Digital Skills & AI Blended Job Series - Bendigo

Governments around the world are trying to surf a wave of new generative AI technologies - but it is a fast-moving tsunami and very difficult to catch. Will you be driven by FOMO (fear of missing out) or the race for competitive advantage? How do you start experimenting with generative AI, and what do you need to consider?

Governments need a systemic and adaptive approach to AI strategy; being able to pivot as the technologies develop and the use-cases emerge. One that focuses on developing capabilities as it innovates. One that draws on the tools and practices that have already been proven through decades of tech-enabled transformation. This workshop is the perfect place for you to start your AI adoption journey.

AI introduction overview

• Duration: 2.5 hours, including 45 minutes for group activity and discussion.
• Style: Informative, interactive, great conversations, great content, not too heavy.

What you will learn

• The latest developments in AI and how they can benefit your organisation - what it is, what it isn't, facts and myths, benefits and risks.
• How to identify areas where AI can be used to improve your business.
• How you might use generative AI tools to come up with new ideas.

What you will do

• Participate in interactive exercises and discussions.
• Reflect on your organisation's data and AI maturity.
• Identify areas where AI can be used to improve your organisation.
• Use generative AI tools to come up with new ideas.

Outcomes

• You will have a better understanding of the benefits and risks associated with AI and how you might adopt it in your organisation / department.
• You will be inspired to start experimenting with AI and seeing how it can benefit your work and your services to citizens.

Facilitator

Andy Nolan

Director Emerging Technology

Thoughtworks

Andy has a track record of innovation in computer vision, AI, robotics and embedded systems in retail, medical technology, and agricultural technology. Andy is our Emerging Tech practice leader, entrepreneur, and futurist. He is currently exploring the role of AI and Generative AI adoption across the Asia Pacific region.

Facilitator

Lilly Ryan

Head of InfoSec

Thoughtworks

Lilly provides security assurance and advice to Thoughtworks delivery teams with a focus on secure development practices, threat modelling, and the attacker mindset. Her strongest expertise and main interest are in offensive security testing. Lilly is also a technology commentator on 3RRR's Byte into IT, one of the regular hosts of the OWASP DevSlop show, and serves on the board of Digital Rights Watch Australia.

Thank you to our sponsor

The Digital Skills and AI Blended Job Series is sponsored by the Victorian Government as part of the Digital Innovation Futures initiative.

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