CanadianSME Small Business Podcast

Beyond the Hype:Building Real AI That Delivers Value

Episode Notes

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how businesses can turn Applied AI and Machine Learning from abstract concepts into practical, scalable, revenue-driving tools.

We’re joined by Émile Languepin and Gregory Belhumeur, co-founders of Beaucoup Data, an AI/ML Innovation Lab helping organizations turn bold ideas into measurable outcomes. They share how companies can adopt AI with clarity, focus on value over complexity, and prepare for the next wave of impactful innovation.

Key Highlights:

1. AI in 90 Days: How mid-size companies can start practical AI programs and avoid common stalls.
    
2. Enterprise vs Society AI: Why incentives shape outcomes and how to balance ethics with profitability.
    
3. The Smallest Useful Model: How a simple sizing solution beat a complex recommender and proved “value first.”
    
4. Emerging Tech That Works: What multimodal AI and intelligent agents can solve right now.
    
5. Leadership for 2025: The skills leaders need to drive AI adoption and Beaucoup Data’s long-term innovation vision.

Special Thanks to Our Partners:

• RBC: https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/dms/business/accounts/beyond-banking/index.html
• UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA
• Google: https://www.google.ca/
• A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/
• ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.