The tech headlines have recently been dominated by talk of artificial intelligence (AI). Following the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, more people in the mainstream are starting to see the current state of AI technology and just how powerful it can be. For those who haven’t had a chance to visit openai.com and try out the new chatbot, the software is impressive.It can mimic human conversations, write stories and even pass exams designed for aspiring doctors and computer programmers.
Harnessing the Power of AI
ChatGPT isn’t the only AI-powered program out there, other programs can improve efficiency, productivity and overall effectiveness. For example,the AI-power name generator at businessnamegenerator.com uses AI to solve business problems. It can come up with hundreds of business names for new businesses in seconds, more than an entrepreneur or even a group of executives could do. It makes the process more efficient which, in turn, increases productivity. But it’s the way suggestions are formed that’s impressive.
The AI business name generator offers suggestions based on keywords. These keywords are then considered in the context of search engines to ensure the business name can be found easily online. Therefore, each suggestion is optimised for style, length and structure. The software also suggests names that are available as a URL (i.e. website address). The end result is a list of potential business names that can help a new online business get off on the right foot. And this is just one example – many AI-powered services could support businesses at any stage of their journeys.
Bringing AI to Our Island
All of this is great, but what does it have to do with the Isle of Wight? The wave of AI innovation that’s sweeping the world is starting to wash over our island. Back in 2018, attendees at Digital Island conference discussed what iow.gov.uk called an “artificial intelligence frenzy” on the Isle of Wight. Fast-forward two years and that frenzy has manifested itself into a real surge of activity on the island.
In December 2021, the Department for Education launched Solent IOT. The initiative gives students at the Isle of Wight College access to further education and employment opportunities within the tech sector, with AI being a primary target. This reflects wider trends. In 2023, data from bcs.org showed a record number of applicants for computing courses in the UK in the last year, with the total rising by 9.6%. One of the main reasons for the surge of applications is the prominence of AI innovations such as ChatGPT.
The message here is clear: embrace AI now if you’re a business owner. More students are embracing this technology, which suggests the next generation will not only be skilled in this area but looking for opportunities within the industry. So, by getting on trend and embracing AI, businesses on the Isle of Wight can future-proof their workforce. What’s more, businesses that do embrace AI and adjust their practices accordingly should reap the benefits of this technology. Change is coming. It might not be as fast as some predict, but AI is coming to the Isle of Wight and we should all be ready for it.
