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EPISODE · Oct 21, 2024 · 24 MIN

AI-Driven Evolution in Supply Chains: Wesco's Automation Journey, Citizen Ambassadors, and Future Innovations

from What's Up with Tech? · host Evan Kirstel

Interested in being a guest? Email us at [email protected] happens when a Fortune 200 company like Wesco decides to harness the power of AI and automation? Join us as Max, a leading figure from Wesco, takes us behind the scenes of their ambitious journey with UiPath towards becoming the go-to partner for suppliers and customers. Max shares insights from his transition from supply chain optimization to spearheading a global Center of Excellence for automation. Discover how Wesco is utilizing UiPath to extend automation capabilities beyond internal systems, tackling the nuanced challenges of automating processes outside their direct control. Hear how bots are transforming minor tasks, allowing employees to engage in more meaningful work.Ever wondered how businesses can shift the narrative of automation from threat to opportunity? Max sheds light on the pivotal role of citizen ambassadors in changing perceptions and enhancing productivity. By empowering those closest to the workflow, Wesco is fostering a bottom-up approach to change management and automation adoption. We explore the evolution of automation from traditional RPA to the integration of AI and Generative AI, and the critical importance of selecting use cases with tangible business value. This insightful discussion highlights the collaborative efforts with the CFO's office to maintain automation momentum and demonstrate clear ROI.As we look to the future, excitement builds around the intersection of Generative AI and enterprise automation. Max discusses how AI complements traditional IT functions, with potential advancements like autopilot and copilot features poised to revolutionize automation programs. We also touch on the much-anticipated integration with Microsoft Teams, which promises to streamline adoption through familiar platforms. Wrapping up, we extend our gratitude to Max and his team for their relentless dedication to maintaining an efficient supply chain and eagerly anticipate the innovations that lie ahead in the realm of AI and automation.Everyday AI: Your daily guide to grown with Generative AICan't keep up with AI? We've got you. Everyday AI helps you keep up and get ahead.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showMore at https://linktr.ee/EvanKirstel

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