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When it comes to #RAG (Retrieval Augment Generation) Systems, everyone focuses on the answers. But here’s the catch: the biggest failures often happen long before the model even starts generating. In this latest article, Aleksandr Meshkov reveals where the problems often begin — retrieval. 🔥 He outlines practical stress tests you can’t afford to skip: - Shuffle document order → Does the answer stay stable? - Remove a key doc → Does the system admit gaps or start hallucinating? - Add noise and cross-domain content → Can it stay focused? The verdict is clear: stop obsessing over answer metrics alone. Start testing retrieval like your #AI depends on it. (Because it does.) Read the full piece here ⬇️

🎙️ Not every AI project deserves a “yes,” and great leaders need to decide when to say no. In our special Spam Jam: Executive Edition, featuring none other than our CEO Nick Puntikov, we hear why the strongest move isn’t always chasing the latest trend. Nick is joined by our SVP Global Business, Vladimir Litoshenko, for a candid conversation that cuts through the noise. With over three decades in tech, Nick has navigated every major shift, from dot-com to cloud to the current AI era. Together, they explore: — Why saying “no” to AI can sometimes be the most strategic choice — The signals that separate meaningful AI opportunities from hype — How mid-size companies can stay competitive without adopting every tool If you want to hear how seasoned leaders make bold, lasting decisions in the AI era, this episode is for you. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform: ➡️ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dDu9qxCe ➡️ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dBDZ4AJm ➡️ Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/dMTSZSGP #SpamJamPodcast #TechPodcast #AIinBusiness #AIhype

Don’t let AI hallucinations cost you time, trust, and money. Learn from Principal Engineer Coy Cardwell how to apply five proven strategies that keep LLM outputs reliable in production. 🔗 Read the full article to see how these methods can help keep your AI outputs trustworthy: https://lnkd.in/ewd3HVFa

This year for #WorldCleanUpDay, our team joined millions of volunteers worldwide to make a positive impact in our local communities. 🌍 From Montenegro to Germany, our teammates hit the great outdoors to collect litter and keep our homes healthy. It was a great chance to step outside, work together, and contribute to a cleaner environment beyond the office. See more from the day and our dedication to giving back in our latest blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/etPxRvfj

🔍 Even small coding issues can grow into costly problems if left unchecked. In his recent article, Principal Developer and newly-recognized Optimizely Most Valuable Professional (OMVP) Stanisław Szołkowski explains how static code analysis helps development teams deliver cleaner, scalable Optimizely CMS & Commerce solutions. By integrating these checks into the development process, teams can catch errors early, reduce risks, and maintain long-term quality. Read the full article for practical insights and OMVP-recommended tools, here👉 https://lnkd.in/gPnE7mX7

Responsible AI = AI under control. ⚡ That’s why we start our Managed AI Services journey with a strategic workshop designed to identify high-impact use cases and assess AI readiness. Then, we help leaders align AI with business goals and set the foundation for responsible AI adoption. Take the guesswork out of AI. Become AI-first, with confidence. 👉 Learn more about our full MAIS lifecycle and book your FREE, 1-hour workshop here: https://lnkd.in/ek3wEwxr

👀 Heard of an AI Adoption Specialist? Or an Agentic AI Developer? They’re among the 5 new AI roles reshaping CRE—and beyond—in 2025. Check the carousel for a preview — and the blog for the full story: 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eMAU_xh2 #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #BusinessStrategy #DigitalTransformation #Innovation  #PropTech #RealEstateInnovation #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateTechnology

⏱️ The countdown is on: Opticon London is just 12 days away! Our VP of UK Business Development Richard Leslie will be on site to share insights and meet with industry leaders. We’re proud to be part of the Optimizely community. In fact, last year our team even made it to the final round of the Optimizely Hackathon! Read about our AI-driven recruitment portal here: https://lnkd.in/eB3m4J3b See you in London! 👋

Our Head of Real Estate Practice Tony McGibbon just returned from PropTech CONNECT London, where 6,000+ attendees gathered to talk about the future of real estate tech. Four themes came up again and again—each signaling where the industry is heading:   1️⃣ Operational AI that delivers ROI   2️⃣ Data plumbing to unlock decision-ready insights   3️⃣ Sustainability tied directly to NOI   4️⃣ AI agents that finish the job He shares his full observations and how they map to real estate innovation in a new blog. 💡 Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/dHCMHqsJ