Podcast Shownotes

AI is no longer optional — but knowing who to trust with the build is harder than ever. In this episode, we cut through the noise and reveal what actually separates AI companies that ship real production systems from those that only ship demos.

What You'll Learn

• Why AI spending is exploding in 2026 — and what that means for your organization's competitive position
• The critical difference between technical depth and a polished sales pitch when evaluating AI partners
• Why industry experience counts double in AI — especially in regulated sectors like healthcare and fintech
• How leading firms like LeewayHertz, SoftServe, Glorium Technologies, and Globant are approaching AI agents, compliance, and consumer-facing products differently
• The one question you must ask any AI partner before signing a contract — and why the best ones won't hesitate to answer it.

Podcast Agenda

• 00:00 - The Question Every Tech Leader Is Asking Right Now
• 00:16 - The $2.59 Trillion AI Reality Check
• 00:45 - What Actually Separates Real AI From Demo AI
• 01:17 - Why Industry Experience Counts Double in AI
• 01:58 - Inside the Top 10: Compliance, Agents & Consumer AI
• 02:15 - The One Question You Must Ask Before Hiring an AI Partner