In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming business processes, companies face a significant dilemma: whether to hire expensive AI specialists or pivot towards more cost-effective and scalable options. With industry giants like Netflix offering compensation packages as high as $900,000 for AI Product Managers, the perceived value of AI expertise is high. However, smaller companies wanting to apply AI might be scared off by these numbers, raising questions about the viability and affordability of such roles. This article explores the financial implications of implementing AI, the challenges of AI adoption, and the benefits of choosing the right data platform for AI implementation. We delve into some AI use cases managed through automation versus those handled by specialized AI engineers, and describe the role of platforms like Krista in making AI accessible to companies regardless of their size.

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