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Sidestepping AI’s Pitfalls: The Unforeseen Implementation Risks

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6 months ago

July 8, 2024

The genie is out of the bottle, with AI poised to grant the wishes of every competitive enterprise with efficiency, profit, and growth. However, relying on the promises of nascent technology heedless of its potential pitfalls can undermine its eagerly anticipated benefits. Companies risk mismanaging massive amounts of data without defining and aligning tangible business goals with clear objectives. Rich Fennessy, CEO of Trace3, encourages businesses to develop robust data management strategies that support the successful integration of AI and other emerging technologies to avoid stagnation, increased cybersecurity threats, and missed financial opportunities.

IRVINE, Calif., July 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — It’s becoming less a matter of “if” or “when” companies will incorporate AI tools into their business model, but rather “how” they will integrate its advantages into their daily operations. According to research conducted by Exploding Topics, 77% of companies are currently using or exploring the applications of AI in their businesses, with 83% reporting that AI is a top priority in their future plans. Nine out of ten organizations believe AI offers a competitive advantage. (1) However, despite all the optimism surrounding its limitless possibilities, 70% to 80% of all AI projects fail. (2) Rich Fennessy, CEO of Trace3, advises, “To mitigate the financial risks associated with the high failure rate of AI projects, companies should adopt a practical and strategic approach. Focus on selecting the right use cases that align closely with business objectives and offer clear, measurable outcomes. Prioritize high-impact, feasible projects that can demonstrate quick wins, thereby building confidence and securing further investment.”

“Maintaining a competitive edge in today’s AI-driven landscape requires a purposeful approach,” emphasized Rich Fennessy, CEO of Trace3. “It’s about aligning technology with business strategy and ensuring AI readiness for success.”

Emerging technologies arrive in tandem with associated risks that are often overlooked. Misalignment with strategic goals can lead to poor ROI and low buy-in and shortcuts in technology infrastructure impede progress and increase costs. The demand for experts and workforce retraining slows adoption, while a lack of expertise among executives can impact decision-making and risk assessment. Treating emerging technology as incremental improvement rather than transformative can limit success. The lightning-fast pace of innovation can outpace risk assessment and regulation, leading to safety and security concerns. Large volumes of data create vulnerabilities that require data governance, secure infrastructure, and compliance measures. (3)

Essential Strategies for Successful Technology Integration
Fennessy offers the following solutions to successfully overcome the inherent risks when implementing emerging technology like AI:

1. Develop Robust Data Management Strategies for AI Integration: Data preparation is essential, as many enterprises struggle with data quality and availability issues. Establish strong data governance with clear policies for quality, security, and privacy. Use data profiling to identify inconsistencies and anomalies. Implement scalable architectures like data lakes or warehouses to store, manage, and organize diverse data types efficiently.
2. Align AI Projects With Business Objectives: Engage both business and technical stakeholders to identify specific AI use cases that align with business objectives and deliver measurable outcomes, using techniques like “art of the possible” workshops to uncover potential ideas. Conduct pilot projects to test and refine these use cases, focusing efforts on high-impact areas and being prepared to pivot if necessary.
3. Mitigate Financial Risks of AI Project Failures: Poor data quality and management are common reasons for AI project failures. Invest in reliable data assessment, cleansing, and validation. Establish strong data governance frameworks to maintain data integrity, security, and compliance. Choose the right platforms for AI deployment, such as cloud solutions offering advanced AI and machine learning tools, pre-built models, and infrastructure, significantly reducing initial setup costs and time.
4. Address Ethical Concerns in AI and Emerging Technologies: Communicate clearly on data usage and AI decision-making processes. Implement oversight mechanisms to prevent misuse and ensure compliance. Adhere to data protection regulations, employ anonymization techniques, and audit AI systems to identify and mitigate bias.
5. Balance Operational Disruptions with Innovation: AI should be implemented as an integral business component, requiring visionary leadership and a culture of testing assumptions to foster technical trust. While explainability is crucial in critical use cases, preparing for future adoption remains essential for evolving technologies.
6. Cybersecurity Measures for Emerging Technologies: Organizations must ensure transparency in data handling, aligning with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other privacy standards while enhancing anonymization and cybersecurity. Mitigating bias involves using diverse datasets, regular audits, and adopting bias detection tools for AI. Establishing ethical AI frameworks and ongoing employee education promotes responsible deployment aligned with organizational values.
7. Ensure Regulatory Compliance in Technology Implementations: Regular risk assessments identify tech vulnerabilities and monitor threats. Solid security systems like the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO/IEC 27001, and CIS Controls ensure comprehensive protection with advanced endpoint security, network segmentation, encryption, and strong access controls. Implementing vulnerability management, incident response plans, and ongoing training to defend against cybersecurity threats are crucial for organizations using third-party services.

