Rob Blaine

AI Strategist.

Builder.

Consultant.

MBA from MIT Sloan with expertise leveraging Generative AI to solve complex problems, improve processes, and drive innovation.

Experience and Leadership in Generative AI

As a consultant, I've helped startups and Fortune 500 companies navigate the complexities of Generative AI, transforming their operations and uncovering new growth opportunities. At Thinktiv, I developed an AI consulting practice and led AI strategy engagements for private equity firms and their portfolio companies, Fortune 500 enterprises, and startups.

At the Intersection of AI and Business

Now at MIT Sloan, I'm part of the leadership teams at Sundai Club, Boston's premier AI hacking community of MIT and Harvard students, and the Sloan AI/ML Club. I have worked to develop a keen understanding of the technical nuances of AI necessary to identify use cases and assess the feasibility of building them. I have conducted risk analysis for investments prone to disruption or opportunities from AI. Now, I'm building tools to improve the delivery of management consulting services.

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In Search of a Moat: The Decline of B2B SaaS

The enterprise software landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. As AI capabilities become more sophisticated and accessible, the traditional moats that protected B2B SaaS companies are eroding. Features that once took months to develop can now be replicated in days, and the barriers to entry are lower than ever. This transformation is forcing companies to rethink their competitive advantages and value propositions.

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Systems Thinkers: The New 10X Employees

In an era where AI can code, write, and analyze at superhuman speeds, the most valuable employees are no longer those who excel at individual tasks. Instead, the true differentiators are systems thinkers – professionals who can understand complex interactions, identify leverage points, and orchestrate AI tools to create transformative solutions. This shift is redefining what it means to be a high-performing employee.

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Trust Issues: Navigating Our Relationship with AI

As AI systems become more integrated into our daily lives and critical business operations, the question of trust becomes paramount. How do we build AI systems that are not just powerful, but also reliable and transparent? This exploration delves into the technical and psychological aspects of human-AI trust, offering practical frameworks for developing trustworthy AI systems.

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Dive deeper into my perspectives on artificial intelligence, business strategy, and technological innovation. Explore a collection of articles that examine the intersection of technology and business, offering practical insights for navigating the AI-driven future.

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