Exploring the Future: AI, Sustainability, & Compliance ft. Tom Raftery

Ctrl+Listen Podcast

In this episode of the CTRL+LISTEN Podcast, James and Nora engage in a riveting conversation with podcast legend Tom Raftery. Tom, with his vast experience since 2005, explores the realms of AI, sustainability, and compliance in the tech industry. Starting with the buzzworthy topic of AI, the trio delves into the challenges and concerns surrounding its integration into various sectors, uncovering issues like racial biases in healthcare AI. Tom shares his firsthand experience with ChatGPT and its capabilities, shedding light on the potential impact on professions like design and data analytics. The conversation seamlessly transitions to sustainability and compliance in the tech industry. Tom breaks down the intricate web of regulations, from deforestation rules to forced labor regulations, emphasizing the shifting landscape of compliance requirements. The trio explores the impact of sustainability on recruitment, customer acquisition, and board decisions. The discussion widens to the environmental aspects, with a focus on the Fit for 55 legislation and global sustainability goals. Tom underscores the urgency of reducing emissions and the transformative changes required in the next six years. The implications on business decisions, considering both financial and climate aspects, are thoroughly examined. As the podcast wraps up, the trio contemplates the transparency mandated by sustainability regulations and its potential influence on companies' systems. The conversation ends with a pondering of the effects of these regulations on inflation and prices. 0:00 Intro 0:39 The Cons to the Pros of AI Integration 6:30 Who Owns Generative AI Creations? 7:29 AI, Automation, & Smart Systems 9:58 How Reliable is AI Supply Chain Data? 11:50 Sustainability & Compliance Trends 25:58 Regulation, Inflation, and Prices 28:07 Outro Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey through the intersections of AI, sustainability, and compliance. Stay tuned for more insightful discussions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtZurp7-0DcXjCEfO7Uk3Hpcc8iTyGFIK Learn More about Tom Raftery Here: https://tomraftery.com/⚡ Listen to Tom's podcasts: Digital Supply Chain: https://www.digitalsupplychainpodcast.com/Climate Confident: https://www.climateconfidentpodcast.com/ ⚡ Check Out More Episodes of the CTRL+LISTEN Podcast ⚡ Browse Octopart for Parts & Tech News ⚡ TikTok ⚡ Instagram