Manual systems often conceal high error rates and costly inefficiencies. Even a 1% data entry error rate can lead to recalls, defects, or lost revenue. In 2023 alone, labeling mistakes caused 50% of U.S. food and beverage recalls — with an average cost of $10 million per recall.

When we think about training AI models, we often focus on algorithms, neural networks, or computational power. But behind every...

There’s a lot of noise right now about AI replacing jobs—and while it’s true that automation is changing the nature of work, that narrative often misses the bigger picture. For most small and midsize businesses, the real story isn’t job loss—it’s competitive acceleration. The companies gaining ground today aren’t eliminating roles; they’re using AI to amplify what people can already do.

Artificial intelligence is evolving faster than most governments can legislate. From chatbots to image generators to AI-driven decisions,...

As artificial intelligence becomes a driving force in modern business, one thing is clear: the workforce is changing. For small and...

The motivation for building closed AI systems stems largely from a need to retain full control over the data that fuels AI tools. Many popular AI platforms, especially those offered by third-party providers, rely on vast public datasets and may retain user inputs for model improvement unless explicitly opted out.

Your proprietary content is more than just words—it’s part of your intellectual property (IP) and brand identity. Strategic content like white papers, email campaigns, customer education materials, and unique product messaging give your business a competitive edge.

In the second part of this Beyond the Bot interview, hosts Tony and Steven are joined by Marissa Porto, the Knight Chair in Local News, to explore the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. The conversation zeroes in on the intersection of AI with creativity, business ethics, environmental impact, and workforce transformation.

In this thought-provoking episode of Beyond the Bot, hosts Tony and Steven sit down with Marissa, the Knight Chair for Local News and Sustainability at UNC Chapel Hill, to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, art, and copyright law. As generative AI tools become increasingly embedded in creative industries—from graphic design and journalism to music and video production—the conversation probes into pressing ethical questions and legal uncertainties.

Tony DeHart talks with Justin Lorenzo, President of L&M Architectural Signs, about how a multi-generational, family-run signage business is transforming with automation. Justin shares how his team embraced robotic painting technology not only to boost efficiency but to elevate quality—meeting the intense demands of modern manufacturing without compromising on craftsmanship. From early challenges to impressive ROI, they explore what it really means to merge tradition and innov

In this episode of Beyond the Bot, hosts Tony DeHart and Steven King dive into one of the most exciting AI developments of the year: the introduction of OpenAI's GPT-4.5. Broadcasting from the Blue Sky Lab, they unpack not only the technical nuances of this new model, but also its real-world implications for businesses, developers, and everyday users navigating an increasingly AI-integrated world.