Future-proof your business and accelerate growth with the right strategy and the latest technology

October 14 - 15, 2025 | Free PEX Network Webinar Series

Rahul Zende

Data Scientist Enterprise AI Strategy Navy Federal Credit Union

Rahul is a seasoned AI professional currently working in the financial services industry. Over his past years of experience, he has tackled a variety of problems across different scenarios and came up with innovative solutions that got the job done - as required by stakeholders. This is his expertise. He works with everyone involved, build consensus and implement the proposed solution using a mutually-agreed blueprint.

DAY ONE

11:00 AM Fire-side chat. How to implement AI on a budget for cost-effective transformation initiatives

Although organizations can clearly see the benefits of using AI, not all companies can adopt AI in their transformation initiatives. Implementing AI can be challenging due to costs and varying organizational budgets. Companies must carefully consider their approach to maximize benefits without overspending. In this session we will discuss the strategies of how you can start with AI on a budget.

Key take-aways include:

  • Learn how instead of aiming for complete transformation, you can focus on AI augmentation and enhance existing processes with AI tools that can improve operational efficiency without significant investment.
  • Understand how to identify high-impact use cases and prioritize AI applications with proven ROI and relevance to your specific industry, ensuring that initial projects lead to measurable improvements.
  • Discover how to leverage existing tools and resources, utilize affordable AI platforms and open-source tools, and invest in training employees to effectively integrate AI into their workflows