Practical Approach to Building an AI-Ready Organization

Are you ready to move beyond AI hype and start delivering results?

A Practical Approach to Building an AI-Ready Organization is the definitive guide for business and technology leaders looking to operationalize AI across the enterprise. Written by Frank Lazaro and Scott Clark, this book offers a clear, actionable roadmap to help companies transform AI from a scattered set of pilots into a scalable, measurable capability.

Drawing on firsthand experience working with mid-market firms and global enterprises, the authors break down what it truly takes to embed AI into culture, operations, and decision-making. Through practical frameworks like TOSCA and real-world examples, readers will learn how to align AI with strategic goals, overcome organizational barriers, and build the internal infrastructure needed for long-term success.

Whether you're a CEO, department head, innovation owner, or transformation lead, this book will help you:

• Understand the six pillars of AI readiness

• Identify high-impact use cases using the TOSCA framework

• Define roles, responsibilities, and ownership at every level

• Build a data strategy that supports scalability and trust

• Avoid common pitfalls in tool selection, governance, and training

• Measure and communicate ROI to secure ongoing investment

• Create a culture of experimentation, enablement, and execution

This is not a book about algorithms. It's a playbook for leaders who want to turn AI into real business value.

If you're tired of AI hype and ready for practical steps that drive results, this is your starting point.