Trace3 transforms enterprises through collaborative, strategic consulting, adaptive technology, and convergent solutions that deliver visible and measurable results. Fennessy concludes, “Maintaining a competitive edge in today’s AI-driven competitive landscape requires a purposeful approach. It’s not simply about getting on board with the latest technology, it’s about bending it to align with your strategy and desired business outcomes, while ensuring your AI data readiness supports a roadmap that leads straight to success.”

About Trace3:
Today there is a great deal of noise in the technology industry around AI, but not much practical intelligence is offered. Trace3, based in Irvine, California, delivers over 20 years of expertise in delivering innovation in the form of emerging technology, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to change this – and drive its implementation across enterprises. Their elite engineering and dynamic innovation provide convergent solutions that embrace emerging technology and drive measurable value. Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Trace3 believes that ALL Possibilities Live in AI. For more information, visit http://www.trace3.com.  

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1. Tprestianni. “131 AI Statistics and Trends for 2024.” National University, 1 Mar. 2024, nu.edu/blog/ai-statistics-trends/#:~:text=According%20to%20research%20completed%20by,priority%20in%20their%20business%20plans.
2. Rschmelzer. “Top Reasons Why AI Projects Fail.” Cognilytica, 26 Dec. 2023, cognilytica.com/top-10-reasons-why-ai-projects-fail/#:~:text=The%20Shocking%20Truth%3A%2070%2D80%25%20of%20AI%20Projects%20Fail!,-Despite%20the%20buzz&text=Not%20surprisingly%2C%20there%20are%20a,ways%20to%20navigate%20these%20challenges.
3. “Eight Overlooked Emerging Tech Risks and How to Mitigate Them.” ISACA, isaca.org/resources/news-and-trends/newsletters/atisaca/2024/volume-9/eight-overlooked-emerging-tech-risks-and-how-to-mitigate-them. Accessed 1 July 2024.

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UBHOME Collaborates with Qualcomm to Release the Smart Lawn Mower, Co-Creating a New Era of Smart Life

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4 hours ago

December 28, 2024

The 2025 CES in the United States is about to unveil a brand-new chapter in the future intelligent home gardening

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UBHOME, a sub-brand of UBTECH Robotics, announced an intelligent service robot in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. The Robotic Mower M10 is a revolutionary smart lawn mower announced at the 2025 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in the United States. This product is powered by the Qualcomm® RB1 Robotics Platform, showcases UBHOME’s rich experience in robot research and development, and focuses on solving the pain points of traditional lawn-mowing equipment, providing users with a worry-free and labor-saving smart gardening experience, and creates a new model of gardening intelligence.

User-Oriented: The All-New Convenience Brought by the Smart Lawn Mower to Life

The Robotic Mower M10 is not only a high performance tool but also an upgrade of the smart lifestyle. In response to the pain points of users when using traditional lawn-mowing equipment, this product offers a series of practical functions, bringing brand-new convenience to home gardening:

Wireless and Borderless Mowing: There is no need for cumbersome boundary wire installation anymore. The device relies on accurate environmental perception and navigation technology to independently plan the work area, allowing users to use it right out of the box, saving installation time and energy.

Automatic Mowing, Saving Time and Effort: The device can automatically complete the lawn mowing work according to the preset schedule or real-time instructions, enabling users to manage the lawn care through delegation to the mower.

