Lessons from My Visit to Insta360 HQ (1 of 2) (Tech Strategy)

Insta360’s headquarters is in the Qianhai part of Shenzhen. Tencent and competitor DJI are also pretty close by. We visited on a Friday afternoon with a group visiting Shenzhen. And the Insta360 team gave us a great presentation. This article is what I learned from digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson on their digital transformation strategy.

An Update on WeRide from Maeve Zhang (Tech Strategy)

Maeve Zhang, Head of PR and Marketing at WeRide, recently gave a great presentation that details the current status of their autonomous vehicle business and is summarized in this article. This update shows WeRide’s continued focus on Level 4 AD, an aggressive digital transformation strategy that leverages both economies of scope and scale to maximize its learning flywheel. As noted by digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, the firm is demonstrating steady progress across both China and international markets in Europe and the Middle East.

AI Infrastructure Lessons from Our Visit to Huawei (Tech Strategy – Podcast 269)

The article details insights gained from a visit to Huawei, focusing on the substantial physical infrastructure required for AI. It discusses how this shift towards owning the “picks and shovels” represents a major change in tech strategy. Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson uses this examination to inform broader principles of digital transformation strategy.

AI Infrastructure Lessons from Our Visit to Huawei (Tech Strategy – Podcast 269)

The article details insights gained from a visit to Huawei, focusing on the substantial physical infrastructure required for AI. It discusses how this shift towards owning the “picks and shovels” represents a major change in tech strategy. Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson uses this examination to inform broader principles of digital transformation strategy.

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What is the Cost of Maintaining the Correctness of a GenAI Service? (Tech Strategy – Podcast 268)

The biggest cost for a GenAI service is not the initial development but the continuous expense of maintaining its correctness and relevance over time. This ongoing financial commitment for updates, fine-tuning, and human oversight is a pivotal consideration for any digital transformation strategy. According to digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, this operational cost of correctness is the central challenge that will determine the long-term viability and profitability of generative AI services.

What is the Cost of Maintaining the Correctness of a GenAI Service? (Tech Strategy – Podcast 268)

The biggest cost for a GenAI service is not the initial development but the continuous expense of maintaining its correctness and relevance over time. This ongoing financial commitment for updates, fine-tuning, and human oversight is a pivotal consideration for any digital transformation strategy. According to digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, this operational cost of correctness is the central challenge that will determine the long-term viability and profitability of generative AI services.

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Understanding AI Infrastructure Part 4: The Cost of Correctness (Tech Strategy)

The “cost of correctness” is the immense expense required to achieve the high levels of accuracy and reliability demanded for AI applications, a concept central to any modern digital transformation strategy. This cost creates a powerful force of centralization, favoring tech giants who can afford the necessary infrastructure investments. According to digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, understanding this dynamic is essential for navigating the AI-powered future.

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Understanding AI Infrastructure Part 3: GenAI Operating Costs (Tech Strategy)

The operating costs for Generative AI are astronomical, making infrastructure the new primary battleground for tech giants. This fundamental cost structure turns AI infrastructure into the essential foundation for any AI-powered digital transformation strategy. According to digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson, the companies that own and optimize this infrastructure will have a decisive competitive advantage.

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