Webinar Recording:

"Are You AI Future Ready?"

Insights from Gavin Sharkey, Managing Director of Kōwhai AI

Last Thursday morning, we had the pleasure of hosting a fascinating webinar featuring Gavin Sharkey, Managing Director of Kōwhai AI, who delved into the evolving landscape of AI adoption in New Zealand.

Specifically tailored for senior leaders and decision-makers in the Retail, Manufacturing, Logistics, and FMCG sectors, the event attracted an engaged and interactive audience and explored a broad spectrum of topics, including:

  • An overview of AI interest and trends in New Zealand compared to global developments, with case studies of local success.
  • Practical advice for organisations starting their AI journey, overcoming barriers, and ensuring readiness.
  • AI in operations vs customer-racing roles.
  • Considerations for integrating AI with complex systems like SAP and improving master data reliability.
  • How AI is transforming supply chain efficiency, demand forecasting, and stock automation.
  • AI-driven innovations reshaping the retail and FMCG sectors.
  • Predictions for AI’s future and its effects on the workforce, along with common pitfalls and mitigation strategies.
Watch the webinar recording below [56:07] to hear Gavin's insights 👇