Artificial Intelligence for Business and Organizations
Alessio Faccia Overview:
This session introduces applied AI for organisational decision-making. It explains how companies across sectors implement AI to improve processes, cut costs, and develop new business models. Participants will gain clarity on the technical basics, governance challenges, and ethical considerations when adopting AI solutions.
Why you should Attend:
Ignoring AI in business operations creates a risk of falling behind competitors. Mismanaging AI projects leads to wasted investments, unreliable outputs, and reputational harm. A shallow understanding of AI increases uncertainty and doubt when making strategic choices.
Areas Covered in the Session:
- Foundations of AI and machine learning in business
- AI adoption in finance, operations, and customer engagement
- Risks of over-reliance on algorithms and automation
- Governance, compliance, and accountability in AI projects
- Case applications from different industries
- Practical steps for integrating AI into organisational workflows
Who Will Benefit:
- Executives and Managers
- CFOs and Finance Leaders
- IT and Innovation Officers
- Risk and Compliance Managers
- Business Analysts
- Project Managers
Speaker Profile
Dr Alessio Faccia is an Auditor, Chartered Accountant, CFO, Advisor, and Corporate Trainer with more than 20 years of professional practice and 15 years of academic teaching. He is Assistant Professor in Finance at the University of Birmingham, Dubai Campus, and author of several books including AI in Fraud Analytics and Audit: Probabilistic Machines in Deterministic Systems. His expertise covers fraud examination, AI in finance, corporate governance, and forensic accounting. He has trained executives at central banks, ministries, and corporates across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and is a member of ACFE, ACAMS, ISACA, and other leading professional bodies