I’m speaking at Future Decoded, at the same event as Professor Brian Cox, Sir Nigel Shadbolt (Co-founder & Chairman, ODI Open Data Institute), Or Arbel, (CEO, Yo), Michael Taylor (IT Director, Lotus F1 Team), Kenji Takeda, Microsoft Research, and my good friends Chris Webb and James Rowland-Jones
To Register, here’s the link http://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/about/future-decoded-techday
Microsoft Power BI is facing increased phishing attacks that exploit its legitimate report subscription feature, allowing scammers to send malicious emails from trusted domains. Organisations need to recognise that Business Intelligence tools have functionality that could be used for good or bad. Governance means understanding the features, and using controls that recognise the fine line between business intelligence and cybersecurity.
Microsoft’s latest earnings call indicates a strategic shift towards prioritizing high-margin AI software over infrastructure. With 15 million Copilot users, the focus is on transforming enterprise value through active user engagement rather than mere license purchases. The emphasis on intelligence signals the future direction for organizations investing in AI.
The rise of artificial intelligence brings excitement, yet many organizations fall into the “AI Pilot Trap,” where initiatives fail to yield real value. Statistics show 95% of AI tools never reach production and 72% destroy value. To escape this trap, organizations should focus on governance, back-office ROI, and strategic partnerships.