The Digital Transformation Playbook · 2026-07-27 · 15 min
Many AI programmes generate promising pilots, then stall when results meet real operating pressure. This episode examines why early success often proves possibility rather than readiness for scale. It explores the shift from pilot activity to managed AI systems. TLDR / At a Glance • Pilot signals and scale risk • Repeatability as the real test • Workflow embedding and ownership • Monitoring, feedback, and controls • Reusable patterns over fragmented tools • Leadership discipline in AI portfolios The key takeaway is that AI scale depends on building managed systems that make repeatability operational. Support the show If you are leading your businesses strategic transformation and need greater clarity, stronger execution and measurable results, let’s connect. Website: Book a call: Kieran Gilmurray | LinkedIn Substack: Amazon AI Transparency Notice: This podcast uses a hybrid format. When an episode features one of Kieran Gilmurray’s written articles, the narration is generated using a synthetic clone of his voice via ElevenLabs AI (the underlying article text is entirely human-authored).
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