AI & Product Innovation in Technology: A New Paradigm? | with Michael Kolk

In this episode of the Trends in AI interview series, we are joined by Michael Kolk, Managing Partner and Global Innovation Practice Leader at Arthur D. Little, about how large companies are realistically using AI in R&D and engineering today. Michael discusses findings from his recent "Moving Innovation Forward" report, explaining the real opportunities AI can bring for reducing complexity, improving knowledge sharing, and increasing innovation efficiency. We also explore why many organizations still struggle with adopting AI at scale, and Michael provides some practical advice like making AI accessible broadly across teams, balancing experimentation with reliable implementation, facilitating better data collaboration, and effectively managing internal change. We wrap up by addressing common employee concerns around job security and talking about potential roles for policymakers to better support Europe's AI and innovation landscape. Join us for a pragmatic conversation about what's really happening - and what to expect next - in AI-driven innovation. Check out the Zeta Alpha Neural Discovery platform: https://zeta-alpha.com Subscribe to the Zeta Alpha calendar to not miss out on any of our events: https://lu.ma/zeta-alpha