Human Coded Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00:11 -0500 https://www.mandsconsulting.com/ en-us © 2026 M&S Consulting yes ca1b7f49-e782-5ec8-8725-4ad217f78120 M&S Consulting episodic false Human Coded explores the compelling intersections of technology, business, and people. This podcast uncovers how groundbreaking innovations and human stories intertwine to shape our world.


Each episode features conversations with industry experts, visionaries, and change-makers who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We delve into the human side of technology, sharing valuable insights, inspiring stories, and practical wisdom to help you navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) M&S Consulting https://storage.buzzsprout.com/bth52psvncmlv3vf3tjd6rkauj08?.jpg Human Coded https://www.mandsconsulting.com/ Jimmy Lutz Human Coded 024: AWS, AI Agents, and the New Shape of Enterprise Work Human Coded 024: AWS, AI Agents, and the New Shape of Enterprise Work AI has moved well beyond the chatbot phase. For enterprise organizations, the real conversation is shifting toward digital workers, agentic workflows, stronger governance, and the data foundations needed to make AI useful inside the business.

In this episode of Human Coded, Quinn sits down with Jay Mason and John McCauley from M&S Consulting to explore how the AWS and AI conversation has changed since the early days of AI experimentation. They discuss why many organizations are still stuck in proof-of-concept mode, what it takes to move toward real business value, and why data readiness remains one of the biggest factors in successful AI adoption.

The conversation also digs into the growing role of AI agents, how companies should think about security and permissions, and why human oversight still matters when automation enters critical business workflows. From RAG and data labeling to Bedrock, EC2, VPCs, and zero ETL strategies, Jay and John help translate the technical pieces into a bigger question: how do organizations build AI systems that actually improve the way work gets done?

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]]> AI has moved well beyond the chatbot phase. For enterprise organizations, the real conversation is shifting toward digital workers, agentic workflows, stronger governance, and the data foundations needed to make AI useful inside the business.

In this episode of Human Coded, Quinn sits down with Jay Mason and John McCauley from M&S Consulting to explore how the AWS and AI conversation has changed since the early days of AI experimentation. They discuss why many organizations are still stuck in proof-of-concept mode, what it takes to move toward real business value, and why data readiness remains one of the biggest factors in successful AI adoption.

The conversation also digs into the growing role of AI agents, how companies should think about security and permissions, and why human oversight still matters when automation enters critical business workflows. From RAG and data labeling to Bedrock, EC2, VPCs, and zero ETL strategies, Jay and John help translate the technical pieces into a bigger question: how do organizations build AI systems that actually improve the way work gets done?

