Episode 35

AI COEs: Possibilities and pitfalls for scaling AI impact

In this episode of The Shaping Healthcare Podcast, Sridhar Turaga, SVP – Data, Analytics & AI at CitiusTech, shares his perspective on building effective AI Centers of Excellence (COEs) and avoiding common traps that limit impact. From defining what a COE should look like in the era of Generative AI and Agentic AI, to exploring governance, adoption strategies, and the “circle of execution” mindset, Sridhar offers practical insights for leaders navigating this transformative journey.

Key takeaways from this episode:

Why COEs matter for scaling AI impact
The new definition of COE: Beyond centralization
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Balancing 10% wins with 10x vision
Building organizational muscle for AI adoption

Sridhar Turaga

SVP – Data, Analytics & AI, CitiusTech

Sridhar Turaga is the Senior Vice President - Data, Analytics & AI, CitiusTech, as well as Co-Lead for the GenAI Task Force at CitiusTech. With over five years dedicated to CitiusTech, Sridhar has been pivotal in advancing the integration of data, cloud, and AI to transform Healthcare delivery worldwide.

Episode 35

AI COEs: Possibilities and pitfalls for scaling AI impact

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