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Solution design

Demystify what artificial intelligence is and explore its possibilities. Learn the basics of AI, understand its ecosystems and its design.
Private session

This training is available in a private or personalized format. It can be provided in one of our training centres or at your offices. Call one of our consultants of submit a request online.

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  • Duration: 1 day
  • Regular price: On request

Course outline

Duration : 1 day

What is artificial intelligence (AI)?

What does this mean for public and private affairs?
How can your organization benefit from AI?
Through an engaging combination of applied concepts, examples of key technologies and examples of uses of AI in business, this training will present the reality of AI technology today and demonstrate how it can be used to meet a current or future business need.
Focusing on key AI technologies — such as machine learning and deep learning, image processing and natural language processing, as well as AI’s role in robotics — this course will help you understand how AI can support business and service strategies, as well as the inherent economic and societal opportunities related to AI.
At the end of this training, you will understand how to use AI in your digital solutions design processes in order to implement governance, combine it with the right resources and evaluate its performance.

Audience

Public and private sector business managers and architects

Prerequisites

None

Objectives

Participants will explore AI: the practical opportunities it offers, its different domains, its governance, its prerequisites, the design process and implementation of an AI product, its future and the importance of ethics in AI.

More importantly, they will understand the fundamental differences between the design process of an AI solution and that of an information system.

Lesson plan

Part one:

  • AI concepts and definition
  • Domains of AI and practical examples of its uses
  • Essential factors for success
  • The governance of AI in an organization
Part Two:
  • The 6 stages of designing and implementing an AI product
  • Significant differences between AI solution design and information system design
  • AI ethics
  • The future of AI

Teaching Method

During the course, participants will have the opportunity to apply their new knowledge to practical case-scenario exercises, individually and as a group.
Workshops and lectures: 35/65

Content

Introduction to AI

Context and history
• Concepts and definition
• The different domains of AI illustrated by real cases
The 6 stages of designing an AI solution
  1. Define product goals
  2. Establish criteria for data and data access
  3. Assign responsibilities for the design and development (profiles, expertise, roles, etc.)
  4. Elaborate new processes and manage change
  5. Plan for validation and continuous training of the AI model
  6. Assess the commercial value of the AI solution
Significant differences between AI solution design and information system design
Beyond the 6 stages of designing an AI solution, we will take a step-by-step look at the differences between AI solution design and information system design.
  • Analysis of AI maturity
  • Approach to needs identification
  • 21 questions to help identify the best AI model
  • AI business case analysis (data-driven)
  • AI solution design and development/implementation team (RACI)
  • AI solution maintenance/sustainability and evolution
AI ethics
  • The basic premises in AI ethics
  • Understanding the potential ethical issues associated with an AI solution
    - Black box vs glass box
    - Data sharing and correlation
    - Discrimination or inequity (bias)
    - Etc.
The future of AI
  • Future developments: What can we expect?
  • How to prepare your organization in order to maximize the use of AI

Surround yourself with the best

Frédéric Paradis
Frédéric Paradis
Certified Trainer and Cloud Architect
As a certified Microsoft trainer, Frédéric describes himself as a Cloud magician who easily navigates the mythical space between technology and reality.
Marc Maisonneuve
Marc Maisonneuve
Training program director
Marc Maisonneuve has acted as a Training Program Director, professional effectiveness trainer and user tools practice leader at AFI for several years. Mr. Maisonneuve is known for his analytical skills, his legendary calm and his undeniable desire to encourage people to develop their skills. He has the ability to present technological solutions in a natural way and to adapt them to the concrete needs of the workplace.
Vicky Moreau
Vicky Moreau
Trainer
Vicky Moreau is a passionate freelancer and professional in the area of office automation. She holds a college diploma in office automation, most of her solid experience with the Office Suite was acquired while being an autodidact. In fact, she has successfully completed an MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) Excel certification.
Francis Ferland-Stevenson
Francis Ferland-Stevenson
Trainer
Francis began as a trainer more than 5 years ago by testing office automation tools designed specifically to met the needs of his colleagues. His calm and his empathy makes him able to adapt his language according to the level of experience of the group. This makes his learnings clear and accessible to anyone. As a trainer, he is therefore attentive to the needs of his students to make sure they meet their objectives and face the challenges.