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-19218803 Thu, 21 May 2026 15:00:00 -0500 1229 24 full false Human Coded 023: Revolutionizing Wayfinding - Following the Journey of get2there Human Coded 023: Revolutionizing Wayfinding - Following the Journey of get2there In this episode of Human Coded, we chat with Terran Quinlan, the CEO of get2there—an interactive map platform designed for campuses, complexes, and facilities. Terran discusses her background in market expansion and small team leadership, which prepared her for the tech startup world. She explains how get2there provides a versatile mapping solution for venues like college campuses, hospitals, and convention centers, offering a user-friendly experience without the need for dedicated app downloads. Terran highlights the platform's ease of implementation and its ability to enhance visitor experiences through digital mapping and real-time updates, thereby reducing frustration and improving overall satisfaction for both guests and staff.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we chat with Terran Quinlan, the CEO of get2there—an interactive map platform designed for campuses, complexes, and facilities. Terran discusses her background in market expansion and small team leadership, which prepared her for the tech startup world. She explains how get2there provides a versatile mapping solution for venues like college campuses, hospitals, and convention centers, offering a user-friendly experience without the need for dedicated app downloads. Terran highlights the platform's ease of implementation and its ability to enhance visitor experiences through digital mapping and real-time updates, thereby reducing frustration and improving overall satisfaction for both guests and staff.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-17698985 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 838 23 full false Human Coded 022: Transforming Business Workflows - A Deep Dive into Braided Human Coded 022: Transforming Business Workflows - A Deep Dive into Braided In this episode of Human Coded, we welcome the team from Braided, including Jay Mason (CEO), John McCauley (CTO), and Jared Icenhower (Project Manager and Head of Sales), to discuss their innovative new product. Braided is a web application that allows enterprise users to access various AI capabilities through large language models like GPT-4 and Gemini. The team discusses how Braided helps businesses navigate the complexities of multiple AI models, manage costs, and enhance collaboration. They highlight unique features such as multi-model support and shared prompts within a team, and discuss future plans, including potential new templates and agentic capabilities. The episode emphasizes the importance of integrating AI into business workflows to improve efficiency and productivity.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we welcome the team from Braided, including Jay Mason (CEO), John McCauley (CTO), and Jared Icenhower (Project Manager and Head of Sales), to discuss their innovative new product. Braided is a web application that allows enterprise users to access various AI capabilities through large language models like GPT-4 and Gemini. The team discusses how Braided helps businesses navigate the complexities of multiple AI models, manage costs, and enhance collaboration. They highlight unique features such as multi-model support and shared prompts within a team, and discuss future plans, including potential new templates and agentic capabilities. The episode emphasizes the importance of integrating AI into business workflows to improve efficiency and productivity.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-17619669 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1594 22 full false Human Coded 021: Exploring the Innovation Behind InnovAgents - Building User-Friendly Salesforce Apps Human Coded 021: Exploring the Innovation Behind InnovAgents - Building User-Friendly Salesforce Apps In this episode of Human Coded, the focus is on the InnovAgents team—Andre Fernandez, Pedro Gaspar, and Jared Icenhower—who are dedicated to creating state-of-the-art, user-friendly Salesforce apps. The team shares their backgrounds and how their passion and experiences led to the formation of InnoVagents. They discuss the inception and development of their standout tools like Splash Announcements and Fund Ops, highlighting the constant customer feedback loop and the focus on filling gaps within the Salesforce ecosystem. Additionally, they address common questions about staying relevant alongside Salesforce's evolution and the advantages of being a nimble, responsive team. Listeners are encouraged to explore InnovAgents' offerings and stay updated through their website and email list.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, the focus is on the InnovAgents team—Andre Fernandez, Pedro Gaspar, and Jared Icenhower—who are dedicated to creating state-of-the-art, user-friendly Salesforce apps. The team shares their backgrounds and how their passion and experiences led to the formation of InnoVagents. They discuss the inception and development of their standout tools like Splash Announcements and Fund Ops, highlighting the constant customer feedback loop and the focus on filling gaps within the Salesforce ecosystem. Additionally, they address common questions about staying relevant alongside Salesforce's evolution and the advantages of being a nimble, responsive team. Listeners are encouraged to explore InnovAgents' offerings and stay updated through their website and email list.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-17618581 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0500 1243 21 full false Human Coded 020: How GTD Speech Is Giving Time Back to Speech Therapists Human Coded 020: How GTD Speech Is Giving Time Back to Speech Therapists In this episode of Human Coded, we sit down with Julie Bearden, a speech-language pathologist turned tech founder, to talk about the launch of GTD Speech — a powerful new transcription tool built for speech therapists, by a speech therapist. Julie shares the challenges that inspired her to start GTD Speech, what makes the tool different from generic transcription apps, and how it’s already making waves in the world of speech therapy. We also explore the unexpected journey from healthcare professional to entrepreneur, and how user feedback is shaping the platform into something truly transformative. If you’re an SLP, tech builder, or just someone who loves a good founder story, this one’s for you.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we sit down with Julie Bearden, a speech-language pathologist turned tech founder, to talk about the launch of GTD Speech — a powerful new transcription tool built for speech therapists, by a speech therapist. Julie shares the challenges that inspired her to start GTD Speech, what makes the tool different from generic transcription apps, and how it’s already making waves in the world of speech therapy. We also explore the unexpected journey from healthcare professional to entrepreneur, and how user feedback is shaping the platform into something truly transformative. If you’re an SLP, tech builder, or just someone who loves a good founder story, this one’s for you.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-17520973 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0500 1299 20 full false Human Coded 019: Monarch Learning Labs and the Future of Hands-On Learning Human Coded 019: Monarch Learning Labs and the Future of Hands-On Learning In this episode of Human Coded, we’re joined by Jeremy Kimmel and Jimmy Lutz, the minds behind Monarch Learning Labs—a new M&S Venture built for modern workforce training in complex industries like medical devices and advanced manufacturing. We dive into how Monarch is changing the game with interactive, software-based digital twins that make training more accessible, effective, and scalable. From improving clinical adoption to supporting frontline teams with just-in-time learning, Monarch is helping organizations keep pace with rapid tech innovation without the overhead of traditional training methods. You’ll also hear personal stories of how real-world challenges in the field led to Monarch’s creation—and where this powerful platform is headed next.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we’re joined by Jeremy Kimmel and Jimmy Lutz, the minds behind Monarch Learning Labs—a new M&S Venture built for modern workforce training in complex industries like medical devices and advanced manufacturing. We dive into how Monarch is changing the game with interactive, software-based digital twins that make training more accessible, effective, and scalable. From improving clinical adoption to supporting frontline teams with just-in-time learning, Monarch is helping organizations keep pace with rapid tech innovation without the overhead of traditional training methods. You’ll also hear personal stories of how real-world challenges in the field led to Monarch’s creation—and where this powerful platform is headed next.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-17404407 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0500 1249 full false Human Coded 018: The Story of the Appalachian Software Factory Human Coded 018: The Story of the Appalachian Software Factory Building Software in the Mountains: Inside the Appalachian Software Factory

