From AI Pilots to AI-Powered Operations: What Separates Success from Failure?
Everyone is talking about AI, yet most organizations struggle to move beyond pilots and proofs of concept. Why? The answer is rarely the technology itself.
Join Jim, Dani, John, and Dom form a dynamic panel discussion exploring why some organizations successfully scale AI while others remain
► Dom Merlino, Enterprise AI & Workforce Transformation Leader
• Trusted global business advisor and capability advancement, helping organizations bridge talent, technology, and business strategy while establishing governance for AI-enablement. Prior 25+ year tenure at IBM.
► Dani Kaplan, Owner, ERP Expert, SMC Data Systems
• With 40 years in ERP Solutions, Dani specializes in the mid-market.
► John Cosgrove, Co-Founder of Atlantic Handling Systems
• With 40 years of experience, John brings insights into handling equipment services.
► Jim de Vries, CSCP, Exec MBB, CSCP, SCR&R Founder of Enhance International Group
• With 40 years of experience, Jim brings insights into supply chain, process improvement and technology solutions.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
1. Why AI pilots fail to scale.
2. How to assess AI readiness.
3. The role of operations, processes, and data.
4. High-value AI use cases in operations and supply chains.
5. Why governance is critical for sustainable AI.
6. How to scale AI beyond isolated projects.
7. Building an AI ecosystem that drives results
Agenda
1. Why Most AI Initiatives Fail
2. Is Your Business Ready for AI?
3. Where AI Delivers Real Business Value Today
4. Managing the AI Workforce
5. From Point Solutions to Ecosystem Thinking
6. Executive Lightning Round
7. Live Audience Q&A
Successful AI is not about deploying more technology. It is about creating an operational, data, and governance ecosystem that allows AI to continuously deliver measurable business value.
Reserve your seat today and learn how to transform AI investments into AI-powered operations.
Speakers
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Dani Kaplan
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Jim de Vries -
John Cosgrove
