Peter's POV
Peter's POVNotes from the field
Notes from the field. What is working, what is not, and what is next.
Peter Schliesmann has spent 20+ years in enterprise technology, most of it as a CIO and CIDO at organizations across manufacturing, professional services, and financial services.
These posts are his unfiltered read on what is happening with AI right now. No vendor relationships shaping the opinion. No analyst frameworks. What is working, what is oversold, and where to pay attention.
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Peter's POV Articles
March 25, 2026
How to Find Out What AI Your Competitors Are Using
You suspect your competitors are using AI. Here is a practical framework for figuring out exactly what they are doing and how to close the gap before it gets wider.
March 25, 2026
How to Build an AI Roadmap That Gets Executed
Most AI roadmaps sit in a folder. Here's how to build one that turns into working systems: prioritized by ROI, grounded in your actual operations, and short enough to act on.
June 8, 2024
AI Automation for Growing Businesses in Chicago: What's Actually Working in 2026
AI automation for growing businesses in Chicago. What is working right now, what to avoid, and how to get your first project delivering results within 90 days.
June 7, 2024
Why SMBs Need to Embrace AI for a Successful Future
As artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionizes industries, small and medium businesses (SMBs) must adapt and leverage AI to stay competitive.
June 6, 2024
Empowering SMBs Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Discover how AI can help Chicago small and medium businesses (SMBs) level the playing field against larger competitors.
June 5, 2024
The Transformative Impact of GenAI on Business Processes
GenAI is revolutionizing the business world by making processes more efficient and effective across various industries.