What happens when you combine startup spirit, enterprise-grade engineering, and a deep love for the mountains of West Virginia? You get the Appalachia Software Factory. In this episode of Human Coded, host Quinn Brewer sits down with Cody Childers, leader of M&S Consulting’s Customer Development team, to talk about how this innovative initiative is helping launch and sustain powerful custom software projects—from government dashboards to internal tooling, startup MVPs to high-impact enterprise systems.

Cody shares the origins of the ASF model, why Appalachia is an underestimated tech hub, and how the team is fostering a new kind of talent pipeline—one where local craftsmanship meets world-class code. They also touch on Cody’s favorite part of the dev process, the clipboard of the future, and a greenhouse management platform changing the way growers do business.

If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to build impactful, imaginative software right in the heart of Appalachia, this one’s for you.

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]]> Building Software in the Mountains: Inside the Appalachian Software Factory

What happens when you combine startup spirit, enterprise-grade engineering, and a deep love for the mountains of West Virginia? You get the Appalachia Software Factory. In this episode of Human Coded, host Quinn Brewer sits down with Cody Childers, leader of M&S Consulting’s Customer Development team, to talk about how this innovative initiative is helping launch and sustain powerful custom software projects—from government dashboards to internal tooling, startup MVPs to high-impact enterprise systems.

Cody shares the origins of the ASF model, why Appalachia is an underestimated tech hub, and how the team is fostering a new kind of talent pipeline—one where local craftsmanship meets world-class code. They also touch on Cody’s favorite part of the dev process, the clipboard of the future, and a greenhouse management platform changing the way growers do business.

If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to build impactful, imaginative software right in the heart of Appalachia, this one’s for you.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-17253701 Fri, 30 May 2025 10:00:00 -0500 846 18 full false Human Coded 017: Why Great Technology Still Fails Without the Right People Behind It Human Coded 017: Why Great Technology Still Fails Without the Right People Behind It In this episode of Human-Coded, we wrap up our series on the three pillars of change management by diving into the most misunderstood of the bunch—technology. Joined by M&S Consulting’s Casey Zaitz and Ashok Aggarwal, we unpack why technology alone doesn't drive meaningful transformation and what it actually takes to implement tools that stick. From mergers and acquisitions to failed Salesforce rollouts and the real reason AI adoption lags in enterprise settings, this conversation brings clarity to why change fails and how organizations can do it better. If you’ve ever thought a new tool would fix your team’s problems, this one’s for you.

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]]> In this episode of Human-Coded, we wrap up our series on the three pillars of change management by diving into the most misunderstood of the bunch—technology. Joined by M&S Consulting’s Casey Zaitz and Ashok Aggarwal, we unpack why technology alone doesn't drive meaningful transformation and what it actually takes to implement tools that stick. From mergers and acquisitions to failed Salesforce rollouts and the real reason AI adoption lags in enterprise settings, this conversation brings clarity to why change fails and how organizations can do it better. If you’ve ever thought a new tool would fix your team’s problems, this one’s for you.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-17119356 Wed, 07 May 2025 16:00:00 -0500 1077 17 full false Human Coded 016: Blueprinting Organizational Change Management for Real Results Human Coded 016: Blueprinting Organizational Change Management for Real Results What does it really take to lead change across an entire organization? In this episode of Human-Coded, we sit down with Casey Zas, leader of M&S Consulting’s Organizational Transformation practice, to unpack what organizational change management looks like when it’s done right.

We explore the delicate balance between creating urgency and preventing burnout, how to uncover hidden inefficiencies through collaborative workshops, and why executive buy-in isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. You’ll also hear how skeptics can become surprising champions of change and what metrics actually matter when tracking transformation.

If you’ve ever led a change initiative that stalled—or you're gearing up to start one—this episode is packed with the practical insight and empathy needed to guide people, teams, and businesses through lasting change.

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]]> What does it really take to lead change across an entire organization? In this episode of Human-Coded, we sit down with Casey Zas, leader of M&S Consulting’s Organizational Transformation practice, to unpack what organizational change management looks like when it’s done right.

We explore the delicate balance between creating urgency and preventing burnout, how to uncover hidden inefficiencies through collaborative workshops, and why executive buy-in isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. You’ll also hear how skeptics can become surprising champions of change and what metrics actually matter when tracking transformation.

