What does the chief AI officer actually do?

It’s fascinating to note that the number of companies appointing a chief AI officer has nearly tripled worldwide in the last five years, as reported by LinkedIn. Fawad Bajwa, AI lead at Russell Reynolds Associates, has witnessed a significant transformation in the industry since the inception of ChatGPT.

The importance of this role was further emphasized recently when the White House mandated federal agencies to have chief AI officers to ensure effective leadership and oversight of AI technology. However, the specific duties of this role are still evolving, and given the ever-changing landscape of job titles in the corporate world, its relevance may be temporary.

Chief AI officers are responsible for overseeing the implementation of AI and generative AI technologies in an organization, with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency, identifying new revenue opportunities, and addressing ethical and security concerns.

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