Welcome to episode 128 of the AI in Action podcast, the show where we break down the hype and explore the impact that Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence are making on our everyday lives.

Powered by Alldus International, our goal is to share with you the insights of technologists and data science enthusiasts to showcase the excellent work that is being done within AI in the United States and Europe.

Today’s guest is Hamid Benbrahim, Head of Data & AI at Thomas in New York. Thomas helps B2B buyers and industrial suppliers grow their businesses and their careers. They do so by providing the information, solutions and guidance they need to successfully navigate the digital industrial economy. Hamid has a strong track record of making real business impact by leveraging people, data and machine learning, advanced technology and institutional innovation. 

In the show, Hamid will discuss:

The interesting projects he is working on at Thomas 

What he role as Head of Data & AI entails 

Transitioning from the Financial Sector into the Manufacturing industry 

Challenges of working with Data in Manufacturing 

The excitement of building a Data practice at Thomas 

Important skills he looks for in hiring at Thomas 

What the future looks like & their potential impact in the industry 

To find out more about Hamid and his work at Thomas, check out the website www.thomasnet.com or follow them on Twitter @Thomasnet. You can also connect with Hamid on Linkedin. 

What did you make of Hamid’s podcast? Where do you see the future of AI & Data Science heading in the next few years? We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode, so please leave a comment below.

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