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Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) enhances large language models (LLMs) by integrating an external retrieval system. This allows the AI to ground responses in authoritative, real-world data, which mitigates hallucinations and extends an LLM’s knowledge base beyond its pre-training data. ...
The adage “Garbage In, Garbage Out” (GIGO) holds a pivotal truth throughout all of computer science, but especially for data analytics and artificial intelligence. This principle underscores the fundamental idea that the quality of the output is linked to the quality of the input. As...
Making sure your data is ready for AI agents is critical for the success of your projects. As an AI leader or tech strategist, you understand the importance of data accuracy and integrity in AI models. Well-prepared data leads to more reliable outcomes, higher customer satisfaction, and better...
The age of artificial intelligence in the enterprise is no longer a distant future—it’s a disruptive present. While many companies have dipped their toes into AI through isolated pilots and flashy demos, the time has come to ask the hard question: Can our AI strategy scale sustainably? That’s the...
As enterprises race to integrate AI agents into operations, many are discovering a hard truth: it’s not the models holding them back—it’s the mess. Specifically, the mess of unstructured data. While much of the excitement in enterprise AI focuses on models, tools, and interfaces, one fundamental...
The future of AI in the enterprise won’t be built on monolithic models—it will be orchestrated by systems of specialized agents working together like a digital workforce. That’s the central thesis behind the rapid rise of multi-agent systems, and it was a defining theme of the Shelf webinar, “AI...
Why Good Data is the Secret Ingredient for AI Success The Real Cost of Bad Data in AI AI performance metrics often look straightforward: systems should respond within 3 seconds, successfully complete 85% of tasks, and keep error rates below 5%. But these numbers lose all meaning if the AI is...
Prevent Agent Failure Before It Happens. In today’s data-driven world, AI agents are crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. However, many organizations are unknowingly undermining their AI’s potential due to poor data quality. This article addresses the critical issues of data...
Your New MVP for Productivity and Profit The introduction of AI agents into the business landscape in 2025 marks a new era of transformative growth for organizations. Unlike traditional AI models that rely on human prompts, AI agents enhance speed, scale productivity, and reduce human...
Implementing a knowledge management system or exploring your knowledge strategy? Before you begin, it’s vital to understand the different types of knowledge so you can plan to capture it, manage it, and ultimately share this valuable information with others. Populating any type of knowledge base...
The world’s leading AI companies—OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft—are redefining what’s possible with enterprise AI. If your business is relying on a single-agent AI setup, you might be missing out on its full potential. Multi-agent AI systems take things to the next level. Unlike...
Incorporating AI agents into your operations can be a game-changer, offering unparalleled scalability, efficiency, and optimization. However, without a well-thought-out strategy, AI can quickly become a bottleneck rather than a solution. To ensure a smooth and effective implementation, it’s...