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From Tool to Capability: Dr. John Sviokla on Building Real AI Advantage

Return On Insights, a PMW Inc. partner company Season 1 Episode 23

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In this episode of Return on Insights, David Lindover talks with Dr. John Sviokla, founder of GAI Insights and Harvard Business School Executive Fellow, about how generative AI is evolving from a technology to a transformative business capability.

Dr. Sviokla draws parallels between AI and the electric motor—both redefining how work gets done. He shares his WINS Framework (Words, Images, Numbers, Sounds) to identify industries most disrupted by AI, and explains why leaders must go beyond hype to develop real, hands-on experience.

Through examples from companies like One Digital and GetJerry.com, he shows how practical AI adoption drives true competitive advantage. His takeaway: don’t chase trends—build capability. Sustainable success comes from understanding AI’s maturity curve, experimenting with intent, and using it to power innovation and growth.

MEET OUR GUEST AND HOSTS:

Dr. John J. Sviokla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsviokla/

David Lindover: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlindover/

Erin Abbatangelo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinabbatangelo/

 Return On Insights, a property of Partner Marketing Works Int’l. Inc. is a collaboration between Erin Abbatangelo and David Lindover, operating as a media division of Partner Marketing Works.