"The AI Revolution: Transforming Operations Management" was written to guide operations managers, students, and professors eager to navigate artificial intelligence. This book demystifies AI, transitioning from a mere buzzword to a tangible asset in the operational toolkit.
The book explores how AI can improve decision-making, automate processes, predict maintenance needs, and optimize supply chains for operational excellence. It's organized into several parts to help you understand AI's capabilities and limitations within operations management and guide you in implementing AI in your business's operations framework. As a bonus, the book includes a glossary of 250 terms tailored to unravel complex AI verbiage for practical application in operations management. So, it's not just theoretical; it's a toolkit that brings AI concepts to life. Each entry in the glossary-from "Accuracy" to "Zero-Touch Automation"-is designed to make the sophisticated world of AI accessible and actionable for QA/QC managers, supply chain managers, operations managers, project managers, students, professors, and more. Discover how to recognize AI opportunities and prepare your operations teams to embrace AI. Explore the intricacies of data management and witness AI's role in revolutionizing routine tasks, decision-making processes, and predictive analytics. Use the blueprint chapter to develop your AI operations plan. Learn how to integrate human-AI collaboration seamlessly into your workplace. Amplify human potential and navigate ethical considerations in the machine age. With case studies, this book offers insights into the exceptional outcomes of human-AI teams. Anticipate and overcome the hurdles of AI integration into operations, from addressing skepticism to managing crises when AI doesn't perform as expected in your operations. The book culminates with a look ahead, encouraging continual learning and growth as AI advancements unfold. In SummaryThis comprehensive book is your key to harnessing the power of AI in operations management. With 15 chapters and over 300 pages of expert insights, it takes you from the fundamentals of AI to its practical applications in operations management. What You'll Learn:
- Debunk common myths about AI in operations management
- Identify AI opportunities and pair them with operational needs
- Build a strong AI foundation with data, culture, and technology
- Automate routine tasks and enhance decision-making with AI
- Leverage AI for strategic planning, forecasting, and competitive edge
- Navigate the human-AI collaboration and upskill your teams
- Overcome AI adoption hurdles and ensure ethical considerations
- Celebrate AI victories and plan for future advancements
- Operations managers seeking to leverage AI for business success
- Executives looking to drive strategic growth through AI adoption
- Teams aiming to upskill and reskill for an AI-integrated workplace
- Organizations seeking to stay ahead of the competition through AI-driven operations
- Students of operations management, business administration, and AI-related courses
- Professors and educators teaching AI and operations management courses
- Practical guidance for operations managers to implement AI solutions
- Real-world case studies and examples of AI success stories
- Expert insights from a seasoned professional in AI and operations management
- Comprehensive coverage of AI fundamentals, applications, and future directions
Whether you're an operations manager, a supply chain professional, or a decision-maker seeking to leverage the power of AI, this book is your guide to embracing the future of operations management and gaining a competitive edge with AI!