Wide Coverage and Stable Signal: It supports a large-scale signal connection of up to 130,000 square meters. Even for extremely large courtyards, stable operation can be ensured, and there is no need to worry about signal loss.

Real-time Online, in-control Anytime: Through APP remote control and real-time monitoring, users can adjust the mowing plan or check the device status at any time, managing the courtyard work as they like.

The combination of these functions not only greatly simplifies the complexity of mowing work but also liberates users from repetitive physical labor, allowing them to focus on enjoying the wonderful moments of life.

UBHOME: In-depth Layout in Smart Home

UBHOME is a brand under UBTECH Robotics that focuses on providing smart solutions for families. As a world-leading robot enterprise, UBTECH, with its strong R&D strength and technological accumulation, has successfully launched Walker, China’s first commercial bipedal human-sized humanoid robot. The launch of the Robotic Mower M10 by UBHOME this time is an important step in its layout in the smart home field.

Relying on UBTECH’s technological accumulation in robots and its in-depth understanding of user needs, the Robotic Mower M10 achieves the best mowing effect through environmental recognition and dynamic adjustment. Whether it is complex terrain, steep slopes, or high requirements for fine mowing, it can perform perfectly, demonstrating its excellent technical capabilities and brand commitment.

As a global leader in wireless technology and edge intelligence, Qualcomm Technologies provides cutting-edge technical support for the Robotic Mower M10, including intelligent edge computing platforms, dynamic path planning, and environmental perception technologies. These technologies ensure that the device can operate efficiently in various environments, providing users with a precise and efficient smart experience. The Robotic Mower M10 utilizes the Qualcomm RB1 Robotics Platform to ensure the superior operation of the Robotic Mower M10 in large-scale courtyards, laying a solid foundation for realizing smart life.

Industry Significance and Trend: Promoting the Development of Gardening Intelligence

With the continuous increase in the demand for home intelligence, the market for smart gardening equipment is in a period of rapid development. As a typical representative of this trend, the smart lawn mower not only meets consumers’ pursuit of a convenient lifestyle but also provides a direction for the transformation of the gardening industry from tool manufacturing to smart services.

The product released by UBHOME not only fills the gap in the high-performance lawn-mowing equipment market but also sets a new industry benchmark. Through the multiple advantages of wireless, real-time connection, and fully automated operation, it endows home gardening with new value, making users no longer regard mowing as a burden but feel the convenience and fun brought by technology.

Innovation Hand in Hand, Co-creating Smart Life

The collaboration between UBHOME and Qualcomm Technologies showcases a strong collaboration of technology and innovation. Both parties are committed to bringing more convenient and efficient life experiences to consumers through technological innovation.

At the 2025 CES, UBHOME and Qualcomm Technologies will showcase the innovative functions and application scenarios of this Robotic Mower M10.

About UBHOME

UBHOME is a brand under UBTECH Robotics, focusing on providing smart solutions for families. UBTECH is a world-leading robot enterprise dedicated to the research and development and application of artificial intelligence and robot technology and has successfully served more than 900 enterprise-level customers in more than 50 countries around the world.

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Global Launch of JETOUR T2 i-DM: Reshaping the Hybrid SUV Market

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4 hours ago

December 28, 2024

DOHA, Qatar, Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On December 25, 2024, the First JETOUR Fan’s Festival and the Launch of T2 i-DM was held in Qatar, themed “Think Future”. During the event, JETOUR launched its user brand “Traveler” in the Middle East and its first hybrid model, JETOUR T2 i-DM. The launch event highlights JETOUR’s commitment to exploring sustainable travel modes and ambition to become the “The World’s Leading Brand in Hybrid Off-road Vehicles” under the “Travel+” strategy.

JETOUR T2 i-DM not only inherits the strengths of T2 series, but also achieves high energy efficiency, high performance, high safety, and high intelligence with its advanced hybrid technology, i-DM. With a maximum combined power of 280kW and torque of 610N•m, T2 i-DM boasts a NEDC pure electric range of 139km and an overall range exceeding 1,000km at just 0.8L/100km, addressing range anxiety and promoting green travel.

