Are you ready to get the most out of the QlikConnect 2024 event with the amazing team from Qlik, and enhance your approach to customer success? Today, we’re diving into insights shared by Geoff Thomas, the Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) at Qlik. From the broad range of things on offer at Qlik Connect 2024 in Orlando, Florida, to the comprehensive event agenda tailored to ensure focus on customers and their success.
Join us as we explore what it means to lead a role focused at being at the forefront of customer satisfaction and operations in the world of data and analytics, as well as key insights into what the 2024 Qlik Connect event has on offer for attendees this year, and some of the latest data trends in the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region, as Gooff gives us a glimpse into a part of the world that never stops evolving, as technology continues to advance at an astonishing pace. In particular we discuss the details around how the APJ region is keeping up, and what innovations are driving change, and get a glimpse into the future of data in this vibrant part of the world.
The Importance of Data in APJ
The Asia Pacific and Japan region stands out for its diversity, from emerging markets to technological powerhouses like Japan and Australia. Despite these differences, one common factor unites them all: the increasing significance of data. Businesses and government bodies across the region are eagerly exploring ways to leverage their data more effectively, showing a universal drive towards data optimisation.
Generative AI has emerged as a key focus area, with executives throughout APJ investing time and resources into incorporating it into their strategic plans. However, there’s a notable gap; less than 40% have a concrete strategy in place for embracing generative AI, highlighting a significant area for growth and development.
Bridging the Maturity Gap with Hybrid AI
The transition from traditional data science approaches to more advanced generative AI technologies represents a significant maturity gap for many organisations within the APJ region. This hybrid AI, blending automated machine learning, pattern recognition, and predictions, offers a bridge between the old and new. Though these technologies have been available for years, their application and integration into strategic planning are now more crucial than ever.
Data Origin and Quality Become Paramount
With the rise of generative AI, the focus on data origin and quality has never been more critical. Maintaining high standards for data quality and lineage is no longer optional but a necessity in this new era. This shift underscores the importance of understanding and documenting where data comes from and how it is used within AI models, emphasising the need for stringent data governance.
Regulatory Compliance and Digital Transformation
The APJ region faces unique regulatory and compliance challenges, impacted by local and industry-specific requirements. Organizations are navigating these complexities amid ongoing digital transformation, cloud adoption, and the pandemic-induced shift to remote work. This landscape makes aligning AI strategies with regulatory compliance and data security a top priority for businesses across the region.
Preparing for the Future: AI Strategy Development
As organisations grapple with digital transformation, cloud adoption, and now AI integration, developing a coherent AI strategy from the board level down has become imperative. Qlik plays an essential role in aiding companies through this journey, focusing on data quality, governance, and regulatory compliance amidst these changes. This guidance is crucial as businesses work to implement and maintain effective AI strategies that will drive future growth and innovation.
Data is as important in the APJ region as it is anywhere in the world, as data drives modern decision-making, drives innovation, and helps improve operational efficiency. In the diverse APJ region, leveraging data effectively is key to maintaining competitiveness and meeting the varying needs of emerging and mature markets alike.
Challenges do organisations face with AI implementation, beyond the technical challenges, include the struggle with creating strategic plans for AI, ensuring data quality for AI models, and meeting industry-specific regulatory requirements. Companies can bridge the gap between traditional data science and generative AI by adopting hybrid AI approaches that incorporate both traditional and novel AI technologies, organisations can gradually transition to more sophisticated data analysis and utilisation methods.
The data landscape in the Asia Pacific and Japan region is rapidly evolving, dominated by the urgent need to harness AI’s potential responsibly and effectively. As companies navigate the complexities of data quality, regulatory compliance, and strategic AI implementation, partners like Qlik play a pivotal role in guiding this transformation. With generative AI set to redefine industries, understanding and adapting to these trends is crucial for any organisation looking to thrive in the APJ region’s dynamic market.
it is with all of this in mind, data professionals should be aiming to take part in Qlik’s 2024 Qlik Connect event being held the week of June 2nd to June 5th, to gain access to key data, analytics and AI keynotes, engaging panels, interactive workshops training and certifications, meet peers and “birds of a feather”, Qlik partners, fellow Qlik customers and users, members of the Qlik team, and immerse yourselves in the world of data within and around the Qlik ecosystem, as there is more to learn when it comes to data.
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