Ahsaas Bajaj, Machine Learning Tech Lead, Applied AI, outlines a more pragmatic approach to enterprise AI adoption, where organisations reassess when AI is truly needed and when simpler solutions may be more effective.

Joe Cano, SVP Digital at Lowe’s, outlines why AI alone won’t fix broken data or processes, and why alignment, adoption and strong foundations are critical for success. With agent‑driven applications emerging, organisations that focus on the right use cases and cultural readiness will be best positioned to deliver long‑term value.

Sydney Klein, Global CISO and Head of Enterprise IT at Bristol Myers Squibb, outlines how structured training, embedded champions and adoption scorecards are helping turn AI access into enterprise‑wide impact, supporting faster innovation in medicine development and delivery.

Arsalan Khan, Chief Security Officer at Graphiant, highlights why AI is not an instant fix, with success requiring iteration, patience and hands‑on learning. Organisations that focus on getting started and building experience are best positioned to unlock long‑term value.

Jodie Wallis, Global Chief AI Officer at Manulife, highlights how scaling AI requires broad access, continuous learning and process redesign, with value measured across cost efficiency, revenue growth, risk reduction and productivity.

Heiko Petersen, Chief Transformation Officer and Executive Board Member at Bayer, shares how empowered teams, strong data foundations and aligned operating models are helping translate early AI gains into scalable enterprise value.