Council Post: The Post-Hype Reality: Pragmatic Approaches to GenAI adoption by companies

The realm of AI has long been bathed in the glow of promise and anticipation, where lofty expectations often outshine the pragmatic realities. Now, as the dust settles on the initial excitement surrounding Generative AI (GenAI), companies find themselves at a crossroads. The buzz has subsided, replaced by a sober assessment of what GenAI truly offers, what challenges it presents, and how to navigate this technology's adoption in a more pragmatic, measured manner. This post-hype era compels organizations to explore realistic approaches toward integrating GenAI into their operations, focusing on practicality, feasibility, and tangible benefits. We had a roundtable discussion to get a better understanding on what the leaders think of the post - hype reality revolving around Generative AI.