A primer for CIOs needing 'deep learning' on the benefits on emerging tech

In discussions I've had with CIOs via my weekly #CIOChat sessions this year, the top 5 priorities are: And while there are differing opinions regarding the ownership of the analytics function, one thing is clear: CIOs need a better understanding regarding the potential for analytics and what is required to get data into a shape for their organization's data scientists. CIOs also need very clear mutual direction established with business leaders – in other words, what questions should be answered with data? Against this backdrop, "AI, Analytics, and New Machine Age" – published by Harvard Business Review earlier this month – is a timely, relevant compendium of HBR articles. The authors' insights should have value for CIOs and business people trying to use analytics in the running their businesses. Davenport contrasts the results obtained from large AI projects versus Robotic Process Automation (RPA).