If you’ve ever led a change initiative that stalled—or you're gearing up to start one—this episode is packed with the practical insight and empathy needed to guide people, teams, and businesses through lasting change.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16906482 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1177 16 full false Human Coded 015: Turning Resistance into Buy-In - The Art of People Change Management Human Coded 015: Turning Resistance into Buy-In - The Art of People Change Management In this episode of Human Coded, we continue our deep dive into change management, focusing on the most crucial and often most challenging aspect—people. Host Quinn Brewer is joined by returning guest Casey Zaitz, a change management and agile expert, along with Alexander Wenzel, a key player in project management at M&S Consulting. Together, they explore how leaders can navigate resistance to change, turn skeptics into advocates, and build trust across an organization. They also discuss M&S Consulting’s approach to facilitating successful change initiatives and the importance of addressing the human operating system—because even the best technology solutions fail without adoption. Whether you're leading a transformation or managing a team through change, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you make change stick.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we continue our deep dive into change management, focusing on the most crucial and often most challenging aspect—people. Host Quinn Brewer is joined by returning guest Casey Zaitz, a change management and agile expert, along with Alexander Wenzel, a key player in project management at M&S Consulting. Together, they explore how leaders can navigate resistance to change, turn skeptics into advocates, and build trust across an organization. They also discuss M&S Consulting’s approach to facilitating successful change initiatives and the importance of addressing the human operating system—because even the best technology solutions fail without adoption. Whether you're leading a transformation or managing a team through change, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you make change stick.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16779807 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0500 1187 15 full false Human Coded 014: The Change Equation - People, Process, and Technology Human Coded 014: The Change Equation - People, Process, and Technology Welcome back to Human Coded, the M&S Consulting podcast at the intersection of business, people, and technology. In this episode, we’re kicking off a brand-new series on Change Management—and why having a solid plan is essential for organizations navigating digital transformation.

Joining us today is Casey Zaitz, Director of Agile Project Management and Organizational Transformation at M&S Consulting. Casey shares her expertise on the three core pillars of change management—people, process, and technology—and explains why neglecting any one of these areas can lead to failed implementations.

We explore why businesses seek expert guidance for change initiatives, the common challenges they face, and what separates successful transformations from those that stall. Casey also walks us through real-world examples of change done right, from enterprise-wide ERP rollouts to team-level process improvements.

If your organization is preparing for a major shift—or struggling to get people on board with a new system—this conversation is for you. Plus, we preview what’s ahead in this series, including deep dives into managing resistance, securing leadership buy-in, and integrating technology in a way that truly drives adoption.

Tune in and get ready to rethink the way you approach change!

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]]> Welcome back to Human Coded, the M&S Consulting podcast at the intersection of business, people, and technology. In this episode, we’re kicking off a brand-new series on Change Management—and why having a solid plan is essential for organizations navigating digital transformation.

Joining us today is Casey Zaitz, Director of Agile Project Management and Organizational Transformation at M&S Consulting. Casey shares her expertise on the three core pillars of change management—people, process, and technology—and explains why neglecting any one of these areas can lead to failed implementations.

We explore why businesses seek expert guidance for change initiatives, the common challenges they face, and what separates successful transformations from those that stall. Casey also walks us through real-world examples of change done right, from enterprise-wide ERP rollouts to team-level process improvements.

If your organization is preparing for a major shift—or struggling to get people on board with a new system—this conversation is for you. Plus, we preview what’s ahead in this series, including deep dives into managing resistance, securing leadership buy-in, and integrating technology in a way that truly drives adoption.

Tune in and get ready to rethink the way you approach change!

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16699050 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0600 1284 14 full false Human Coded 013: AI & the Microsoft Ecosystem: A Business Leader’s Guide Human Coded 013: AI & the Microsoft Ecosystem: A Business Leader’s Guide In this episode of Human Coded, we continue our deep dive into Microsoft’s evolving AI strategy and its impact on businesses. Joining us once again is Jay Mason, who leads the AI practice at M&S Consulting, and Cody Childers, head of the Microsoft division and custom development team.

We explore how Microsoft’s AI integration—spanning tools like Office 365, GitHub, Azure, and CoPilot—is shaping enterprise productivity, automation, and security. Jay and Cody break down why Microsoft’s approach to AI is unique, how businesses can practically leverage these tools, and what the future holds for AI-powered business solutions.

From AI-driven productivity enhancements to the growing role of agentic AI and cloud-based security, this episode is packed with insights for organizations looking to maximize Microsoft’s AI ecosystem.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we continue our deep dive into Microsoft’s evolving AI strategy and its impact on businesses. Joining us once again is Jay Mason, who leads the AI practice at M&S Consulting, and Cody Childers, head of the Microsoft division and custom development team.

