AI: how will it transform analytics?

Event information

Building on the ‘AI: What is it really?’ article series and her top-rated presentation at ICAEW AI & Analytics Live 2024, Monica Odysseos, AI and Data Lab Leader at Grant Thornton Cyprus, presents this webinar exploring how AI is transforming data-driven decision-making for organisations. Known for her ability to explain complex topics in a simple and accessible way, Monica will demystify artificial intelligence for participants.

The webinar will begin by explaining what AI really is, breaking down key concepts such as Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning and Generative AI into straightforward terms. It will also emphasise the importance of data in unlocking AI’s full potential.

The session will continue with a discussion on how advanced analytics are reshaping business processes, offering practical insights into applying AI-driven analytics in real-world scenarios.

This webinar is open to all and is ideal for anyone seeking a clearer understanding of the fundamentals of AI and its practical applications in data analytics.

Key benefits

• Understand what AI really is, including concepts like Machine Learning and Deep Learning.
• Learn why data is essential for leveraging AI effectively.
• Discover how AI-driven analytics are transforming business processes.

About the speakers

Monica Odysseos, Head of AI, Grant Thornton Cyprus Monica has built a robust career leading significant AI projects, developing deep learning models, and pioneering data analytics initiatives. She’s contributed articles and webinars to the ICAEW Data Analytics Community, driving the industry forward by integrating advanced AI solutions with strategic business practices, empowering organisations to harness data for growth and innovation.

Facilitator: Ian Pay, Head of Data Analytics & Tech, ICAEW Prior to joining ICAEW in March 2022, Ian worked for over 10 years at PwC in Data Analytics, specialising in External Audit and Data Acquisition and developing robust and automated ETL processes to support the firm’s award-winning Halo suite of applications. Ian also played an active role in the development and delivery of training courses, with digital upskilling being an area he is particularly passionate about. He has previously trained as a secondary school teacher and a musician.

CPD hours

ICAEW's revised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations bring in new CPD requirements. This includes a minimum number of hours and an ethics requirement. Attending this webinar could contribute up to 1 hour of verifiable CPD, providing you can demonstrate that the content is relevant to your role.

A copy of the webinar booking confirmation email is accepted as evidence of verifiable CPD. You will need to save the email as a JPEG or PDF before uploading it to your record. Click here to use ICAEW’s self-assessment tool to help you work out how much CPD you will need to fulfil each year.

Costs

ICAEW members and non-members are welcome to join. This event is organised by the Data Analytics Community. Please click here to join online.