We’re delighted to bring you this AI for Business event series in Wellington. Get ready to be inspired by this rapidly evolving technology through remarkable use cases transforming business processes and customer experiences. Hear from local and international experts sharing cutting-edge developments in AI for business.
Powered by IBM and Red Hat, this event showcases IBM Watsonx capability through three business case studies. You’ll see firsthand the potential to develop game-changing AI-powered applications for your business or clients.
This Lunch n Learn event will be immensely valuable to business leaders learning about new AI technology, AI developers, and AI solutions providers keen to learn how to build and scale AI functionality with Watsonx.
Join us for lunch and networking, followed by:
Watsonx overview and latest technology updates
Lightspeed by Red Hat - Overview of this groundbreaking new Generative AI service
The University of Auckland Case Study with ElementX
Streebo - Overview of this transformative conversational AI solution powered by IBM Watson and Generative AI
Bring it together - Panel discussion with audience QnA
RSVP - Registration is free, but seats are very limited.
Event Presenters
Justin Flitter - Founder of NewZealand.AI - Host
Justin Flitter is an AI for Business educator, speaker and event producer. He founded NewZealand.AI in 2017 to inspire business leaders to learn about Artificial Intelligence by showcasing how businesses leverage this remarkable new technology.
Libby Lavrova - Data & AI Partner Technical Specialist - IBM
Libby is passionate about co-creating magical and intelligent experiences to all ranges of enterprises in New Zealand through the IBM Ecosystem.
Currently Libby is a Data & AI Partner Technical Specialist in IBM New Zealand and prior to this role, she spent 4 years designing, developing and leading virtual assistant teams in the Telco industry as a Business Transformation Consultant / Cognitive Engineer at IBM.
Banjo Donila - Solutions Architect - Ingram Micro
With an unwavering passion for infrastructure automation, Banjo is a true pioneer at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge technologies to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation within organizations.
His understanding of telecommunications infrastructure, combined with his mastery of automation tools, enables him to architect robust and scalable solutions that optimize performance and deliver tangible business results.
Daniel Xu - CEO and Co-Founder - ElementX
Dan Xu is the co-founder of ElementX, an AI Agency helping organisations leverage AI to do things faster and smarter. Dan has a PhD from the University of Auckland, and in addition to his work at ElementX he also chairs the Return on Sciences Physical Sciences Investment Committee.
University of Auckland Case Study - ElementX - Learn More
Rauf Memon - Global Sales Head, Associate Partner - Streebo
Rauf's dedication to AI, passion for technology, and commitment to personal fitness make him a dynamic and highly valued associate partner at Streebo. His expertise, combined with his well-rounded approach, positions him as a leader in the industry.
Rauf leverages his expertise in AI to design innovative solutions that meet the complex demands of modern businesses.
Sahil Vyas - Sales Director -APAC, EMEA - Streebo
With a proven track record in driving sales growth and leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, Sahil brings a unique blend of strategic thinking, technical expertise, and exceptional communication skills to our event.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, with a cutting-edge research lab in India, Streebo have successfully delivered 100+ digital transformation projects across the globe.
More Information
Watsonx is IBM’s enterprise-ready AI and data platform designed to multiply the impact of AI across your business.
Watson Orchestrate - Automation for every employee. Streamlines processes and repetitive or complex tasks with automation accessed through open APIs and RPA integrations.
Watson Assistant - Answers and actions, automated. Get fast, accurate answers across any application, device, or channel, from customer service to internal IT Helpdesk and HR.
Watson Code Assistant - Enable developers of all experience levels to write code with AI-generated recommendations.
Watson Discovery - Dig less, discover more. Natural language AI models help your team parse complicated business documents to get the right information at the right time.
University of Auckland Case Study - ElementX - Learn More
In this case study, Dan will discuss the complexities of building Virtual Assistants for the higher education sector and the solution ElementX built using Watson Assistant and Search. He will discuss how leveraging Watson Assistant empowered UoA’s business team to take charge of their content management and how the assistant can integrate deeply with the university’s systems. To conclude, he’ll discuss the outcomes of the project so far.
About Spacetime
Spacetime is a team of New Zealand based Artificial Intelligence and Design Thinking specialists working to enable smarter interactions between people and computers. Spacetime adopts Design Thinking as a framework for identifying and understanding problems worth solving. Artificial Intelligence is leveraged to create solutions that enable insight into unstructured data, enhanced digital interactions, and the ability to automate entire business processes.
Founded in 2017, Spacetime works with businesses and government to solve various problems with Natural Language Understanding and other cognitive technologies. For more information, visit Spacetime.co.nz.
About Streebo
Streebo is a leading conversational AI and Digital Transformation company with over 15 years of partnership with IBM. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, with a cutting-edge research lab in India, we have successfully delivered 100+ digital transformation projects across the globe for enterprises in various domains and industries.
At Streebo, our primary focus lies in developing IBM Watson-powered smart virtual assistants. These assistants are pre-trained to perform industry-specific business functions and cater to various roles such as customer service, agent assist, and employee assistance. They are versatile, omnichannel solutions that can be seamlessly deployed on web, mobile, and popular social media platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and internal messaging platforms like MS Teams, Slack, and Sametime. Additionally, they can be integrated with voice-based clients such as Google Home and Alexa.
Our virtual assistants are not only multilingual but also boast an impressive accuracy rate of 99%. They come pre-integrated with a wide range of common backends and include a live agent feature for a comprehensive customer support experience.
Now, with our latest integration of generative AI technology, we have taken our solutions to a whole new level. Imagine a ChatGPT-like experience tailored specifically for enterprise needs. Powered by IBM Watson and Generative AI, our solution offers remarkable ROI, increasing revenue by 1-5% and reducing customer service costs by half. Most importantly, it significantly enhances customer experiences, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
Choose Streebo for a transformative conversational AI solution that leverages the power of IBM Watson and Generative AI. Witness substantial returns on investment, elevate customer experiences, and unlock new levels of efficiency and success for your enterprise.