Welcome, innovators.

Through its recently updated  Guided Work Solutions, Honeywell is beginning to lean heavily into artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. 

Its goal: to bring  greater operational efficiency and better shopper experiences to retailers.

More on this below…

In today’s newsletter:

• Today’s must-read stories 📰

• Honeywell aiming to improve retailer performance

• Prompt of the day ✍️

Today’s must-read stories 📰 

Deloitte’s State of Generative AI in the Enterprise Q3 report 🤖

The Q3 edition of "The State of Generative AI in the Enterprise" highlights how organizations are addressing challenges and measuring value, with a focus on data foundations and governance, risk, and compliance.

AI skills trump industry experience 🖥️

The 2024 Annual Work Trend Index reveals that AI skills are now prioritized over industry experience, creating opportunities for entry-level professionals while urging employers to catch up on AI training.

One-third of employees pay for AI tools 🔨

Nearly a third of UK employees pay for their own generative AI tools, raising significant data protection risks for organizations, as many use these tools without employer permission.

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Miscellaneous resources

• Want to become an AI consultant? 200+ students have already started and scored their first client in as little as 3 days. Request early access to The AI Consultancy Project.*

• Harvard University: Various free AI courses. 

• Stanford University: Free AI articles, interviews, videos, and more.

• Elements of AI: A series of free online courses created by Reaktor and the University of Helsinki.

AI tools 🔨 

• Splutter AI: Augment your workforce with AI assistants.

• AI Video Enhancer: Automatically enhance videos with AI.

• QWiser: Enhance the educational experience with personalized AI tools.

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Honeywell is aiming to improve retailer performance with AI

Honeywell is enhancing its Guided Work Solutions with AI and machine learning to boost operational efficiency and improve customer experiences in retail. This update aligns with Honeywell's laser focus on automation.

Key Takeaways

• AI-driven speech technology: Honeywell's Guided Work Solutions now includes AI-enhanced speech technology, enabling retail associates to efficiently perform tasks such as order fulfillment, shelf restocking, and returns processing in real-time.

• Hands-free operation: The solution combines headset-enabled speech direction with Honeywell Forge architecture, allowing associates to receive task instructions hands-free in over 48 languages.

• Enhanced productivity: Since its launch in 2018, Honeywell Guided Work Solutions has improved productivity by over 30% compared to traditional methods.

• Optimized labor use: Store managers can now better allocate limited labor resources, either increasing order fulfillment capacity or redirecting staff to more value-added activities.

Our Thoughts: Honeywell's integration of AI into its Guided Work Solutions highlights the growing importance of technology in retail operations. By streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity, Honeywell is helping retailers adapt to the demands of modern shopping experiences.

Prompt of the day ✍️ 

PR specialist (create a key messages document)

How it works:

The prompt guides the creation of a key messages document by having an expert PR specialist interact with the user to gather details, refine the document through iterative evaluations, and align it with insights from key references.

Why use it:

Use this prompt to systematically create and refine a high-quality key messages document that effectively communicates key benefits and aligns with both user needs and best practices in public relations.

Prompt Example:

{"prompt":"Develop a tailored Key Messages Document aligned with the user's individual needs, drawing insights from the supplied reference materials. Initiate interaction with the user to obtain essential specifics and resolve any ambiguities. Iteratively refine the Key Messages Document through consistent evaluations using the given evaluationRubric and gather user input to ensure the end product aligns with the users expectations.}

You can find the prompt in its entirety here.