We explore how Microsoft’s AI integration—spanning tools like Office 365, GitHub, Azure, and CoPilot—is shaping enterprise productivity, automation, and security. Jay and Cody break down why Microsoft’s approach to AI is unique, how businesses can practically leverage these tools, and what the future holds for AI-powered business solutions.

From AI-driven productivity enhancements to the growing role of agentic AI and cloud-based security, this episode is packed with insights for organizations looking to maximize Microsoft’s AI ecosystem.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16612632 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:00:00 -0600 1837 13 full false Human Coded 012: How Microsoft Powers the Modern Workplace Human Coded 012: How Microsoft Powers the Modern Workplace Microsoft is everywhere in the enterprise world—but what makes it such a smart choice for businesses? In this episode of Human-Coded, Quinn Brewer is joined by Cody Childers, head of custom development at M&S Consulting, and Ashok Agarwal, co-founder and managing partner, to explore Microsoft's deep integration into business operations. They discuss the breadth of Microsoft's technology stack, its role in digital transformation, and how enterprises benefit from its innovation, security, and seamless ecosystem. From Azure to Power BI, Teams to Dynamics, they explain how Microsoft’s offerings empower businesses to operate efficiently and stay competitive.

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]]> Microsoft is everywhere in the enterprise world—but what makes it such a smart choice for businesses? In this episode of Human-Coded, Quinn Brewer is joined by Cody Childers, head of custom development at M&S Consulting, and Ashok Agarwal, co-founder and managing partner, to explore Microsoft's deep integration into business operations. They discuss the breadth of Microsoft's technology stack, its role in digital transformation, and how enterprises benefit from its innovation, security, and seamless ecosystem. From Azure to Power BI, Teams to Dynamics, they explain how Microsoft’s offerings empower businesses to operate efficiently and stay competitive.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16527217 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0600 1537 12 full false Human Coded 011: AI in 2024 - Lessons Learned and Predictions for the Year Ahead Human Coded 011: AI in 2024 - Lessons Learned and Predictions for the Year Ahead 2024 was a pivotal year for AI adoption, experimentation, and enterprise-level innovation, but it was also a year filled with challenges and hard-learned lessons. In this episode, Quinn Brewer is joined by AI experts Jay Mason and Leo Tome' to reflect on the successes and limitations of AI in 2024 and share predictions for 2025. From navigating the hype versus reality of generative AI to the emerging potential of agentic AI, the conversation is packed with actionable insights for businesses looking to harness AI effectively. They discuss foundational priorities like data governance, security, and reskilling while exploring advanced concepts like autonomous systems, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and quantum computing's implications for AI.

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]]> 2024 was a pivotal year for AI adoption, experimentation, and enterprise-level innovation, but it was also a year filled with challenges and hard-learned lessons. In this episode, Quinn Brewer is joined by AI experts Jay Mason and Leo Tome' to reflect on the successes and limitations of AI in 2024 and share predictions for 2025. From navigating the hype versus reality of generative AI to the emerging potential of agentic AI, the conversation is packed with actionable insights for businesses looking to harness AI effectively. They discuss foundational priorities like data governance, security, and reskilling while exploring advanced concepts like autonomous systems, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and quantum computing's implications for AI.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16398513 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0600 2735 11 full false Human Coded 010: The Ethics of AI Human Coded 010: The Ethics of AI AI is shaping the future of technology, business, and our everyday lives—raising fascinating and complex ethical questions. In this episode of Human-Coded, Jay Mason and Leo Tomei, resident AI experts at M&S Consulting, dive into the nuances of AI ethics. From the treatment of AI tools and robots to addressing bias, transparency, accountability, and privacy, this conversation explores how businesses can implement AI responsibly. Along the way, we touch on everything from gamification to deepfakes and self-driving cars. Thought-provoking and packed with insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the evolving AI landscape.

