{"id":10902,"date":"2024-03-26T10:52:08","date_gmt":"2024-03-26T14:52:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-ca\/blog\/?post_type=sage_glossary&#038;p=10902"},"modified":"2024-03-27T05:51:57","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T09:51:57","slug":"what-is-artificial-intelligence","status":"publish","type":"sage_glossary","link":"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-ca\/blog\/glossary\/what-is-artificial-intelligence\/","title":{"rendered":"What is artificial intelligence?"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class=\"entry-header has-dark-background-color entry-header--has-illustration entry-header--has-illustration--generic\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-header__row row align-center\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col col-lg-7 col-xlg-6 entry-header__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"component component-single-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-header__misc text--subtitle text--uppercase text--small\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-ca\/blog\/glossary\/\" class=\"entry-header__link\">Glossary definition<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat is artificial intelligence?\t\t\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"single-post-details container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"col\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"reading-time\"> min read<\/span>\n\t\t<button\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"social-share-button button button--icon button--secondary js-social-share-button\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-title=\"What is artificial intelligence?\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-ca\/blog\/glossary\/what-is-artificial-intelligence\/\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-text=\"Please read this interesting article\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__share-label\">Share<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__copy-label\" hidden>Copy Link<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__copy-tooltip\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden>Copied<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/header>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Artificial Intelligence (AI) lets machines, especially computers, mimic human intelligence, incorporating machine learning, natural language processing, and robotics to learn from data and make decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI is instrumental in automating mundane tasks, sifting through large datasets for insights, and enhancing decision-making capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-learn-more-about-artificial-intelligence\">Learn more about artificial intelligence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-us\/blog\/sage-transform-2024-generative-ai-elevate-your-business\/\">Sage Transform 2024: Top generative AI takeaways to elevate your business<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-us\/blog\/ai-tools-for-saas-finance-a-comprehensive-guide-for-cfos\/\">Generative AI tools for SaaS finance: a CFO\u2019s guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-us\/blog\/genai-risk-and-opportunity-for-saas-cfos\/\">Risk and opportunity in GenAI: tips for SaaS CFOs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-us\/blog\/mastering-your-tech-stack-with-saas-ai\/\">Slash uncertainty with SaaS tech stack AI<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-us\/blog\/trust-build-reliable-ai-tools-customer-success\/\">Trust as a differentiator: How to build reliable AI tools for customer success<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-evolution-of-artificial-intelligence-from-automation-to-generative-ai\">Evolution of artificial intelligence\u2014from automation to generative AI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The evolution of AI from simple automation to generative AI marks a technological shift. This shift has advanced data analysis and insight generation for strategic planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-role-of-ai-in-modern-business\">The role of AI in modern business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI has dramatically changed business management with its ability to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>recognize patterns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>predict behavior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>calculate at incredible speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>unprecedented precision, efficiency, and insight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As companies navigate complex financial terrains, AI is a pivotal ally, particularly within accounting and financial planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-streamlining-financial-operations\">Streamlining financial operations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI transforms financial operations fast, automating tasks like invoicing and payroll to enhance efficiency. This allows companies to strategically focus on growth and optimization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-risk-management-and-fraud-detection\">Risk management and fraud detection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI algorithms in outlier detection can sift through transaction details to ensure they meet regulatory standards, flagging inconsistencies and potential issues before they escalate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ai-driven-continuous-accounting\">AI-driven continuous accounting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI supports continuous accounting through cloud-based record keeping. It offers real-time financial insights for swift decision-making, replacing periodic reviews with a constant, comprehensive financial overview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI-driven continuous accounting lets you promptly anticipate and address financial discrepancies and anomalies. This significantly reduces risk and allows immediate corrective actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This real-time financial insight empowers you to make informed, agile decisions, allowing for quick adaptation to market changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The continuous analysis of financial data through AI helps you optimize business performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and manage resources more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-strategic-financial-planning-forecasting-and-predictive-analysis\">Strategic financial planning, forecasting, and predictive analysis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI boosts financial planning and forecasting by using historical data patterns to predict future trends. It also provides personalized financial advice, empowering proactive management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-sage-nbsp-ai-innovations-empower-smbs-and-accountants\">How Sage&nbsp;AI innovations empower SMBs and accountants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-us\/sage-ai\/\">Sage Ai-powered tools<\/a> are designed to turn challenges into opportunities, helping companies excel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through products like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-us\/sage-business-cloud\/intacct\/\">Sage Intacct<\/a>, you can explore a range of AI features. One such feature is  Accounts Payable (AP) Automation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This streamlines invoice processing and outlier detection for identifying anomalies in financial transactions, bolstering accuracy and security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can discover the transformative impact of Sage Intacct on financial management through the success story of Operation HOPE, a non-profit devoted to financial literacy facing challenges with laborious financial tasks and error-prone manual processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By integrating AP Automation and Outlier Detection, Operation HOPE streamlined its operations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The system&#8217;s machine learning algorithms and AI capabilities drastically cut down on manual data entry and enhanced accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mark Knowles, accounting manager for Operation HOPE, says: \u201cAll we must do then is a review for accuracy. Sage Intacct is easy to use and does most of the work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIt has reduced our input time by 99% because all we have to do is check the information to ensure it is accurate and submit.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Michael A. Smith, VP of Finance and Accounting, Operation HOPE, adds: &#8220;Sage Ai has been a game-changer for us, making our finance team more effective and efficient. It&#8217;s like having an extra pair of hands to sift through data, enabling faster and wiser decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThis technology has supported our mission and increased job satisfaction among our team members.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sage-copilot-the-generative-ai-productivity-assistant\">Sage Copilot: The generative AI productivity assistant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/sage-copilot\/\">Sage Copilot<\/a>, powered by generative AI, is a productivity assistant that redefines financial management. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It does this by automating complex tasks and providing predictive insights, seamlessly integrating with the Sage Business Cloud for enhanced decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-trust-and-safety-ethical-ai\">Trust and safety\u2014ethical AI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethical AI has emerged as a cornerstone of responsible technology development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethical AI principles revolve around creating transparent, fair, and secure systems. This ensures AI contributes positively to society while respecting user privacy and rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As AI technologies become increasingly integral to business operations and everyday life, adhering to these ethical standards cannot be overstated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-us\/trust-security\/data-ethics\/\">Sage prioritizes ethical AI<\/a>, ensuring transparency, fairness, and security in data handling, reinforcing our commitment to trust and customer privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"single-cta\">\n\t<div class=\"single-cta__positioner on-scroll-highlight__target\">\n\t\t<div class=\"single-cta__wrapper has-dark-background-color\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"single-cta__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"single-cta__title h3\">Subscribe to the Sage Advice Newsletter<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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