Alex and his team are keen on using AI to increase proficiency at Mercedes while being hyperaware of using this new technology in the most responsible way possible. In our conversation, we learn why Mercedes-Benz thought it necessary to have an entire team dedicated to AI, how they assign AI teams to specific departments in the company, and how the output of descriptive analytics has been improved by machine learning.
Mercedes-Benz is a juggernaut in the automobile industry and in recent times, it has been deliberate in advancing the use of AI throughout the organization. Today, we welcome to the show the Executive Manager for AI at Mercedes-Benz, Alex Dogariu. Alex explains his role at the company, he tells us how realistic chatbots need to be, how he and his team measure the accuracy of their AI programs, and why people should be given more access to AI and time to play around with it. Tune in for a breakdown of Alex's principles for the responsible use of AI. Key Points From This Episode:
Tweetables:“ are useful helpers, they’re not replacing humans.” — Alex Dogariu “This technology is so new that we really just have to give people access to it and let them play with it.” — Alex Dogariu “I want to make people aware that AI has not only benefits but also downsides, and we should account for those. And also, that we use AI in a responsible way and manner.” — Alex Dogariu “It’s always a balancing act. It’s the same with certification of AI models — you don’t want to stifle innovation with legislation and laws and compliance rules but, to a certain extent, it’s necessary, it makes sense.” — Alex Dogariu “To all the AI enthusiasts out there, keep going, and let’s make it a better world with this new technology.” — Alex Dogariu
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