In this episode of Edge of Excellence, Jess DeForge and Bryon Beilman sit down with Brian St. Marie, Principal Consultant and vCIO at iuvo, to unpack how organizations can start using AI in a way that’s practical, secure, and actually valuable.
They discuss:
- Why “just waiting” on AI is a risk
- How to start small with AI pilots instead of massive investments
- The importance of data hygiene and AI use policies
- How shadow AI creates security and compliance risks
- Why the best AI ROI often comes from back-office workflows
- How internal champions and company culture impact AI success
This episode is for leaders and teams who want clarity on how to approach AI.
Key Takeaways
- Your employees are likely already using AI
- Start with everyday use cases to build comfort and momentum
- Poor data hygiene can derail AI efforts
- AI governance and policies protect your business
- Iterative pilots outperform large-scale AI projects
- Culture and internal champions are critical
- AI can dramatically accelerate productivity and employee satisfaction
