Dirk Anderson, CEO at BlakYaks – Scaling securely and building for the future

Welcome to the fifteenth episode of the Arreoblue Data Podcast. Join our host Stephen Crisp as he delves into the world of Data and AI.

In this episode, Stephen is joined by Dirk Anderson, CEO at BlakYaks, as they discuss the following topics:

• Why many companies fall into the “pilot trap” and struggle to move AI into production
• The renewed role of enterprise architecture in connecting board-level ambition with technical delivery
• A structured approach to AI implementation (Individual, Component, Many) and scaling responsibly
• How businesses can balance innovation with security by enabling AI use within proper guardrails
• The importance of avoiding “shadow IT” through clear, secure pathways to production
• Practical advice for startups, including leveraging networks, staying focused on a niche, and building a strong culture

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Any views expressed in this podcast by Dirk Anderson, are his and his alone. For more information on BlakYaks, please visit – https://www.blakyaks.com/