Mr. Dai Lihong, executive vice president of JETOUR Auto, emphasized technology’s role in producing world-class products. The launch also introduced “Traveler”, enriching user experience through diverse products and superior performance. This year, JETOUR has ranked third in sales across the Qatari auto market. The Fan’s Festival invited user representatives from across the Middle East to witness the unveiling of “Traveler”, experiencing “Travel+” culture through city tours and co-creation workshops.

JETOUR prioritizes users, listening to their needs and co-creating products, brand, and lifestyle. Through “Traveler,” JETOUR aims to provide richer travel experiences and benefits globally, leveraging the platform to spread the “Travel+” culture worldwide. Mr. Alex Tan, Vice President of JETOUR International, said, “Serving ‘JETOUR users’ and being ‘a user-oriented JETOUR’ are JETOUR’s development philosophy. JETOUR will continue to build a travel community centered around users, cars, and lifestyles, sharing the joy of traveling together with users.”

JETOUR also partnered with Diamond League to promote athletics in Qatar and the Middle East, embodying JETOUR Speed and the brand’s image of breakthroughs and innovations. With T2 selling over 150,000 units globally, T2 i-DM will continue its success to meet customers’ needs and reshape the hybrid SUV market.

The launch of T2 i-DM marks JETOUR’s new journey towards “the World’s Leading Brand in Hybrid Off-road Vehicles.” JETOUR plans to introduce more hybrid and off-road models, providing customers with eco-friendly and diversified travel choices. With its innovative spirit and user-oriented philosophy, JETOUR will lead the global automotive industry towards a more sustainable and smarter future.

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My Date with Rural China—-VOC.com.cn Unveils Season Two of I Am in Rural China

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6 hours ago

December 28, 2024

CHANGSHA, China, Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Modern China’s rural revitalization strategy is crafting a remarkable narrative of transformation across the countryside, while progressive opening-up policies encourage foreign visitors to delve deeper into the nation’s heartland. On December 26th, VOC.com.cn premiered the second season of its acclaimed series, I Am in Rural China. The show follows Teona Kvartskhava, an international guest, as she explores the villages of Hunan Province, offering viewers a firsthand look at the dynamic implementation of comprehensive rural revitalization. This captivating series invites a global audience to witness the dawn of a new era in China’s rural landscapes, showcasing the country’s evolving countryside to viewers worldwide.

Rice field came as the first surprise. Hunan is the largest rice grower and producer in China. Hunan provides the high-quality and tasty rice. Teona Kvartskhava, a foreigner hardly feeding on rice, was tempted to have plenty of it. In Qunle Village, Lixian County, Changde, she also experienced “Double Rush”, which is a time-honored agricultural event in China. An event that used to call for the joint efforts of all family members, has now become much easier thanks to technology.

Departing from Lixian County for the moment, Teona Kvartskhava embarked on an exciting trip of tastes in Rucheng, Chenzhou, Southern Hunan. Hunan people are keen and expert on peppery food and spicy taste dominates the Hunan cuisine. Hunan is also rich in varieties of peppers. Jingpo town, a well-known town where spicy food prevails. It is a producer of red cluster pepper, officially one of the hottest peppers in China. From the crowded market, to the red and yellow pepper planting base, and then to the modern processing pepper workshop, the small cluster pepper strung up all corners of the town, so that the original ordinary mountain town has become extraordinarily lively and affluent.

Of course, the “star” of the countryside here is not only agriculture, but also culture, which has also blossomed in this ancient land. As the birthplace of papermaking, China has preserved a unique handmade papermaking technique, which is used to make some “special” papers. In Shanghong Village, Liuyang, Teona Kvartskhava was lucky to meet two Chinese masters, who showed her hands-on experiences of “Gushan Tribute Paper” and “Floral Paper”. As the process progresses, the paper took shape in her hands, as if history and culture were meeting in front of her eyes, and became the “first paper” in Teona Kvartskhava’s life.

So，What’s rural China like? It’s about hospitable peasants, about various agricultural produce, about profound history and culture, about colorful intangible cultural heritage. It’s like a book telling numerous absorbing stories. Hopefully Teona Kvartskhava’ll be luckier to visit more villages for their unique interest and charm.

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