The power of generative AI in IT project and program management (BIZ103)

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Challenging Conventional IT Management with AI-Driven Project Management

Key Takeaways

• 70% of digital transformation projects fail, often due to:
  • Lack of prioritization
  • Inefficient resource allocation
  • Poor visibility into scattered data
• Smart Sheet's AI-driven approach can help address these challenges and ensure seamless project success.

Smart Sheet's AI-Driven Project Management

Virtual Project Assistant

• Smart Sheet's AI acts as a virtual project assistant, helping to:
  • Avoid critical dependencies and unexpected risks
  • Make better assessments of value and prioritization

Resource Allocation

• AI can help balance workloads and align requirements from the start, providing a bird's-eye view for real-time adjustments.

Visibility and Actionable Insights

• Smart Sheet aggregates data from various systems, using AI to provide clear automation and actionable insights.
• Amazon Q natural language queries unlock new insights from structured and unstructured data.
• Predictive capabilities powered by AWS cloud allow for proactive project management.

Empowering Non-Builders

• Smart Sheet's no-code system enables anyone to contribute to project success, not just technical experts.

Data Visualization and Automation

• AI-powered data visualization and text summaries help monitor progress, manage risk, and communicate project status.
• Conversational follow-ups with Amazon Q provide deeper insights and troubleshooting capabilities.

Unlocking Powerful Outcomes

• AI-driven decision-making leads to better project planning, resource allocation, and data-driven automation.
• This creates a flywheel effect, where each project builds on the learnings and optimizations of the previous ones.

Real-World Benefits

• Example case study: 1,800 hours saved for a team of 50, 60% reduction in effort, and 83% first-prompt success rate.

Integrations and Practical Application

• Smart Sheet integrates with various services, enabling bidirectional data sync and deeper insights.
• Demonstration of AI-powered task management, data visualization, and Amazon Q integration for a CRM upgrade project.

Learn More

• Scan the QR codes to explore Smart Sheet's portfolio and project management, as well as its AI capabilities.