Word of the Day: augmented intelligence

Word of the Day Daily updates on the latest technology terms | December 13, 2019 augmented intelligence Augmented intelligence is an alternative conceptualization of artificial intelligence that focuses on AI's assistive role, emphasizing the fact that it is designed to enhance human intelligence rather than replace it. The choice of the word augmented, which means "to improve," reinforces the role human intelligence plays when using machine learning and deep learning algorithms to discover relationships and solve problems. Some industry experts believe that the term artificial intelligence is too closely linked to popular culture, causing the general public to have unrealistic fears about artificial intelligence and improbable expectations about how it will change the workplace and life in general. Researchers and marketers hope the term augmented intelligence, which has a more neutral connotation, will help people understand that AI will simply improve products and services, not replace the humans that use them. An alternative label for artificial intelligence also reflects the current state of technology and research more accurately. While a sophisticated AI program is certainly capable of making a decision after analyzing patterns in large data sets, that decision is only as good as the data that human beings gave the programming to use. IBM, which has invested heavily in artificial intelligence with the Watson cognitive system, has embraced the label augmented intelligence and has also suggested the term intelligence augmentation (IA), not only to emphasize the supportive role of the technology but also to avoid confusion caused by using AI as an abbreviation. Other alternative suggestions for replacing the label include machine-augmented intelligence and cognitive augmentation. Quote of the Day "Augmented intelligence can contribute to streamlining business processes and aid human workers in a concrete, helpful and cost-effective manner." - David Petersson Trending Terms machine learning deep learning IBM Watson supercomputer augmented analytics AI augmented reality Learning Center Augmented intelligence: The clearest path to focused AI? Despite an onslaught of investment, artificial intelligence progress has stalled. CIOs should focus their time -- and money -- on improving augmented intelligence. Here's some expert advice on the how augmented intelligence is benefitting advancements in AI. Augmented human intelligence: Using AI to streamline business process A recent survey found that the impact of AI is amplified when the technology is aimed at making employees better at their jobs. Augmented human intelligence improves business performance by streamlining business processes and targeting tasks that humans struggle with. Find out why here. How augmented intelligence can enhance jobs Augmented intelligence, or the use of AI to enhance human skills, will transform work in ways we can't imagine today. But companies can take steps to prepare for that unknown today, according to experts at a recent forum on AI at MIT. Augmented vs. artificial intelligence: What's the difference? Artificial intelligence is a hot topic, but as BoldIQ's Roei Ganzarski notes, true AI doesn't exist today; what we're experiencing is augmented intelligence. Augmented analytics, automated tools facilitate data analysis With augmented analytics, automated machine learning and other technologies, BI and analytics vendors are increasingly incorporating AI functionality into their software to simplify and speed up the analytics process for users. Quiz Yourself Although some parts of the consumer industry are adept at using artificial intelligence apps practically and profitably, most businesses are slow to ________ and implement AI. A. except B. accept Answer Stay in Touch For feedback about any of our definitions or to suggest a new definition, please contact me at: mrouse@techtarget.com Visit the Word of the Day Archives and catch up on what you've missed! FOLLOW US About This E-Newsletter This e-newsletter is published by the TechTarget network. To unsubscribe from Whatis.com, click here. Please note, this will not affect any other subscriptions you have signed up for. TechTarget, Whatis, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466. Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com Copyright 2018 TechTarget. All rights reserved.