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]]> AI is shaping the future of technology, business, and our everyday lives—raising fascinating and complex ethical questions. In this episode of Human-Coded, Jay Mason and Leo Tomei, resident AI experts at M&S Consulting, dive into the nuances of AI ethics. From the treatment of AI tools and robots to addressing bias, transparency, accountability, and privacy, this conversation explores how businesses can implement AI responsibly. Along the way, we touch on everything from gamification to deepfakes and self-driving cars. Thought-provoking and packed with insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the evolving AI landscape.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16370509 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0600 3077 10 full false Human Coded 009: Deploying AI That Delivers Human Coded 009: Deploying AI That Delivers In this episode of Human Coded, we dive into the critical topic of AI deployment for businesses. Hosts Quinn, Jay, and Leo discuss actionable strategies for rolling out AI solutions effectively, including getting buy-in from key stakeholders, building employee trust through transparent communication, and designing impactful user training programs. Learn how to identify the right use cases, pilot projects, and scalable solutions to ensure your AI initiatives align with business goals. This episode is packed with insights to help organizations navigate the challenges of integrating AI while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. Whether you're new to AI or looking to refine your approach, this conversation is a must-listen.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we dive into the critical topic of AI deployment for businesses. Hosts Quinn, Jay, and Leo discuss actionable strategies for rolling out AI solutions effectively, including getting buy-in from key stakeholders, building employee trust through transparent communication, and designing impactful user training programs. Learn how to identify the right use cases, pilot projects, and scalable solutions to ensure your AI initiatives align with business goals. This episode is packed with insights to help organizations navigate the challenges of integrating AI while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. Whether you're new to AI or looking to refine your approach, this conversation is a must-listen.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16302302 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0600 1982 9 full false Human Coded 008: Generative AI Is Rewriting The Rules Of Business Human Coded 008: Generative AI Is Rewriting The Rules Of Business In this episode of Human Coded, Quinn Brewer, Jay Mason, and Leo Tome dive into the transformative world of generative AI. They explore what makes generative AI different from traditional AI, its ability to create text, images, and even music, and the exciting yet complex challenges it brings to businesses. From understanding how generative AI works to its role in accelerating digital transformation, the discussion touches on practical use cases, ethical considerations, and the importance of high-quality data. Tune in for an engaging conversation about generative AI's potential, risks, and future—and how to leverage it effectively in your organization.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, Quinn Brewer, Jay Mason, and Leo Tome dive into the transformative world of generative AI. They explore what makes generative AI different from traditional AI, its ability to create text, images, and even music, and the exciting yet complex challenges it brings to businesses. From understanding how generative AI works to its role in accelerating digital transformation, the discussion touches on practical use cases, ethical considerations, and the importance of high-quality data. Tune in for an engaging conversation about generative AI's potential, risks, and future—and how to leverage it effectively in your organization.

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16223614 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0600 2362 8 full false Human Coded 007: How Machine Learning Forecasts the Future Human Coded 007: How Machine Learning Forecasts the Future Welcome back to Human-Coded, the podcast exploring the dynamic intersection of technology and people. In today’s episode, we dive into the foundational components of machine learning as part of our ongoing AI Roadmap series. Hosts Quinn Brewer, Leo Tomei, and Jay Mason break down the world of classification apps, prediction models, and computer vision.

From email spam filters to fraud detection and customer segmentation, we explore how classification apps transform industries. We also discuss predictive models that help businesses forecast outcomes and the powerful, futuristic applications of computer vision in manufacturing, autonomous vehicles, and more.

Along the way, we tackle the ethical implications of AI, including fairness, bias, and explainability, offering practical advice for business leaders looking to implement AI effectively. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast or a business leader curious about machine learning, this conversation is packed with insights to guide you through the transformative possibilities of AI.

Don’t miss this episode—it’s your gateway to understanding how AI can revolutionize your operations. If you have questions or want to connect with Jay or Leo, check out the links in the show notes.

Let’s explore the future together.

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]]> Welcome back to Human-Coded, the podcast exploring the dynamic intersection of technology and people. In today’s episode, we dive into the foundational components of machine learning as part of our ongoing AI Roadmap series. Hosts Quinn Brewer, Leo Tomei, and Jay Mason break down the world of classification apps, prediction models, and computer vision.

From email spam filters to fraud detection and customer segmentation, we explore how classification apps transform industries. We also discuss predictive models that help businesses forecast outcomes and the powerful, futuristic applications of computer vision in manufacturing, autonomous vehicles, and more.

Along the way, we tackle the ethical implications of AI, including fairness, bias, and explainability, offering practical advice for business leaders looking to implement AI effectively. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast or a business leader curious about machine learning, this conversation is packed with insights to guide you through the transformative possibilities of AI.

Don’t miss this episode—it’s your gateway to understanding how AI can revolutionize your operations. If you have questions or want to connect with Jay or Leo, check out the links in the show notes.

