The CEO’s Guide to Generative AI: Open innovation & ecosystems

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An updated version of this chapter with 2024 data is now available in the latest edition of the IBM Institute for Business Value's book, The CEO's Guide to Generative AI.

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Meet the authors

Cindy Anderson, Global Executive for Engagement and Eminence, IBM Institute for Business Value

Christian Bieck, Global Research Leader, Insurance, IBM Institute for Business Value

Anthony Marshall, Global Leader, IBM Institute for Business Value

Jacob Dencik, Ph.D, Research Director, IBM Institute for Business Value

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Originally published 20 November 2023

1. Innovation

+ Generative AI

2. People

+ Generative AI

3. Ecosystem

+ Generative AI

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