The Philippines ranks badly in the global AI Index. This mus...

I HAVE been writing about the integration of artificial intelligence into business many times. Why? Because AI changes the performance of companies, creates new opportunities, and puts organizations ahead of the competition. In other words, we may have no choice but to integrate AI into our operations; there are signs that AI may become compulsory for organizations. I was negatively surprised to read last week that the Philippines lags in the global AI Index. The Philippines ranked the lowest in the region. The index ranks countries based on capacity for artificial intelligence (AI) using 1202 indicators under three pillars: implementation, innovation and investment. Given this situation, there is no doubt that the AI integration in companies has to be taken more seriously -- and without delay. But the government has to be more effective in AI integration also. Why? I am outlining som...