AI and intelligent automation in this podcast hosted by CX Pulse.
Public speaking
Analyst panel at the GSA Symposium on November 23
GSA Symposium: The Analysts Panel
Public speaking
She Talks Tech Podcast: The art of possible with AI in business and how to get into the Industry
My new pocast hosted by WeAreTechWomen She Talks Tech
Blog
Going environmental with your business efficiency measures
Business efficiency is a big priority for organisations and there is a clear link between it and environmental benefits. Why not join the two to drive green outcomes as well as business ones? In this blog, posted on KYP.ai, I put the case for using a data driven approach
Public speaking
How to start a career in AI
Panel on how to start a career in AI - free to register - hosted by BCS