Ultimate Guide To Partnering

The Ultimate Partner LIVE '24 event showcased the unparalleled collaboration between Microsoft, industry leaders, and award-winning partners, emphasizing the $827 billion opportunity in generative AI. A panel led by Neeti Gupta highlighted rapid AI-driven changes, while Dux Raymond Sy of AvePoint discussed monetizing AI and addressing data governance issues hindering GenAI adoption. Sri Ganapathy from Microsoft’s Azure AI team stressed the importance of strong data cultures and client readiness, outlining consulting opportunities in assessing technological maturity. Successful AI integration, they noted, hinges on secure, high-quality data and tailored solutions using tools like Copilot Studio. Examples like H&R Block and Vodafone demonstrated AI's transformative impact across industries. Key takeaways included fostering leadership support, building strong data cultures, and addressing ethical and regulatory challenges in AI. As AI models grow cheaper and more efficient, pricing strategies and ROI localizati