In a historic event, in February 2011 IBM Watson, a data analytics processor equipped with natural language processing, used machine learning algorithms to compete on Jeopardy! against the TV quiz show’s two biggest all-time champions and won. Since then, the computer running software showed how it could discover answers hidden in unstructured data more effectively than the standard search technology of that time. More importantly, it proved how crucial the ability to get advanced state-of-the-art information to frontline decision makers can be—especially in industries where time and human talent, some of the most valuable assets in business, often runs short.

But now, as AI has taken massive stride in facing these enterprise challenge, especially with the rise of generative AI, and concerns around the trustworthiness of AI has increased, Watsonx, our next generation AI and data platform, has arrived to solve for the needs of today. Through this new enterprise solution, decision makers can be more than just AI users. They can become AI value creators as they quickly train and deploy custom AI capabilities across their business, all while retaining full control of their data.