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March 16, 2022
Will AI take over our jobs? Perhaps even take over the world? And what about malicious intent? There are all kinds of myths surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI). With extensive focus on such issues, little attention is being devoted to the opportunities that algorithms and AI offer us. There are opportunities all around us, even for solving complex (social) issues. Yet... these opportunities need to be identified and tackled. What (hidden) opportunities are out there? What are the myths? And are these myths also risks? In this first part out of two, we take a closer look at the opportunities presented by AI.
A conversation with Gerrit Timmer, Co-founder and Chief Science Officer (CSO) at ORTEC
Will AI take over our jobs? Perhaps even take over the world? And what about malicious intent? There are all kinds of myths surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI). With extensive focus on such issues, little attention is being devoted to the opportunities that algorithms and AI offer us. There are opportunities all around us, even for solving complex (social) issues. Yet... these opportunities need to be identified and tackled. What (hidden) opportunities are out there? What are the myths? And are these myths also risks? In this second part out of two, we take a closer look at the myths. Missed part one about the opportunities? You can read it here.
A conversation with Gerrit Timmer, Co-founder and Chief Science Officer (CSO) at ORTEC
“Algorithms and the increased demand for transparency are forcing companies to reconsider their ethical compass”
Prof. Marc Salomon is a professor at the University of Amsterdam, chairman of the Amsterdam Business School and co-founder of the Analytics Academy. In this interview, he shares his thoughts on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and recent developments in this field: "Algorithmic decision-making is forcing companies to reconsider their ethical compass. This is not a new development. However, society’s desire for transparent decision-making has, in recent years, become more pronounced. In my opinion, this is partly due to the popularity of AI, but it’s also simply a sign of the times." With society now demanding a greater degree of transparency than ever before, companies find themselves forced to show their hand. Does your algorithm serve only to optimize profits, or does it take social aspects, diversity and the environment into account as well? Transparent algorithms are becoming an increasingly clear indicator of your company’s true values.”
Interview with Marc Salomon, professor at the University of Amsterdam
June 30, 2021
Zoetermeer, The Netherlands –Since our foundation in 1981, we are driven by our intrinsic motivation to use our passion for mathematics to contribute to a better world. This year, while celebrating 40 years of positive impact on the world, we are raising our own climate ambitions. Through an internal activation campaign and in collaboration with Trees for All, we are compensating our CO2 emissions. ORTEC employees around the globe have happily supported the reforestation initiative by participating in the internal campaign. As a result, we can compensate nearly 3,500 tonnes of CO2, which is roughly comparable to the CO2 absorption of 20,000 trees. This allows us to achieve net-zero emissions for 2020 and 2021.
“Setting the agenda together is the best way to ensure broad-based support”
When Ingrid de Swart joined a.s.r. in December 2019, the main mission she was tasked with was to get more out of the sum of parts. “Organizing ourselves even stronger, based on customers’ needs and wishes. Because today’s customers don’t only need products, but services too. To improve our services, we plan to use data, focus on digitization and make a.s.r an even more recognizable brand by giving it for example a clear digital front door. So, my focus needed to be on customers, data, digitization and innovation, while maintaining all the good things we already had.”
Interview with Ingrid de Swart, member board of directors a.s.r.