In an interview with Forbes, Previn discussed how Cisco is using technology to transform the hybrid-work experience and the lessons he learned from his famous parents that have made him a better leader. He also touched on the use of AI, stating that initial use cases have been around language mastery, with AI showing better response rates to follow-up emails than human recruiters. He believes the next wave of AI change may be in business development, helping to figure out how to make more money rather than spend less.
Key takeaways:
- Fletcher Previn, son of actress Mia Farrow and Oscar-winning composer André Previn, is now the chief information officer for Cisco, leading IT in a company that has created the IT infrastructure for much of corporate America.
- Previn is interested in using technology to build culture, stating that while technology can be stolen, it's hard to steal someone's culture.
- He spoke about how Cisco is using technology to transform the hybrid-work experience and the best use cases of AI today, which include mastery of language and improving response rates to follow-up emails.
- Previn believes the next wave of change may be in areas like business development, where AI can be helpful in figuring out how to make more money rather than spending less.