Let’s explore the future together.

https://www.mandsconsulting.com/contact-us/

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16141641 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0600 2718 7 full false Human Coded 006: Unlocking Built-In AI To Leverage What You Already Have Human Coded 006: Unlocking Built-In AI To Leverage What You Already Have In this episode of Human Coded, we delve into the power of AI features that are often hiding in plain sight within the tools we already use. From CRM systems that anticipate customer needs to office tools that automate tedious tasks, built-in AI is transforming how businesses operate. Hosts Quinn, Jay Mason, and Leo Tomè explore how leveraging these embedded capabilities can boost productivity, streamline operations, and enhance customer interactions without requiring a massive overhaul. They share practical examples, from automated data extraction in invoices to smart systems in manufacturing that respond to real-time data. Whether you’re just beginning to explore AI in your workplace or looking to get more from your existing tech, this episode offers actionable insights on maximizing the AI tools you already have.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we delve into the power of AI features that are often hiding in plain sight within the tools we already use. From CRM systems that anticipate customer needs to office tools that automate tedious tasks, built-in AI is transforming how businesses operate. Hosts Quinn, Jay Mason, and Leo Tomè explore how leveraging these embedded capabilities can boost productivity, streamline operations, and enhance customer interactions without requiring a massive overhaul. They share practical examples, from automated data extraction in invoices to smart systems in manufacturing that respond to real-time data. Whether you’re just beginning to explore AI in your workplace or looking to get more from your existing tech, this episode offers actionable insights on maximizing the AI tools you already have.

https://www.mandsconsulting.com/contact-us/

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-16048277 Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2244 6 full false Human Coded 005: How RPA and IPA Are Shaping Business For The Future Human Coded 005: How RPA and IPA Are Shaping Business For The Future In this episode of Human Coded, we continue our deep dive into AI integration and business automation, exploring the world of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and its evolution into Intelligent Process Automation (IPA). Our guests, Maria Pelaez, Jay Mason, and Leo, share their insights on how businesses can start small with RPA, automating mundane tasks, and scale up to more complex, decision-making processes with AI. They discuss the practical steps companies can take to implement automation successfully, the benefits of IPA, and what the future holds for AI in business. Whether you're just getting started with automation or looking to enhance your digital transformation efforts, this episode has something for you.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we continue our deep dive into AI integration and business automation, exploring the world of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and its evolution into Intelligent Process Automation (IPA). Our guests, Maria Pelaez, Jay Mason, and Leo, share their insights on how businesses can start small with RPA, automating mundane tasks, and scale up to more complex, decision-making processes with AI. They discuss the practical steps companies can take to implement automation successfully, the benefits of IPA, and what the future holds for AI in business. Whether you're just getting started with automation or looking to enhance your digital transformation efforts, this episode has something for you.

https://www.mandsconsulting.com/contact-us/

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-15979925 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2214 5 full false Human Coded 004: Unlocking Business Insights with AI-Powered Data Platforms Human Coded 004: Unlocking Business Insights with AI-Powered Data Platforms In this episode of Human Coded, Jay Mason and Leo Tomè from M&S Consulting dive into the essentials of AI data platforms and how businesses can use them to drive smarter, more secure decision-making. The discussion covers key topics like data privacy, security, and integration while exploring the potential of AI to analyze large volumes of data and provide actionable insights. They also address concerns about AI misuse and the importance of building a data-driven culture. Whether you're just starting with AI or looking to improve your data strategies, this episode offers valuable advice on leveraging AI for business success.

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, Jay Mason and Leo Tomè from M&S Consulting dive into the essentials of AI data platforms and how businesses can use them to drive smarter, more secure decision-making. The discussion covers key topics like data privacy, security, and integration while exploring the potential of AI to analyze large volumes of data and provide actionable insights. They also address concerns about AI misuse and the importance of building a data-driven culture. Whether you're just starting with AI or looking to improve your data strategies, this episode offers valuable advice on leveraging AI for business success.

https://www.mandsconsulting.com/contact-us/

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-15897034 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1947 4 full false Human Coded 003: From Data to Insight: Building a Winning AI Strategy Human Coded 003: From Data to Insight: Building a Winning AI Strategy In this episode of Human Coded, we dive into the essential building blocks of data quality and AI strategy. Jimmy Lutz, Jay Mason, and Leo Tomè discuss why clean, consistent data is crucial for AI success and the impact of poor data on business decisions. They cover the challenges of implementing AI, from identifying the right use cases to fostering a data-driven culture across organizations. Plus, don’t miss the fun “Fact or Fiction” segment, where they debunk popular AI myths from the movies. Whether you’re just starting your AI journey or looking to refine your data strategy, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice to help you harness the power of AI. Tune in to discover how to turn your data into a strategic asset!

