Big Data London; Why AI Isn’t Delivering (Yet)

In this episode, we’re not just talking about AI - we’re unpacking the reality behind the hype, taking a look back at Big Data London and what it covered. From stalling initiatives to drifting models, the AI bubble is showing cracks. Why? Because many organisations have sprinted into the future without packing the essentials. We’ll explore the critical foundations needed to make AI work: trusted data, shared language, and skilled people. You’ll hear real-world lessons from businesses discovering that AI is far more complex than the headlines suggest — and we’ll share practical steps leaders can take to unlock real value from their investments. This episode is hosted by Helen Gidney, Softcat’s Head of Architecture, and features Andy Crossley, CTO at Oakland, and Alex Pearce, Chief Microsoft Strategist at Softcat. Softcat’s Explain IT podcast is the place where we discuss, debate and demystify tech in simple, jargon-free language. For more information visit softcat.com . This podcast is produced by The Podcast Coach . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Big Data London; Why AI Isn’t Delivering (Yet) is an episode from Explain IT by Softcat.

This episode is 38:20 long.

This episode was published on Oct 24, 2025.

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