Through five real-world case studies, Ruzicka and Shilo demystify AI in clear prose tailored to executives overseeing complex organizations. The examples range from adding predictive analytics to real-time structured data streams to probabilistic engineering on top of unstructured data to the correct use of generative AI on an enterprise-scale. While underscoring AI’s competitive imperative, the authors detail proven methodologies to assess organizational readiness, drive cross-functional execution, and balance innovation velocity with economic viability. Far from an abstract technology treatise, equips business and IT leaders alike with the practical wisdom to spearhead an AI paradigm shift. The fundamental capabilities covered include future-proofing architecture to enable algorithmic business models, launching minimum viable predictions to validate AI value quickly, and leveraging engineering best practices to accelerate AI adoption enterprise-wide. While debunking the myth that AI is magic, Ruzicka and Shilo document how deliberate vision, relentless experimentation and technical recalibration can transform enterprises into category-killing disruptors rather than victims. Master the new digital playbook or accept irrelevance. For executives struggling to translate AI’s promise into practice, provides the blueprint. Harness its competitive power before your organization goes extinct.