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]]> In this episode of Human Coded, we dive into the essential building blocks of data quality and AI strategy. Jimmy Lutz, Jay Mason, and Leo Tomè discuss why clean, consistent data is crucial for AI success and the impact of poor data on business decisions. They cover the challenges of implementing AI, from identifying the right use cases to fostering a data-driven culture across organizations. Plus, don’t miss the fun “Fact or Fiction” segment, where they debunk popular AI myths from the movies. Whether you’re just starting your AI journey or looking to refine your data strategy, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice to help you harness the power of AI. Tune in to discover how to turn your data into a strategic asset!

https://www.mandsconsulting.com/contact-us/

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-15813474 Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0500 1473 3 full false Human Coded 002: Understanding Your Current Business Environment for Successful AI Integration Human Coded 002: Understanding Your Current Business Environment for Successful AI Integration In the second episode of Human Coded, Jimmy Lutz hosts a discussion how to understand your current business environment to prepare for integrating AI into business strategy. Joined by Jay Mason and Leo Tome' from M&S Consulting, they cover essential topics including regulatory factors, necessary skills for employees, and practical AI applications. They emphasize the importance of following existing technology plans, setting clear objectives, ensuring ethical practices, and continuous learning. They also provide insights on the European AI Act, the need for rigorous testing, and involving diverse teams in AI design. The discussion concludes with recommendations for maximizing AI integration, maintaining data security, and fostering user adoption.

Find resources and additional insight in the show notes for this episode: https://www.mandsconsulting.com/human-coded-002/

For contact or questions please email: humancoded@mandsc.com

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]]> In the second episode of Human Coded, Jimmy Lutz hosts a discussion how to understand your current business environment to prepare for integrating AI into business strategy. Joined by Jay Mason and Leo Tome' from M&S Consulting, they cover essential topics including regulatory factors, necessary skills for employees, and practical AI applications. They emphasize the importance of following existing technology plans, setting clear objectives, ensuring ethical practices, and continuous learning. They also provide insights on the European AI Act, the need for rigorous testing, and involving diverse teams in AI design. The discussion concludes with recommendations for maximizing AI integration, maintaining data security, and fostering user adoption.

Find resources and additional insight in the show notes for this episode: https://www.mandsconsulting.com/human-coded-002/

For contact or questions please email: humancoded@mandsc.com

https://www.mandsconsulting.com/contact-us/

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-15652261 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0500 1579 2 full false Human Coded 001: AI & Business – An Overview of the Current Landscape Human Coded 001: AI & Business – An Overview of the Current Landscape Welcome to the first episode of Human Coded! Join host Jimmy Lutz and AI experts Jay Mason and Leo Tome' as they share insights into the constantly evolving landscape of AI in business. This episode covers the state of AI, essential use cases, predictive capabilities, and the underlying technologies driving change. The discussion also touches on crucial considerations for implementing AI in organizations, such as data quality, cultural change, and ethical implications. Tune in to learn how AI can help your business be more productive and effective, and what steps you need to take to successfully integrate AI into your business strategy.

Find resources and additional insight in the show notes for this episode: https://www.mandsconsulting.com/human-coded-001/

For contact or questions please email: humancoded@mandsc.com

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]]> Welcome to the first episode of Human Coded! Join host Jimmy Lutz and AI experts Jay Mason and Leo Tome' as they share insights into the constantly evolving landscape of AI in business. This episode covers the state of AI, essential use cases, predictive capabilities, and the underlying technologies driving change. The discussion also touches on crucial considerations for implementing AI in organizations, such as data quality, cultural change, and ethical implications. Tune in to learn how AI can help your business be more productive and effective, and what steps you need to take to successfully integrate AI into your business strategy.

Find resources and additional insight in the show notes for this episode: https://www.mandsconsulting.com/human-coded-001/

For contact or questions please email: humancoded@mandsc.com

https://www.mandsconsulting.com/contact-us/

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]]> M&S Consulting Buzzsprout-15652043 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0500 2465 AI, Digital Transformation, Business, Technology, Artificial Intelligence 1 full false Trailer: Human Coded Trailer: Human Coded Each week, we’ll bring you discussions with thought leaders, innovators, and experts who are driving change in their fields. Whether it’s exploring the impact of AI on industries, understanding the business strategies behind tech success, or highlighting the human experiences intertwined with these advancements, "Human-Coded" connects the dots between technology and the real world.

If you’re passionate about technology and curious about the human side of innovation, this podcast is for you.

For show notes and the episode transcript, head to mandsconsulting.com/blog/

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]]> Each week, we’ll bring you discussions with thought leaders, innovators, and experts who are driving change in their fields. Whether it’s exploring the impact of AI on industries, understanding the business strategies behind tech success, or highlighting the human experiences intertwined with these advancements, "Human-Coded" connects the dots between technology and the real world.

If you’re passionate about technology and curious about the human side of innovation, this podcast is for you.

For show notes and the episode transcript, head to mandsconsulting.com/blog/

https://www.mandsconsulting.com/contact-us/

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