Accenture is investing billions of dollars in AI capabilities and employee training and development, with CEO Julie Sweet seeing those as pivotal challenges for every enterprise company. Why is Gen AI “the new digital,” and how can other companies prepare for these changes?
Join Dr. Lori Esposito Murray and guest Julie Sweet to find out how Accenture lives through its values and purpose, why Gen AI will touch every part of the enterprise, and how Accenture ensures every employee is “net better off” in terms of their skills.
(01:30) Leadership Values in Challenging Times
(04:48) The Impact of Gen AI on Business
(06:44) Responsible AI and Risk Management
(08:45) Talent Development and Training
(12:43) Public-Private Collaboration on AI
(15:33) Sustainability and AI
(18:19) Accenture's Commitment to Giving Back
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