Build, Buy or Blend? How to Bring Your Best AI Strategy—and Sandwich—to the Table

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Should you build, buy or blend when deploying AI? And what about BYO-AI?

In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, we dive into the critical decisions facing leaders and tech teams in today's AI-powered enterprise. Gartner expert Whit Andrews and host Karen Stokes Lockhart explore the nuances of AI strategy — when to invest in custom models, how to scale responsibly and what it really takes to turn AI hype into business value.

You'll learn:
• The pros and cons of building vs. buying AI solutions
• How to identify uses cases where a hybrid "blend" approach delivers the most value
• What AI business leaders need to know before allocating budgets to AI initiatives
• Real-world examples of AI success — and failure

Whether you're a CIO, strategist or business decision-maker, this episode will help you navigate the future of AI with clarity and confidence.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro: Why AI Strategy Matters Now
00:48 Build, Buy or Blend? Defining Your AI Approach
01:38 What "AI Coming from Everywhere" Really Means
03:28 Embedded AI: The Hidden Layer in Your Existing Tools
05:00 BYO-AI: The Risks of Unapproved AI at Work
06:35 AI at the Table: Governance, Sharing and Risk
08:15 Build vs. Blend: What's the Real Difference?
10:15 Governance Gets Personal: AI, Data and Social Impact
12:55 New Rules: Why AI Requires a Rethink of Risk and Trust
15:05 The AI Tech Sandwich vs. the Traditional Tech Stack
18:15 Breaking Down the Layers of the AI Sandwich
22:00 Governance Decisions: What Goes on the Sandwich?
25:00 Use Cases: Aligning Your Sandwich with Business Goals
28:35 How to Customize Your AI Sandwich for Revenue or Cost
31:35 Creating a Balanced AI Portfolio for Long-Term Success
33:50 How to Start: From Cheese Slices to Sandwich Smorgasbord
36:00 Myth-busting: No, You Can't Bring a 3-Star Meal Home (Yet)
39:00 Final Takeaway: There's No Such Thing as a Bad Sandwich

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